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Protein Powder Option

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So for a long time I have been on the hunt for a protein powder that doesn't send me to the bathroom.

Over the years I have tried so many, I've lost count. I know rice protein seems to work well for some people on here, as well as Vega's plant based proteins, but they didn't work for me unfortunately.

However, it seems I may have found one! It is by Manitoba harvest, and it's called Hemp Pro 70.
http://manitobaharvest.com/product/10/H ... 0-1lb.html

It's hemp, but its broken down somehow and has all of the fiber removed. I drink it with water and a few drops of vanilla stevia.

Just thought I'd post this in case someone else is also on the hunt :)

The only issue I could find with it is hemp is listed as a potential cross reactor with gluten, but, so far so good for me.

Some might say, why not just eat real food? For me, its helpful because I can only eat specific foods that can take awhile to cook, so this is the one quick meal I can grab. Also, I lift weights, so it is nice to have a fast-absorbing post-workout protein source. Hemp is also supposedly a highly bioavailible protein, but I haven't looked at the research on this.
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In MC World, with multiple intolerences and histamine issues, when you find something that works, that is affordable 'GO FOR IT'!!
really happy that you found a good protein powder

I would be lost without my protein powder, it was my staple when I was moving house, travelling, work meetings over lunch etc etc, most days now, I am working in the garden, so I sip it while working to keep protein levels / carb levels going in my body, yet it is not a heavy meal that stops me from physical work

Compared to pre-prepared meals and takeaways it is way way more nutritious. And again in MC world, what others class as 'real food' is a highly inflammatory energy draining meal for us.
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Gabes,

My thoughts exactly! its a god send to have something that you can take with you on the go and not have to think much about it. I am on day 50 something of my elimination diet, and this is the one thing I have introduced. It has been about 2 weeks on it, so I figured that was long enough to declare it a victory.

It's not the cheapest thing ever; I bought the first container at whole foods for 30$ for 16 oz. But, then I found it on amazon at 23$ for 32 oz., which is much more reasonable.
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seeljanerun wrote:So for a long time I have been on the hunt for a protein powder that doesn't send me to the bathroom.

Over the years I have tried so many, I've lost count. I know rice protein seems to work well for some people on here, as well as Vega's plant based proteins, but they didn't work for me unfortunately.

However, it seems I may have found one! It is by Manitoba harvest, and it's called Hemp Pro 70.
http://manitobaharvest.com/product/10/H ... 0-1lb.html

It's hemp, but its broken down somehow and has all of the fiber removed. I drink it with water and a few drops of vanilla stevia.

Just thought I'd post this in case someone else is also on the hunt :)

The only issue I could find with it is hemp is listed as a potential cross reactor with gluten, but, so far so good for me.

Some might say, why not just eat real food? For me, its helpful because I can only eat specific foods that can take awhile to cook, so this is the one quick meal I can grab. Also, I lift weights, so it is nice to have a fast-absorbing post-workout protein source. Hemp is also supposedly a highly bioavailible protein, but I haven't looked at the research on this.
Hi Jane,
I too am a weightlifter and I'm always looking for a good tasting protein powder for my post-workout shake. How's the taste? I've tried several vegan products in addition to other proteins that taste incredibly chalky. Thanks for posting this.
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Post by seeljanerun »

Cathy,

Honestly, I don't think it is chalky at all. It is very smooth. It has an earthy/nutty sort of flavor, but I actually kind of like it. It's not sweet at all, but I think the same company also sells vanilla and chocolate flavored versions. I usually just mix it plain with water, but sometimes I add some liquid vanilla stevia if I want it sweeter.
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Good to know. Thanks Jane!
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Post by ldubois7 »

The hemp Pro70 has no fiber, so be sure to order the correct one. I tried it last year, and it was too early in my healing to be a success for me.
I have been thinking about trying it again, though... :wink:
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