Vega One vs. protein powder ?

believefsc
believefsc Posts: 48 Member
in Food and Nutrition
Hi there, I'm completely lost when it comes to protein powders.

I use 3/4 scoop of Vega One in my breakfast smoothie every day and I'm adequately 'full' for about 5 hours.

How does Vega One compare with protein powders? Which is better? Also, I have a recipe for a power cookie that calls for vanilla whey protein powder. Do you think I can use Vega One instead? Are they interchangeable?

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  • eatplantsn0tanimals
    eatplantsn0tanimals Posts: 1
    Vega One is the best choice for a protein powder. You can use it interchangeably for sure. Avoid any animal-product protein (whey is dairy) as they are very hard for your body to break down and digest compared to vegetable protein.

    Progressive is another brand that makes a plant-based protein powder - I find it even tastes better than Vega.
  • SugarBabyGirl
    SugarBabyGirl Posts: 7,026 Member
    Vega One is a cheapened version of Vega. It's still good, but it is not a meal replacement. It won't give you adequate nutrition, it's meant as a snack or to supplement your meal. I would stick with regular Vega. If you're going for a smoothie for your meail then try Garden of Life Raw Meal.

    Genuine Health makes a very good vegan protein powder which I use. I have also been using a whey powder and I like it.

    The vegan vs. non vegan idea is hotly debated all the time. I have done both. I am having better results with whey protein.
  • judychicken
    judychicken Posts: 937 Member
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  • Wilmingtonbelle
    Wilmingtonbelle Posts: 255 Member
    I use a variety of Vega products and like most of them. I'm a vegetarian, lactose intolerant, and have some weird food allergies (eggs, green peppers, some cabbages). After trying a lot of different products, it's the only one that doesn't cause me "issues."

    I love the Vega Smoothies for breakfast with Almond Milk. I love a lot of the Vega Sport products which are phased (prepare, sustain, recover) and I never get leg cramps after running which was a big problem I had in the past. My favorite products are: Pre-Workout Energizer Acai Berry 70 cal, Electrolyte Hydrator Berry or Lemon Lime 0 cal, Recovery Accelerator Tropical 90 cal, Sustain Chocolate Coconut Almond Bar 230 cal, and Recover Chocolate Coconut Bar 250 cal with 15 g protein. The bars are freaking amazing, I love them! :tongue:

    I'm not a fan of the gels, they are too sweet and grainy. I prefer Boom Carb Energy Gels.

    The Vega website has several sample packs to check out for a reasonable price. I received my first order in less than 2 days and it was packed really well. I buy both from the website and my local health food store.

    I don't work for the company, I don't get paid for my endorsements, I'm simply sharing Vega products have been the best for me.

    Sláinte! :drinker:
  • BuddhaMom74
    BuddhaMom74 Posts: 147
    Much by accident, I picked up a sample pack of the Vega Protein Smoothie Powder (chocolate) at the Bulk Barn a short while ago. I mixed it with a cup of unsweetened almond milk and LOVE it. I mix it in a shaker cup with a few ice cubes and drink half before I work out and half after.

    I didn't realize there was a whole line (prepare, recover, etc.)...will now be checking it out!

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