Quality Testing
Supplement & Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 Level scoop (44 g) | |||
Servings Per Container: About 21 | |||
Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value | ||
Calories
|
160 |
| |
Total Fat
|
2.5 g
|
3%
| |
Saturated Fat
|
0 g
|
0%
| |
Trans Fat
|
0 g
|
| |
Cholesterol
|
0 mg
|
0%
| |
Sodium
|
570 mg
|
25%
| |
Total Carbohydrate
|
9 g | 3%
| |
Dietary Fiber
|
2 g | 7%
| |
Total Sugars
|
2 g |
| |
Includes 2 g Added Sugars
|
|
4%
| |
Xylitol
|
3 g |
| |
Protein
|
24 g |
| |
Vit. D
|
0 mcg
|
0% | |
Calcium
|
40 mg
|
4%
| |
Iron
|
8 mg | 45%
| |
Potas.
|
322 mg
|
6%
| |
*The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |||
Typical Amino Acid Profile
(example) (per serving)** | |||
Essential Amino Acids |
mg per Serving | ||
L-Histidine
|
590 | ||
L-Isoleucine***
|
1094
| ||
L-Leucine***
|
2009
| ||
L-Lysine
|
1798
| ||
L-Methionine
|
211
| ||
L-Phenylalanine
|
1322
| ||
L-Threonine
|
936
| ||
L-Tryptophan
|
211
| ||
L-Valine***
|
1183
| ||
Non-Essential Amino Acids
| |||
L-Alanine
|
974
| ||
L-Arginine
|
2030
| ||
L-Aspartic Acid
|
2822
| ||
L-Cysteine
|
358
| ||
L-Glutamic Acid
|
4286
| ||
Glycine
|
986
| ||
L-Proline
|
1042
| ||
L-Serine
|
1248
| ||
L-Tyrosine
|
895
| ||
**Subject to natural variability
*** Branched-Chain Amino Acids |
Product Description
Description
Fuel your workouts with NOW Foods Sports Pea Protein, a plant-based protein for muscle recovery.
Pea Protein is a highly bioavailable, non-GMO vegetable protein isolate that provides 24 grams of easily-digested protein per serving, along with over 4,200 mg of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) and 2,000 mg of arginine. This soy-free, dairy-free, and steroid-free formula is an ideal source of post-workout nutrition for athletes and individuals with dietary restrictions.
- 24 g of protein per serving with BCAAs
- Smooth texture and easily mixable
- Vegan, kosher, non-GMO, and free from artificial sweeteners
Directions
Add 1 level scoop daily to 10 oz. of cold water or your favorite beverage. Stir or blend.
Ingredients
Yellow pea protein isolate, cocoa powder, natural flavors, xylitol, sea salt, organic stevia leaf extract, xanthan gum, stevia leaf extract (rebaudioside A).
Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Health risks and warnings
Notice: Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.
Contains Xylitol, which is harmful to pets.
Natural color variation may occur in this product.
This product is sold by weight not volume.
Store in a cool, dry, dark place after opening.
Please note
At Health Orchard, we are committed to providing accurate product information and images. However, manufacturers may update their product packaging or ingredients, and these changes may not be immediately reflected on our website. It's possible for products to be shipped with different packaging than what is shown online. For the most accurate and safe use of any product, we advise reading the product's label, warnings, and instructions rather than relying solely on the details provided by Health Orchard.
Questions and Answers about NOW Foods, Sports, Pea Protein
Have a Question?
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Is NOW Foods, Sports, Pea Protein actually good for you?
Yes, pea protein is a high-quality, plant-based protein source that can support muscle growth, recovery, and overall health when incorporated into a balanced diet.
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Is NOW Foods, Sports, Pea Protein good for athletes?
Pea protein is a suitable protein source for athletes, as it can help support muscle growth, recovery, and overall athletic performance.
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Is NOW Foods, Sports, Pea Protein FDA approved?
The FDA does not approve dietary supplements, including pea protein powders. However, NOW Foods is a reputable brand that adheres to strict quality control standards and good manufacturing practices (GMP).
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Why is pea protein so expensive?
Pea protein can be more expensive than some other protein sources due to factors such as production costs, growing demand, and the processing methods required to extract the protein from peas.
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What are the negatives of NOW Foods, Sports, Pea Protein?
Some potential drawbacks include a slightly gritty texture, a distinct taste that may not appeal to everyone, and the possibility of digestive discomfort in some individuals.
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Why avoid pea protein?
There are no compelling reasons to avoid pea protein unless you have an allergy to peas or experience persistent digestive issues after consuming pea protein products.