Pea protein is a plant-based protein with a very impressive nutritional profile. Yellow pea protein isolate contains about 80 to 85% protein, which is considerable. It also contains BCAAs, or branched-chain amino acids: leucine, isoleucine, and valine.
In a nutshell
- Pea protein isolate contains about 80 to 85% protein.
- It contains BCAAs (leucine, isoleucine, and valine), which are important for muscles.
- In one study, pea protein produced muscle thickness gains comparable to those of whey.
- Plant-based and lactose-free, it suits many people.
- At Zenit, it boosts the protein content of energy squares.
An excellent protein for athletes
Yellow peas are an excellent source of plant-based protein for sports and strength training. In a 12-week study of men doing strength training, pea protein led to muscle thickness gains comparable to those of whey protein. It also helps promote satiety.
The benefits of organic pea protein
- Helps build and repair muscles after exercise;
- Muscle gains comparable to those from whey in one study;
- Plant-based and lactose-free;
- Helps meet your protein needs.
At Zenit, this is the plant-based protein we use to increase the protein content of our energy squares. To learn more, read about the benefits of plant-based proteins.
Frequently asked questions
Is pea protein as effective as whey?
In a 12-week study, it produced muscle thickness gains comparable to those of whey in men doing strength training.
Does pea protein contain lactose?
No, it’s a 100% plant-based protein, with no lactose.
Danielle Dubois, Dt.P., nutritionist
Member of the Ordre des diététistes-nutritionnistes du Québec
Founder of Zenit Nutrition
References
- Babault N, Païzis C, Deley G, et al. Pea proteins oral supplementation promotes muscle thickness gains during resistance training: a double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial vs. whey protein. J Int Soc Sports Nutr. 2015;12(1):3. PMID: 25628520
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