With changing dietary habits – From Animal Sourced to Veganism and plant based eating habits, the two sides have very different view of protein. If the popularity of protein is considered your head will start spinning while selecting protein powder supplements. In this article we will try to help. Today we will try to breakdown all information pertaining on plant Vs animal source of protein powder supplements.
Proteins are essential macronutrient vital for maintaining muscle and bone, boosts immune system and help in creating enzymes and neurotransmitters that are important for smooth functioning of the body. Protein can be found in variety of whole foods like plant sourced lentils, beans, nuts and soy as well as animal sourced like meat, poultry eggs, dairy and sea-foods.
The current plant protein market is estimated to be about $374.1M in 2018 and the future plant protein value is estimated to be $565.1M by 2023. When it comes to plant protein one must know that plant protein are sourced from nuts, soy, seeds and lentils.
The myth about plant protein is that of amino acid is incomplete, but with combination of Pea + Brown protein it provides complete protein source.
When it comes to nutrient profile, plant protein are rich source of many micronutrients that are absent in animal sourced proteins. Plant proteins are rich source of dietary fiber that helps in digestion and aids weight loss.
Plant based proteins are also good source of Iron, Antioxidants and Vitamins that help to enhance general well - being and energy.
Fast&Up Plant Protein Isolate is India’s first Plant protein powder with highest plant protein 34g per scoop from Pea + Brown Rice Protein with added benefits of 5.8g BCAA (Branched Chain Amino Acid) + 5.4g Glutamine.
Pea Protein – Pea protein powder is extracted from yellow peas. Pea protein are rich source of protein along with Iron and Vitamins. It contain all Essential Amino Acid that helps in muscle building, energy, recovery and optimal health.
Brown Rice – Brown Rice protein powder are considered hypoallergic and have high protein content. Brown rice are rich source of proteins, essential amino acid, fibers and vitamins for muscle strength, repair, endurance and general well – being.
BCAA consist of 3 major amino acid in ideal ratio 2:1:1 of L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine and L-Valine. These are essential amino acids that help in muscle strength and endurance, helps to delay fatigue, protect lean muscles and reduces exercise induced muscle soreness and damage.
Glutamine
Glutamine is considered semi essential amino acid that helps in faster and efficient muscle recovery. It also helps in maintaining gut health that aids immunity.
Beetroot Extract
Beetroot extract are loaded with nutrients like fiber, folate, manganese, potassium, iron and Vitamin C. They have numerous health benefits including improved blood flow, lowers blood pressure, aids digestion and improves exercise performance.
Vegan Coconut MCTs
Vegan Coconut MCTs helps in weight loss, as it is fat burning food. The MCTs helps to boost metabolism that help body burn more fat.
When it comes to protein, animal protein do help in muscle building and have other benefits as well. But as per scientific research Plant protein have similar benefits. Fast&Up Plant Protein Isolate is completely vegan and is available in Rich Ghana Chocolate flavor with smooth creamy texture.
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