Quality 5/5
Taste 4.5/5
How well it blends 4/5
Affordability 3/5
For starters, I decided to write this review because, at the time, there were no other reviews. A little about me: I'm hardly a fitness guru or expert on protein powders. I am, however, a former Marine who enjoys exercising and keeping active, so fitness and protein powders are no stranger to me. Typically, I have always used whey proteins, so many of my comparisons will be to whey.
Why did I choose this protein? Well, unless you live under a rock somewhere, then I'm sure you've heard about all the nasty things that are in our food these days. That being said, but not limited to: GMOs, growth hormones, antibiotics, pesticides, and so on. So obviously, because of this, they can be in our supplements too. Recently, I've been personally trying to watch what I put into my body. I've grown tired of most supplements having bad fillers and "mystery ingredients". I wanted something clean, with better transparency on its ingredients and legitimate certifications to prove it. This protein is also very transparent with its amino acid profile; it's not hidden like some brands do. So those are some of the reasons why I decided to give this protein a chance over staying with whey.
About the protein, it's somewhat different from others I've used. That being said, it's not very pleasing visually or to smell. It kind of smells like playdough, with a slight hint of vanilla. It appears to look and behave a little different than whey protein. It clumps into tiny balls on top of itself when you shake the container to unsettle it and mix the powder. It doesn't fluff up quite as well as whey powder. The small clumps easily break with the slightest touch though, so don't let that deter you. It also has a slightly different texture than whey. Usually, when whey powder gets on something, you can just wipe or brush it off most of the time. With this plant powder, it leaves behind a fine residue, similar to what talc or cornstarch powder would do. With that said, it's kind of hard to brush off, so you practically need to wash it off or wipe it up with something damp. So be warned, this plant powder is more messy than your average whey powder. You will quickly discover this when you dig for your measuring scoop!
As far as mixing and taste go, mixing it seemed no different to me than most whey powders. I used my blender bottle the same as I would with whey powder, and I noticed no notable difference between the two powders. The taste was surprising! Which was a nice surprise considering that the smell wasn't pleasant prior to, but that also got better once it was mixed. I mixed this with almond milk, just as I do with whey powders. And I've got to say, I was definitely impressed with the taste; it's quite delicious, in my opinion. It also seems like a taste that will grow on you, so I'm looking forward to that. The flavor was vanilla, in case you were wondering.
Money time! Let's talk about the dollar per grams of protein, which you can easily determine with any protein powder. In this case, one serving is 21g, 15g of that is protein, and there are 38 servings. So we have 15x38, equating to 570 grams of total protein. Now divide that by whatever you paid for the product, and you will have your ratio of grams of protein per dollar. You will likely find a lower number on this product. Because, let's face it, for the amount of protein you get here, this product is more expensive than most whey proteins. I'm not a fan of the price, but sometimes in life, you simply get what you pay for. So you have to ask yourself: Is the extra money worth it for you? For my personal health and peace of mind, the answer is yes.
Why did I give this product 5 stars? The quality! It has several certifications to verify how clean it is. That gives me peace of mind and confidence, knowing I can trust the product. Not having to worry if it's potentially harmful through the use of cheap fillers and toxic ingredients. I also feel this protein is among the top of its class compared to other plant-based proteins. This product is about 71% protein, which, compared to most plant-based proteins, is notably higher. Also, surprisingly, the price isn't too bad when you shop it against other plant-based proteins. Use the dollar-per-gram of protein ratio and see for yourself. You also get the added benefit of probiotics, antioxidants, and a solid BCAA profile. So if you're looking for a healthier protein powder supplement, then this may be the one for you! I'm personally making the switch to this plant protein over whey protein.
If I notice anything out of the ordinary with this product, good or bad, I will do an update.
*A warning: For anyone who is caffeine sensitive and/or simply tries to avoid having it in their diet, the chocolate flavor does, in fact, contain 7 mg of caffeine per serving.
*Update 2/2024: Over the years, since initially trying plant-based proteins, I've discovered that my body tends to recover better when I switch between plant and whey proteins. Perhaps it’s just a placebo and/or a way to reduce being burned out from repeatedly consuming the thing. Regardless, I just wanted to confirm that I still use this exact same plant protein and organic grass-fed whey. Typically, I flip-flop between the two options, sometimes for no other reason than grabbing whichever one may be on sale at that time. Obviously, do whatever works best for you. Cheers!
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Every human being is an athlete. We have to do things every day like move, carry things and change direction. A woman carrying a baby, a man hauling a bag or someone running across the street—these are the exact same patterns an athlete needs to perform. Garden of Life’s Sport line is an incredibly tasty, convenient and effective way to bring the best nutrition to anyone that is looking to improve or be their best.
The entire Sport product line is certified “clean” by being Certified Organic, Non-GMO Project Verified, certified by NSF for Sport and Informed-Choice for Sport. That’s quadruple assurance that these products are clean and free of any banned substances!
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Organic Plant-Based Energy + FocusCleanest pre-workout ever containing what you need to set the stage for a great performance.
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Organic Plant-Based Performance ProteinCleanest, plant-based protein containing essential nutrition to refuel your body after a hard workout.
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Truly Grass-Fed Whey ProteinThe Only Non-GMO Project Verified Truly grass fed whey! Sport Grass Fed Whey is certified “Truly” Grass Fed, ensuring the highest quality whey free of antibiotics and the hormones rBST and rBGH.
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| flavor | Vanilla | Chocolate | Vanilla | Vanilla | Chocolate | Berry |
| protein source | pea, bean | pea | rice, pea | pea, rice, blend | pea, rice | — |
| weight | 2 pounds | 1.98 pounds | 2 pounds | 1.26 pounds | 1.66 pounds | 4 pounds |
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| carbohydrate info | 2 grams | 4 grams | — | — | — | 5 grams |
| nutritional fat info | 1.5 grams | 2.5 grams | — | — | — | 3 grams |
| ingredients | Organic Performance Protein Blend: Organic Pea Protein, Organic Sprouted Navy Bean, Organic Sprouted Lentil Bean, Organic Sprouted Garbanzo Bean, Organic Cranberry Protein (seed); Organic Flavor Blend: Organic Vanilla Flavors, Organic Stevia Extract (leaf), Sea Salt, Organic Recovery Blend: Organic Apple (fruit pulp), Organic Tart Cherry (fruit), Organic Turmeric (root), Organic Blueberry (fruit), Organic Lycium barbarum L. (Goji Berry fruit); 2 Billion CFU Bifidobacterium lactis Bl-04 (at the time of expiration). Made without dairy or soy ingredients, tree nuts, added sugars, filler ingredients, nor artificial colors, flavors, sweeteners or preservatives. Manufactured in a facility that also processes egg, milk, soy, wheat, fish and tree nuts. May contain traces of soy due to agricultural practices. | "Pea protein Creatine monohydrate Natural chocolate flavor Cocoa powder HICA (Leucic acid) Vitacherry® (Tart cherry extract) OPTIZIOME P3 HYDROLYZER® (Digestive Enzymes Blend) ELETE SolarSea® (Inland Minerals Concentrate; Potassium Chloride) Organic Guar Gum Stevia extract Monk fruit extract LifeinU BSCU1® (Probiotics: Bacillus subtilis)" | Vegan Protein (rice, pea, and quinoa), MCT Oil, Acai Berry, Acerola (Vitamin C), Goji Berry, Pomegranate | PLANT PROTEIN BLEND (PEA PROTEIN, RICE PROTEIN CONCENTRATE,WATERMELON SEED PROTEIN, PUMPKIN SEED PROTEIN, CHICKPEA PROTEIN), NATURALFLAVORS, GUM BLEND(GUAR GUM, GUM ACACIA, XANTHAN GUM).LESS THAN 2%: SEASALT, STEVIOL GLYCOSIDES (STEVIA), MONK FRUIT EXTRACT. | — | Pea Protein, Natural Flavors, Pumpkin Seed Protein, Organic Sunflower Seed Protein, Alfalfa Protein, Strawberry Powder, Tart Cherry Powder, Beet Root Powder (for Color), Stevia Leaf Extract, Citric Acid, Sea Salt, Probiotics (Bacillus Coagulans Gbi-30 6086), Xanthan Gum, Apple Powder, Rice Flour, Bromelain, Turmeric Extract, Black Pepper Extract. |
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What's going on @GardenofLife ? I've been ordering this exact powder for years and just got a new order with a scoop that's 67cc instead of the 60cc that had been included in the jugs thus far. The jug size hasn't changed, nor has the recommended serving size (level scoop), nor the servings per container yet the scoop has increased by 12%. Are you just trying to get us to go through more powder quicker without updating the nutrition label? This is shady at best and purposefully giving us inaccurate nutrition information at worse. I'd love an explanation.
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