Best Protein Powder?

_AllieCat_
_AllieCat_ Posts: 515 Member
edited December 18 in Food and Nutrition
Okay, so I am planning on hitting the health food store tomorrow to check out some protein powder to drink because I am having trouble getting enough protein in my diet without going over my calories.

I would prefer to try a plant-based protein but I had read that consuming too much soy is toxic.

I want to find a protein powder than I can mix with milk/water and drink. I don't want to buy cans/bottles of product because I don't want to create needless trash.

Is there a brand/type you would reccomend? I am new to this protein powder idea and need some good advice.

Thank you in advance for any help, I appreciate it. :)
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  • gerard54
    gerard54 Posts: 1,107 Member
    I like myoplex, its a good brand and it taste good, im drinking the strawberry cream...
  • PercivalHackworth
    PercivalHackworth Posts: 1,437 Member
    I love the Optiumum Nutrition products :-)
    My favorite one is the "Fruit Punch" I'd OD on it
  • Arleigh7
    Arleigh7 Posts: 150 Member
    I've used allot of Protein powders over the past 25 years and the best I've ever had is Metagenics Bio Pure. You can get it on Amazon as it's not available at many places. It's an extremely clean protein from organic sheep and it is not treated with heat or chemicals so it maintains all the great health benfeits. Also there are no added sugar or chemicals. Doesn't taste like anything as it's not sweetened in anyway but I drink it with water and it mixes easily and tastes bland/fine.
  • awal2069
    awal2069 Posts: 101 Member
    Intek Evolution Protein Powder...
    Do label research. You will love this stuff.
  • Mercenary1914
    Mercenary1914 Posts: 1,087 Member
    I use Bodytech Pro 24 for my AM drink....and Optimum Nutrition for my post work out drink..I always look for Protein Drinks with the lowest amount of calorie/protein ratio...I deally if you can get under 100 calories and have 20+ grams of protein you are doing good...For women I suggest Designer Proten products because it has the less additives and the arginine and other byproducts design for men. I have a son who doesn't eat a lot..and even his pediatrition recommended Designer Protein because of how safe it is for kids and women.
  • lorraine311
    lorraine311 Posts: 127 Member
    Body by Vi!!!!
  • creature275
    creature275 Posts: 348 Member
    I love the Optiumum Nutrition products :-)
    My favorite one is the "Fruit Punch" I'd OD on it

    I second this, Optimum Nutritions stuff is on point
  • Polly758
    Polly758 Posts: 623 Member
    Garden of Life Raw Protein is organic, raw, and vegan. Looks like it is not soy-based either.
  • Terri_Wickwire
    Terri_Wickwire Posts: 149 Member
    Arbonne's Vegan Protein Powder -- by far the best! Protein comes from brown rice, yellow pea and cranberries. There are a lot of products already logged into the system if you do a search. I'm really sensitive to products after over 30 years of chemical exposure through photoprocessing/graphic arts. My body just doesn't do well on a lot of stuff on the market. Two shakes a day work fabulous for me -- I like to mix and match several healthy choices in with my shakes -- little almond butter, organic baby spinach, frozen organic strawberries or blueberries, a tbs of ground flax, organic almond milk -- it creates a meal, leaves me feeling full and satisfied and tastes good (a lot of protein powders contain whey and/or soy which do not work with my body). LOVE Arbonne's Chocolate and Vanilla Protein Powders!!!
  • Debbiedebbiey
    Debbiedebbiey Posts: 824 Member
    Shakeology !!! Google it. I'm on my second week and I love LOVE it!
  • bytemeeeeee
    bytemeeeeee Posts: 173 Member
    Shakeology !!! Google it. I'm on my second week and I love LOVE it!
    Tastes GREAT~
  • tamspat
    tamspat Posts: 23
    bump
  • AeriDaSweetheart
    AeriDaSweetheart Posts: 4 Member
    i like smoothie king gladiator
  • AvsFreak
    AvsFreak Posts: 152 Member
    Trutein by TruNutrition Sciences. Their Cinnabun flavor is amazing!
  • bashiera
    bashiera Posts: 140 Member
    I like NOW foods Tru-Food vegan. There's no soy, it also has probiotics, a vitamin and mineral complex, and other good stuff, and it's relatively cheap for what you get out of it. It's supposed to be a Vega knock-off, so the nutrition is near identical to Vega's old whole food health optimizer. The berry flavor is great, I mix it with 100% juice and skim milk, or silk fruit and protein (but you said you want to avoid soy, so it's good with straight up juice.)
  • dane11235813
    dane11235813 Posts: 682 Member
    Shakeology !!! Google it. I'm on my second week and I love LOVE it!

    3 posts......troll!
  • Allmax Isoflex. 110 calories with 27g of protein. I drink it with water, it's tastes ok, nothing special (most protein drinks are like that).

    There are hundreds of varieties. Generally you get what you pay for. Unless buying on sale or in Bulk, if the price looks too good to be true it's generally because the product isn't good.

    Each protein powder is different. It has a different mix. Buy good quality and buy a protein powder that will supplement/add to you diet.
  • Cclancaster
    Cclancaster Posts: 368
    Body by Vi!!!!


    Soy based products can be very bad for women plus there is artificial sweeteners and so many other really bad things for you. I would do my research before even thinking about drinking this. http://www.davidmodderman.com/blog/index.php/weight-loss/body-by-vi-is-it-all-hype/
  • DyanCB
    DyanCB Posts: 138 Member
    Allmax Isoflex. 110 calories with 27g of protein. I drink it with water, it's tastes ok, nothing special (most protein drinks are like that).

    There are hundreds of varieties. Generally you get what you pay for. Unless buying on sale or in Bulk, if the price looks too good to be true it's generally because the product isn't good.

    Each protein powder is different. It has a different mix. Buy good quality and buy a protein powder that will supplement/add to you diet.

    I agree with the above poster. I just "got" that I need to add protein powder to my regimen to get the level I need. After research on taste and mouth feel (I wanted to be sure all the powder dissolved well) I settled on Whole Food 365 Whey Protein Vanilla Powder. I blend it with waters/ice, berries, banana, vanilla extract. Alone it has 80 cals, 16g protein, 2g carb.

    Good luck in finding a product you like. Welcome to the converted!
  • tara_jm
    tara_jm Posts: 33 Member
    If you are looking for plant based there are a lot of options. I've used Vega One before and it's good. Our local natural food store has quite a few different plant based powders - hemp, pea protein, etc, and they have samples of a lot of it. Check out your local healthfood/whole food/natural food store.

    Personally I use an isolate plain whey powder that has no fillers/sweeteners and just flavour it as I need to. I like that I can add it to my oatmeal and baking without any flavour. If I want a chocolate shake I just add cocoa, almond milk, and a frozen banana. If I want vanilla I add vanilla extract.
  • DeniseChilver
    DeniseChilver Posts: 185 Member
    Has anyone tried Scitec ZERO carb Isobest protein powder ????????


    If you have PLEASE get in touch..... Have some questions before I buy :-)
  • chevelleram
    chevelleram Posts: 1 Member
    Shakeology !!! This stuff is awesome.
  • connielancaster
    connielancaster Posts: 9 Member
    I use Six Star Protein Powder. I make my own smoothies with fruit or whatever I have on hand. If you've got the money to spend on Body by Vi or Shakeology or all the hundreds others that's great. I've tasted Body by Vi and they are good. Haven't tried others but I'd rather put my money into a good protein powder and make my own. With Six Star I can make a smoothie and not be hungry till noon and for me that's a huge improvement over oatmeal or cereal even eggs in the morning - I just get hungry.

    I'm not knocking anyone else's program but know that I don't have a huge amount of money to spend so I'm doing what works for me!

    Dr. Corey Schuler answered:

    When using a protein shake of any kind, determine which protein is best for you. Shakeology is a whey-based protein. Protein is not a one-size-fits-all macronutrient. Some people have sensitivities to whey or casein (proteins in dairy), while other cannot digest egg well. Also, many protein powders contain other sweeteners than can be problematic. Even stevia can improperly stimulate the immune system of some people. So when you hear about a protein or protein powder that is "the best", just be aware that it may not be the best for you.
  • mmapags
    mmapags Posts: 8,934 Member
    Optimum Nutrition or Myofusion are both great!
  • crrampersad
    crrampersad Posts: 18 Member
    I'm on Promasil. It works well for me. However if you have food allergies / sensitivities check the label since its a blend of multiple sources of protein. (whey, goat milk, milk, egg, etc) - 90 Cal 20g Protien per scoop.

    I add it to my oatmeal in the morning, and as an after-workout drink.
  • kmgarza
    kmgarza Posts: 31
    I use Jay Robb Whey Protein, it taste delicious!!! After working out, I can not wait to get home to drink it (I mix it with Unsweetened Almond Milk), I think of it as a treat :happy: LOL. I prefer the Chocolate, Vanilla or Strawberry flavor. It has 110 calories, 1g Carb, 0g Sugar & 25g of Protein.
  • CrazyFly7
    CrazyFly7 Posts: 50 Member
    Optimum Nutrition! Yum! They have awesome flavors and easy to mix w/ water/milk.
  • LiddyBit
    LiddyBit Posts: 447 Member
    I drink Vega One. It's vegan, soy, and gluten free. The natural flavor tastes really good with unsweetened almond milk. I don't like the chocolate flavor too much but I have tried the vanilla chai and it's pretty good. However I prefer the natural because I think it has the least extra flavoring stuff (just stevia).
  • RosesFitNotes
    RosesFitNotes Posts: 13 Member
    I LOVE Dymatize brand ELITE. this is whey protein- fast acting.1 scoop is 115 calories and 20 grams of protein. mixes great in water. i buy the vanilla so i can add it to my oatmeal in the morning too. i use it as recovery after exercise and add an Emergen-C packet (any flavor) to make it like a smoothie.

    before bed i take Elite Fusion 7. this is more complex...slower digesting and feeds my muscles all night long! if something doesn't taste good i won't eat it no matter how good it is for you! I have recommended this to other clients who love it.

    Find something you love so you can stick with it :)
  • Dawnhasajeep
    Dawnhasajeep Posts: 180 Member
    Body by Vi!!!!


    Soy based products can be very bad for women plus there is artificial sweeteners and so many other really bad things for you. I would do my research before even thinking about drinking this. http://www.davidmodderman.com/blog/index.php/weight-loss/body-by-vi-is-it-all-hype/
    x2 No way I would use Body by VI
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