{"id":9221,"date":"2015-03-21T09:33:43","date_gmt":"2015-03-21T07:33:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.faithful-to-nature.co.za\/natural-organic-blog\/?p=9221"},"modified":"2015-03-21T09:33:43","modified_gmt":"2015-03-21T07:33:43","slug":"7-strongest-vegan-friendly-super-proteins","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.faithful-to-nature.co.za\/blog\/7-strongest-vegan-friendly-super-proteins\/","title":{"rendered":"The 7 Strongest Vegan-Friendly Super-Proteins"},"content":{"rendered":"

\u201cPeople eat meat and think they will become as strong as an ox, forgetting that the ox eats grass.\u201d<\/strong><\/em> \u2013 Pino Caruso, Italian actor & author<\/p>\n

There is a common misconception that an omnivorous diet is more \u201cpowerful\u201d than a plant-based one; and this is simply not true. Plant-derived proteins are absolutely packed with energy, plus a wealth of other nutrients to fuel your body and mind. Check out our seven best power-packed vegan proteins, and find out what makes them so beneficial.<\/p>\n

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1. Hemp Protein<\/strong><\/h2>\n
\"hemp-seed-protein-powder\"<\/a>

Seed Oil SA Super Protein Hemp Seed Powder<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Hemp is ideal for building lean muscle \u2013 it\u2019s low in calories and high in nutrients, so it\u2019s a great supplement for those looking either lose to or to gain weight! Hemp protein has an excellent amino acid profile, and is also a great source of Edistin, a protein that your body needs to make antibodies and enzymes. It\u2019s easy to digest, and assists with muscle repair and recovery.<\/p>\n

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2. Pea Protein<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Phyto Pro Pea Protein Isolate<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

That\u2019s right, protein made from peas! These little veggies are a really rich protein source; and pea protein isolate packs it all into one convenient dose you can easily mix into a shake or smoothie. Pea protein has a great amino acid profile, and is especially rich in arginine and lysine, both of which have great healing benefits for the body and mind.<\/p>\n

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3. Spirulina<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Superfoods Organic Spirulina Powder<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n

This humble blue-green algae is extremely nutrient dense, with 65 – 70% protein and all the essential amino acids. Spirulina is also high in organic iron, gamma-linoleic acid and beta carotene.<\/p>\n

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4. Moringa<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Akan Moringa Powder<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

With 9 times the protein of yoghurt, 25 times the iron of spinach, 17 times the calcium of milk, AND 15 times the potassium of bananas, it\u2019s no wonder moringa is known as the \u201cmiracle tree\u201d! Moringa contains all the amino acids (protein building-blocks) your body needs to function at its peak.<\/p>\n

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5. Chlorella<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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The Real Thing Chlorella Tablets<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Another green algae like spirulina, chlorella is the richest source of chlorophyll out there; and it\u2019s higher in protein than chicken or beef, with a whopping 28g of protein per 100g of chlorella. It\u2019s an amazing energy-boosting, anti-ageing and detoxing supplement.<\/p>\n

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6. Almonds<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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By Nature Organic Almonds<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

Whether you enjoy almond milk smoothies, almond flour for baking or just a handful of whole raw almond nuts as an on-the-go snack, these nuts are an amazing (and tasty) protein source. They\u2019re also rich in vitamin E, calcium and potassium \u2013 plus they\u2019re the world\u2019s only alkaline-forming nut, and help to balance your body\u2019s pH levels.<\/p>\n

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7. Chia Seeds<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Kitchen Garden Chia Seeds<\/strong><\/a><\/p><\/div>\n

These tiny seeds are a complete protein source, meaning they contain all essential amino acids. Gran for gram, chia contains more protein than eggs and almost as much as meat. They\u2019re also rich in omega-3, fibre and antioxidants.<\/p>\n

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These plant-based vegan-friendly super-proteins<\/strong> are packed with natural nutritional goodness. Take a look at our vegan and vegetarian protein powders<\/a> online, to power your body and mind the cleaner, greener way!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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