This review looks at a vegan protein powder, more specifically the Go Good Vegan Pea Protein Powder.

Protein shakes are a great way to add to your daily intake of calories, and add just what you need. There is no need to overdo it on the protein, but sometimes we may find ourselves needing a little extra, especially on days where we may have trained a lot harder than usual for instance. 

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“Our pure proteins were like a breath of fresh air in an industry not known for its transparency. We had real, raw ingredients with nothing nasty added. The nutritional profile was impressive and they tasted great. We then applied our passion for purity to the packaging – insisting on designs that were sustainable, plastic-free and awesome looking!”

I have tried many flavored plant based protein powders, and have found it difficult finding ones that actually taste good and have no awful aftertaste or pea taste. After many years of using unflavored raw pea protein, which I add to smoothies, I decided to venture out and try some new ones, like the Youthful Living Vegan Keto shake.

I used the Go Good (SA) Vegan protein and I am quite happy with its taste and nutritional profile. Lets take a deeper look at it.

“Go Good plant protein is sourced from world leading European Golden Peas. A superior source of essential amino acids paired with hypo-allergenic properties (low allergen). Go Good plant protein delivers a nutritionally complete, tummy friendly delight your body can easily metabolise for improved and sustained health benefits.”

Flavors and Sizes

The protein powder is available in 500 grams or 1 Kg and comes in 2 flavours, Organic Chocolate, Organic Vanilla and Organic Coffee. I tried the Chocolate.

“Made with world leading European golden pea protein and fortified with real, organic cacao to flavour. Go Good organic chocolate plant protein is a nutritionally complete and delicious tasting protein source.”

Mixes

The protein powder is quite fine, and mixes well with no lumps or bubbles at all. It mixed well with both water and Macadamia/Oat milk, and mixes very well in a blender when added to a smoothie.

Taste

In terms of the taste, I do like it. I prefer it in smoothies rather than on its own, but I am leaning this way with most protein powders nowadays. It does have a slight pea or after taste but it is not too bad when compared to other brands. 

I personally like to add some extra cacao powder to mine or add it as part of a smoothie with some banana and dates!

Protein content

This is the part that I was most concerned with, the PROTEIN and nutritional values.

It has a relatively decent nutritional profile, carrying about 76.1 grams of protein per 100 grams of powder.
Per serving (1 heaped scoop = 30 grams) it comes down to 22.8 grams of protein, which may not sound like a lot but is more than sufficient for one serving.

Extra Nutritional values

The extra nutritional values are just as important as the protein content.

The carbohydrate content is just about 2.8 grams per 100 grams while the fat content is at 2.3 grams per 100 grams.

It has no added artificial sweeteners, but has a few extra ‘green’ ingredients to enhance the nutritional profile of the powder. The low Carbohydrate profile is really great for someone who just needs the protein.

INGREDIENTS

Pea Protein Isolate, Natural Chocolate Flavour, Organic Cacao Powder, Cocoa, Natural Sweetener (Thaumatin).

Ingredient Highlights:

• European Golden Pea
• High protein profile
• Dairy, gluten, soy and GMO Free
• Hormone and chemical free
• Low carbs and sugar
• Vegan friendly
• Low allergen
• Absolutely nothing artificial

Affordability

The 500 gram (16 servings) tub costs ZAR 429 giving you  servings per tub, that’s just over ZAR 26 per shake. The 1Kg tub costs R700. It is a bit more expensive than other local brands as it is imported from New Zealand.

Final Thoughts

I really do like this vegan powder powder. It ticks a lot of boxes for me, in terms of the following:

• Decent taste.
• Easy to mix in both smoothies and on its own.
• More environmentally friendly, being plant based and due to the great non plastic packaging.

If you are looking for a great tasting vegan protein shake, be sure to give this protein powder a try! And if you know if other great tasting vegan protein shakes please do let me know!

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This review looks at a vegan protein powder, more specifically the My Wellness Vegan protein powder.

Protein shakes are a great way to add to your daily intake of calories, and add just what you need. There is no need to overdo it on the protein, but sometimes we may find ourselves needing a little extra, especially on days where we may have trained a lot harder than usual for instance. 

“My Wellness Vegan Protein is suitable for vegans and vegetarians alike. The combination of hemp and pea protein powder provides a rich source of essential and non-essential amino acids that are highly bioavailable and easily digestible. The amino acid profile is comparable to the best animal protein sources containing high levels of L-Isoleucine, L-valine, L-arginine and lysine, which are beneficial after a strenuous workout. The protein used in this product are hypo-allergenic and created using low temperature natural processes without the use of chemicals.”

• 100% Vegan, Free From Animal By-Products
• Clean Protein, NO artificial flavours sweeteners or colourants
• Superfood Enhanced with Baobab and Wheat Grass
• 20g Protein

I have tried many flavored plant based protein powders, and have found it difficult finding ones that actually taste good and have no awful aftertaste or pea taste. After many years of using unflavored raw pea protein, which I add to smoothies, I decided to venture out and try some new ones, like the Youthful Living Vegan Keto shake.

I bought the My Wellness Super Vegan protein and I am quite happy with its taste and its superior nutritional profile. Lets take a deeper look at it.

Flavors and Sizes

The protein powder is available in 900 grams and comes in 4 flavours, Chocolate, Creamy Indian Chai, Vanilla Bean and unflavored. I tried the Chocolate.

Mixes

The protein powder is quite fine, and mixes well with no lumps or bubbles at all. It mixed well with both water and Almond/Oat milk, and mixes very well in a blender when added to a smoothie.

Taste

In terms of the taste, I do like it. There is no after taste, or for example, with some pea protein powders, I could still sense a ‘pea’ taste within the added flavour. I also like the fact that it is sweetened with stevia, and for me I like that it is not really that sweet at all. One aspect of the taste that may not sit well with some people, is that it does have a slight ‘green’ or ‘grassy’ taste. I know that may sound weird, but think of it like having a power green smoothie. It has this taste due to the wheatgrass powder I imagine.

I personally like to add some cacao powder to mine or add it as part of a smoothie with some banana and dates!

Protein content

This is the part that I was most concerned with, the PROTEIN and nutritional values.

It has a relatively decent nutritional profile, carrying about 66.6 grams of protein per 100 grams of powder.
Per serving (1 heaped scoop = 30 grams) it comes down to 20 grams of protein, which may not sound like a lot but is more than sufficient for one serving.

Extra Nutritional values

The extra nutritional values are just as important as the protein content.

The carbohydrate content is just about 18.3 grams per 100 grams while the fat content is at 4.33 grams per 100 grams.

It has no added artificial sweeteners, but has a few extra ‘green’ ingredients to enhance the nutritional profile of the powder.

SUPERFOOD FACTS

• BAOBAB: is the fruit of Africa’s ‘Tree of Life’.
  It is also almost 50% fibre (two thirds soluble and one third insoluble, making it a powerful prebiotic) and contains more antioxidants than any other whole fruit.
• WHEATGRASS: Contains minerals known to man and vitamins A, B complex, C, E, K. It is extremely rich in protein and contains 17 amino acids, the building blocks of protein. Wheatgrass contains up to 70% chlorophyll, which is an important blood builder.

INGREDIENTS

Yellow pea protein, hemp seed protein, organic cacao powder (in chocolate variant only), creamy indian chai blend: nutmeg powder, cinnamon powder, MCT oil, cloves powder (in chai variant only)  organic baobab powder, wheatgrass  powder.

Affordability

The 900 gram tub costs ZAR 310 giving you 30 servings per tub, that’s just over ZAR 10 per shake!

Final Thoughts

I really do like this vegan powder powder. It ticks a lot of boxes for me, in terms of the following:

• Decent taste.
• Easy to mix.
• More environmentally friendly, being plant based.

If you are looking for a great tasting vegan protein shake, be sure to give this protein powder a try! And if you know if other great tasting vegan protein shakes please do let me know!

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Roshni Sanghvi, a Science Based Nutritionist shares 2 easy recipes for vegan savory and sweet pancakes! I have tried these out and both came out so well, I personally enjoy the sweet pancakes with bananas and berries. You can also use various pea protein powders as well as cacao powders and cinnamon in the recipes. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Protein is a daily requirement for our bodies. Different people take protein powders for various purposes according to their lifestyles. Some people take it for nutritional fulfillment, while others consume it to specifically build muscle mass. There are many variants of protein powders with different ingredients composition and different impacts.

Here are some of the various types of protein powders and their benefits.

1 Whey protein powder

Whey is a powder derived from milk, and it is the most common type of protein powder, especially amongst bodybuilders. Whey protein contains a high amount of amino acids, making it a rich source of protein for bodybuilders and other people who want to build muscle mass. It also contains lactose, that is converted to glucose as energy for our body. Whey protein powder helps build muscle mass and maintain fat levels, when used as part of a training programme. It is pretty simple to use whey protein powder because you can use it directly in your diet as a protein shake or in smoothies or even mix it with other foods like oats, fruits, and many other foods. It is amongst the purest forms of proteins, and it’s easily digestible, but remember it is not vegan.

2 Casein Protein Powder

Casein protein powder is also commonly used in the bodybuilding world. It is also known as milk protein powder. Casein has got all the essential amino acids and is easily digestible but has been shown to have a somewhat slow-release effect, making it perfect for people who want to build muscle mass by taking it between meals or at night. It may be suitable for people with some allergies as it contains very little lactose. Casein protein powder is also not vegan.

3 Pea Protein Powder

Pea protein powder is a form of protein that is very commonly used among vegans. Pea protein is also the ideal option for lactose intolerant people or people with dairy product allergies. It is high in protein, just as high as many whey protein powders and have Optimum Nutrition necessary to build muscle effectively. Some have a slight aftertaste, especially when artificially flavored, so try opt for unflavored ones that you can add to smoothies for example.

4 Soy Protein Powder

Soy protein powder is another form of protein that is very commonly used among bodybuilders and fitness enthusiasts, especially many who are vegan or who are lactose intolerant. It also has a lot of benefits, and it can help maintain lean muscle mass and reduce the risk of heart when used in conjunction with a good nutritional plan and exercise routine. It can help maintain weight loss and reduces cholesterol levels by lowering LDL cholesterol levels in our bodies.

5 Flaxseed Protein Powder

Flaxseed protein powder is another form of protein that vegans and fitness enthusiasts commonly use. Flaxseed powder contains all the essential amino acids needed in your body, and is easily digestible. It helps maintain weight loss and reduces cholesterol levels by lowering LDL cholesterol levels in our bodies.

The advantage of flaxseed powder over other proteins is that it has more fiber content than other proteins, so it keeps you full for a longer time. This fiber content helps regulate your blood sugar levels and in maintaining a healthy digestive system.

There are many types of protein powders available on the market, make sure that you have chosen one that is suitable for you and your body as well as within your budget. Many powders now also contain added fillers and ingredients such as artificial sweeteners and more, so remember to do your research and check the nutritional profile of each to ensure this is minimized. Also remember that these protein powders are just supplements, and only work when used in conjunction with a good nutritional plan and exercise routine.

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However, when it comes to vegan options there are a few misconceptions. A lot of people think vegan protein doesn’t have a full amino acid profile or is quite inferior to other types, this is where Pea Protein steps in!

What is pea protein?

Pea protein powder is a high-quality protein and is made by taking the protein from yellow peas that are dried and then ground into flour. But their journey doesn’t stop there; water is added to the flour to remove most of the starch and fiber and is then dried again. This leaves a concentrated protein powder, also known as pea protein isolate.

What are some of the benefits?

1. Pea protein has many benefits, the first one being it is a high-quality protein. It contains all 9 essential amino acids, which we have to get from food as our body can’t create them. It is also a great source of branched chained amino acids (BCAAs). This consists of arginine, which encourages healthy blood flow and heart health as well as leucine, isoleucine, and valine which aids muscle growth.
2. Pea protein is plant-based and cruelty-free making it perfect for those on a vegan diet because finding a protein powder that fits in with your dietary requirements can be difficult. It doesn’t consist of any of the top eight food allergens, which are peanuts, eggs, fish, tree nuts, shellfish, cow’s milk, wheat, and soy making it accessible to people on most diets as it’s naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
3. When it comes to building muscle the most common option tends to be whey protein powder due to it being high in branched-chain amino acids however, pea protein is very similar. So much so that a study in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition and Sports discovered no difference in muscle gains when comparing pea protein with whey.
4. Pea protein can lower the risk factors for heart diseases, such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure, as animal studies have found. This works by increasing the absorption of cholesterol into cells and decreasing the body’s production of fats. Also, it’s a rich source of iron as it contains 25%-30% of an adult’s recommended daily intake. Iron is vital for the flow of blood and oxygen and is important for metabolism.
5. Adding pea protein to your diet can leave you feeling full with the tools your body needs to build muscle! Whether you’re wanting to control your appetite so you don’t reach for a chocolate bar or to help you lose weight, pea protein can help!

When eaten with a balanced diet it can help you to lose weight and feel healthier, as it is low in carbohydrates and high in protein. We all know how it feels when your body is telling you it wants to snack and it can be hard to stick to a diet. This is because of a hormone called Ghrelin, also known as the “hunger hormone” and is produced by the stomach, small intestine, pancreas, and brain. It is shown that when released into the bloodstream it can increase food intake by up to 30%. However, ghrelin’s job isn’t to just make you hungry, it prompts the release of the growth hormones. These growth hormones break down fat tissue and build muscle.

How do I use it?

There are many ways to add pea protein into your diet. You can simply add it into what you typically already make such as shakes, porridge, yogurt bowls, overnight oats, or smoothies. You could even get a bit creative and add it to baked foods such as muffins, brownies, waffles, etc. to increase the nutrient value.

Final Thoughts

Pea protein is a great alternative to other protein powders as it is very easy to add to any diet due to it being vegan and not containing any of the top 8 allergens. Many recipes show you how you can add pea protein into your diet and don’t be put off by how you think it may taste, as it’s mild in flavour. Some flavoured brands may not taste great but there also many place to buy unflavored pea protein.

It’s not only good for you but is also good for the environment. Agriculture is one of the major factors that contribute to greenhouse gases. The production of animal protein sources has higher greenhouse gas emissions than the production of plant protein sources. It’s just as important that we look after ourselves as well as our planet.
 

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This is a quick and easy recipe for some wholesome energy packed vegan pancakes! I used Slender You’s vegan protein powder in it. The video shows the full recipe, or alternatively the recipe is at the end of the post

A few quick notes:

• You can adjust the quantities of the ingredients as you go along (That’s what I did :p). Adding more oats or almond milk should you want it thicker or more liquid for example.
• If you like the pancake batter to be finer and less ‘wholewheat’ opt to blend all the ingredients instead of just mixing them.
• Yes the pancakes in my photos are slightly burnt or lets rather use the word crispy :p but the chocolate flavour protein powder also contributed to the dark colour, just saying. You can use a noon stick pan or even a pancake griddle pan.

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The vegan shake is a dairy free, lactose free, gluten free, GMO and soy free protein shake, which has no added colorants or artificial sweeteners, so its about as natural a supplement as you are going to get! This review is mainly done on the protein powder, but I will have a very brief look at the fat burner and the carb blocker.

One thing to start with, is that I love simplicity and love the fact that the names of the supplements are straight to the point with no marketing gimmicks in their names. They pretty much tell you exactly what they are, e.g. Fat Burner, is a fat burner. These days so many supplements have some crazy name ( I know it helps with the marketing and all that but I guess I just hate having to figure out what exactly it is with all the extravagant names out there).

Flavors and Sizes

The vegan protein is available in 1.2 kgs and in two flavours, namely Naturally flavoured and Dutch Cocoa.

Mixes

The protein powder is really fine and smooth, and mixes well with no lumps or bubbles at all. I shook it a few times in the shaker and it was well mixed, with both water and Almond milk.

Taste

In terms of the taste, I may be a little biased here (away from supplements) since I haven’t used any shakes for some time now, so the taste did take some getting used to for me, as would any protein supplement’s taste, as I find they all have a similar taste texture.

I also wasn’t sure what to expect with a vegan shake, wondering how the taste would compare to the milk based shakes such as Whey. I was pleasantly surprised and the chocolate flavour did well, although I think I tasted a hint of peas in the aftertaste, but that could just be in my head.

Slender You uses Stevia in their shakes, which I think is a lot better than using the more artificial sugars.

I am also not much of a fan of drinking my calories so I tried out a simple vegan recipe for protein pancakes, using the protein powder, and to me that tasted great. So going forward I will probably do that rather than drink it. A great alternative if you don’t quite enjoy the taste of supplements.

Protein content

This is the part that I was most concerned with, the PROTEIN and nutritional values.

Slender You’s vegan protein is made from non-GMO pea protein isolate. Just one source of protein which is great, rather than some blend of low quality sources.

It has quite an impressive nutritional profile, carrying 78 grams of protein per 100 grams of powder!
Per serving (3 scoops = 40 grams) it comes down to 31 grams of protein.

Extra Nutritional values

The extra nutritional values in vegan protein is just as important as the protein content.

The carbohydrate content is just 4 grams per 100 gram serving, the same as the fat content.

Also included in the ingredients is a blend of various vitamins and minerals as well as Guarana extract (22% caffeine) and green tea extract.

Affordability

The 1.2 kg tub costs R329.00 giving you 30 servings per tub, that’s just over R10 per shake!

You can purchase their vegan protein at selected Chrome shops, as well as online at their website and they deliver all over South Africa, and they have free shipping on orders over R400.

Final Thoughts

All in all this is a great vegan protein shake with everything that you need, and what I really liked about it is that it is a lot more natural in terms of its ingredients. One thing I would love to see on their website though, is the nutritional values of each product and the listed ingredients. It’s something I always look at when buying any food item and more so a supplement to know exactly what is in them and in what quantities, before I buy them.

Slender you looks like a great supplement company and they have a number of different vegan products in addition to their range. They also offer ‘packages’ where you can purchase a package of supplements together, which works out cheaper than buying them individually.

Fat burner and carb blocker

The fat burner and carb blocker are also vegan and soy free supplements, using a vegetable capsule shell for the outer capsules.

The fat burner also contains more natural ‘thermogenic’ ingredients such as L-Carnitine, Green tea extract, Guarana extract, Alpha lipoic acid, Rasberry keytones and Cayenne pepper extract. The purpose of these simply, is to give you more energy and in turn raise your bodies temperature in order to allow you to burn more calories.

 

The carb blocker’s main ingredients are White Kidney Bean extract and Garcinia Cambogia. They are meant to inhibit starches/sugar from being stored by blocking a key enzyme called amylase, so that the sugar will be passed through your body naturally to reduce the calorific impact.

Check out the recipe video above if you would like to see more of their nutritional profiles.

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