What is Organic Pea Protein?

Peas are one of the most earliest cultivated food crops dating back thousands of years. Myproteins Organic Pea Protein powder starts off with organically grown white and yellow peas, known as field or dry peas, which are grown throughout the World. After harvesting, each batch of peas are cleaned and liquefied, and the pure protein liquid is decanted and then clarified before being dried, sifted and inspected. Providing a high protein content of 80%, the amino acid profile of Organic Pea Protein per 100g is excellent; it is rich in the ‘branched chain amino acids’ (Leucine, Isoleucine & Valine). This product is a perfect choice for anyone who wants to boost their daily protein intake via an easy-to-digest high quality protein.

What are the Key Benefits or Organic Pea Protein?

• Other than water (75%), protein is the largest component of muscles (on average 20%). Good quality intake of protein is important for all people of all ages as it contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscle mass and the maintenance of normal bones. Take the elderly population for example, a loss of muscle mass (known as sarcopenia) is a significant health issue, as increased frailty increases the risk of falls*, hence why regular protein intake is critical.

• Boasts an impressive amino acid profile; amino acids make up 35% of skeletal muscle mass and they are fundamental building blocks for new proteins to be manufactured day to day.

• Sugar-free and low insaturated fat making it perfectly tailored towards calorie controlled healthy balanced diets.

What do I taste like?

Organic Pea Protein is unsweetened and has a mild, pleasant, characteristic natural taste.

Why buy Organic Products?

Across the Globe, organically based products are becoming increasingly popular as individuals sway towards products that contain fewer pesticides, are not genetically modified, and offer rich nutrient profiles at affordable prices.

What do I go well with?

• Works well blending into smoothies with fruits and cocoa powder

• Myprotein’s other ranges of Organic flours, roots and seeds to complete your store cupboard staples

• Into soups and casseroles as a hidden protein boost

• Adding into raw puddings