NOW Foods Sports Nutrition, Pea Protein 24 g, Fast Absorbing, Unflavored Powder, 7-Pound

I’ll start off this review with a startling and unbelievable statement—I’m a bodybuilding Vegan. It’s been almost ten years since I climbed over the piles of rotting meat and dairy products, and I haven’t looked back since my blood pressure dropped to 115/75 and cholesterol level plummeted seventy points to 150. Triglycerides? A double-digit number. Not bad for a 60 year-old who eats tofu and vegetables, benches 225, squats a ridiculous 500lbs. and doesn’t indulge in dangerous experiments with needles. Was it easy to make this transformation? No. The food choices available from the start were limited, at least until I did the research. NOW Foods Sports Nutrition has not only made this transition easier with a few mouse clicks, it’s given other Vegans what they need, inexpensive quality protein and carbohydrates. This product, Pea Protein, is what it says, an easily-digested protein from peas, and I’ll use anywhere from 50-100g a day, depending on my routine. It works fantastic. Not bad for one ingredient. You may have noticed I mentioned NOW also makes a carbohydrate supplement. It’s called Carbo Gain. But why mention it here? As many have seen, there are way, waaaay too many one-star reviews for this protein product mixing bad and tasting like chalk. I believe one person declared in dramatic fashion “IT'S SOOOOOOOOOOO BAD. So, so, so bad” and concluded it’s mixability was “0/10”. <slaps forehead> It’s described as unflavored. It’s not going to knock you off your feet like a great-tasting Vegan pizza. Any protein powder with no other ingredients is going to taste like chalk. What they need is a little help. One day—in-a-hurry-to-get-to-work act of desperation—I tossed ½ cup of this pea protein into a 48oz. container half-full of distilled water along with ½ cup of Carbo Gain. To my surprise—once covered—it mixed completely with some energetic shaking and—Wow!—the chalky taste disappeared. Not bad for a complete bodybuilding shake. I’ve also tried this with filtered tap water, and it still mixed without problems—I believe distilled makes it smoother and taste better, but it’s not necessary. Try this recipe with some creatine powder tossed in and it will still mix without problems. You can’t beat it for the overall cost, convenience and the 500lb squats you’ll get out of it. Ok, you’ll have to work on the last part yourself. Have fun!

Okay, I'll start out by saying that this is my first review. I have previously used Whey Isolate for over 15yrs, until I realized I was lactose intolerant about 3 years ago and that's when the hunt for vegan/plant based protein powders started. I have purchased this item in the 12oz & 2lb both a couple of times each and 7lb I think 4 or 5 times. The product itself is good. Its a very fine powder, milled more finely than other plant based/pea powders I've tried in the past. Its best when used in a blender, as it this will get out any clumps (this tends to clump up if not mixed well) If you are new to this type of powder and are looking for something that tastes great, this is not it. Its bland, with no taste. To mix until smooth you have to use a blender, as I do. I mix with greens and fruit in AM and either almond milk, + powdered PB or fruit in PM. I enjoyed this product for its ingredients as it did not have artificial sweeteners, of artificial flavoring and the price point was great. I purchased in bulk because it was something I used every day and it kept the price per ounce down. I just went to reorder when I realized they increased the price considerably. My jaw dropped a little, not gonna lie. I've been subscribed to this item the price I paid was $40. The price currently is $66 for one time purchase and $56 for a subscription. I'm sorry but $16 increase in 2 months??? WHAT??? Unfortunately, I will have to find another protein powder to stock up on, and spend my money elsewhere. I'm really disappointed

I bought this, because I was trying to create a more filling breakfast parfait. Usually I use blueberries, greek yogurt, chia seeds, baking cocoa powder, and walnuts. I thought, "hey what a great way to add more satisfying protein". I like that Now Sports has one of the higher concentrations of protein in their powders, but ugh the pea taste cuts through. I am still experimenting with other options. Maybe peanut butter and cinnamon along with this. I am sure I will figure something out, but the taste is rather strong for my liking. This powder does mix fairly well, and while it thickens the Greek yogurt substantially, it doesn't become impossible to stir, just thick. The scoop size is great for the amount of protein and calories that I want to add, but it's perhaps too much for flavor. Also the plastic tub/bottle comes with about 1/3 air and 2/3's product. While they give you the same volume, I would prefer a smaller tub / bottle because it would store in our cabinets a little better. Overall, if you are going with an unflavored pea protein, this seems to be one of the highest concentrations that you can get for a reasonable price. Just make sure you have some recipes that can hide the flavor.

one would be hard pressed to find 96 24g servings of straight protein – zero fillers – for under $60 that also mixes well; contains BCAA's, let alone any amino acids;with no sugar; only two grams of fat; is super consistent in texture, flavor and actual volume, plus doesn't taste any differently than you'd expect an unflavored pea protein powder to taste. now sports has somehow checked every single one of those boxes. i first came across this about 3 years ago and really liked the price point. i have not purchased a different protein supplement since. i can not recommend this product or praise it enough. ⚠️if your stomach is on the sensitive side, you will be effected by this powder, personally, i get a little bloated and gassy for a bit, but it subsides within a few hours.⚠️ PRO TIP: this stuff is fire in coffee. i use 1 scoop per 4 cups (two 2 cup beverages) of coffee and add a splash (or more idk) of milk, a scoop of collagen peptides and a serving of honey per beverage and honestly i hate coffee anymore without it. it can get a little messy whilst distributing to your vessel as it's a relatively fine powder, but it doesn't really get sticky so cleaning up after is easy peasy.

Nice product but price high

It's a bit thicker and chalkier than I'd prefer (compared to my other one) but I can still hide small amounts in a smoothie etc and it doesn't have a strong taste when I just plug my nose and chug it down. A sip of coffee after & I can forget that I drank it. Veg sourced protein is highly under-rated here. Hope they restock.

Excelente proteína, sin sabores artificiales. Desafortunadamente, está muy escasa en México, pero la super recomiendo.

first itme purchase, no aftertaste so easyto use in various ways

For people who are looking for Soy Free, Gluten Free, Dairy Free protein powder, this is an excellent option. Personally, I tried some Whey Protein powders available in India, but didn't get used to any of it, mainly because I'm kinda allergic to Soy(lecithin). This is an excellent alternative protein powder. I got to know about this Protein Powder(Source, not the brand) after reading an article on Novak Djokovic, where I've read he prefers Pea Protein over other sources. This protein powder works for me and I'll continue to order it in the future. NOTE: This powder is tasteless(as it's flavorless), and it took some time for me to get used to it. If you're too flavor oriented, maybe this is not the best Pea Protein for you.