True Nutrition was my first protein powder! Since I needed to cut dairy out, I was researching vegan formulas and chose their unflavored and unsweetened blend with the branched-chain aminos boost. I've tried it with just water and obviously, it has that earthy taste. It doesn't mix the best in a blender cup. It's non-GMO, gluten-free, dairy-free and soy-free.
It contains pea protein ioslate, rice protein concentrate and hemp protein.
It has 23.2 grams of protein per 1 scoop (30 grams) at 110 calories.
I ordered 1 pound with a $0.50 boost and plastic jug for a total of $10.68. Use coupon GOVEGAN for the 5% off!
I've used this powder in water and fruit smoothies. Bananas are perfect for masking that earthy flavor. It's not concealed 100% but it's better tasting. I've also mixed it in with water, oatmeal, and banana. I'm used to the flavor so I don't dislike it.
FLAVORS
I got Pea Protein sample packs in French Vanilla, Strawberry Sorbet, Strawberry Banana and Cinnamon Bun.Personally, I'm not a huge fan of sweet flavors. French Vanilla was my favorite pick because it really tasted like cake batter. it was the most neutral flavor for my tastes.
Strawberry Sorbet tastes like "Strawberry's always a risky artificial flavor, but I think it tastes like the milk that's left over after eating a bowl of fruit loops or lucky charms or something." (source). It was the best description for it.
Strawberry Banana was something I liked but I could easily add in fruits or flavored yogurt to my shakes. Don't think I could regularly drink this every day.
Cinnamon Bun was actually delicious but too sweet for me to actually buy a tub and not die from it.
During my research on Reddit, I found that people liked Chocolate Fudge Brownie the most. Cafe Mocha only if you're into coffee flavors. Lemon Cake popped up a few times.
People recommended ordering the flavor intensity at Light.
I got 2 lbs of Vegan Optimizer in TrueFlavor French Vanilla with two boosts: Branched Chain Aminos Boost and Essential Aminos Boost at $22.88. (GOVEGAN for 5% off)
This is something I can drink with water. Sometimes I'll have to dilute it to 16 oz because I don't feel like drinking straight up cake in the morning. I added BCCA because I workout fasted and some days I do intermittent fasting.
I've tried this with almond milk, dairy-free yogurt (Vega Protein and Silk) and fruits. It's my favorite!
I've noticed that I haven't experienced any soreness since using this powder. Usually, I felt sore from leg day either later at night or the next morning. It's pretty crazy to workout without feeling like my legs will fall off. I'm currently struggling to hit my protein needs so usually, I'll have a protein shake and oatmeal later.
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