Tuesday 3 February 2015

What Does Organic Protein Powder Mean To You

By Janine Hughes


For anyone interested in muscle strength and development, such as athletes, bodybuilders and any other regular gym goers, protein powders are part of the staple foods. This powder is known to aid in muscle repair and muscle growth after an intensive training. In addition to muscle building, some of the powders also come with extra benefits such as supplementing the minerals and vitamins. However, there are questions as to whether organic protein powder is just as good as the conventional non-organic varieties or better.

An organically grown food is a food product that is grown from a natural condition. Normally, this should mean the absence of the following inorganic substances; pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, ionizing radiation, genetically modified organisms (GMO), sewage sludge, antibiotics, and any growth hormones. Today, it is difficult to buy anything from the stores that is not produced from one or more of these unnatural and sometimes harmful substances as they cut own cost and time of production.

Generally, there are three labels you should look for in food products and drinks. The first is 100% organic. This simply indicates that the product is 100% natural. It contains no element of inorganic compounds like pesticides, synthetic fertilizers, hormones, ionizing radiations, and is not grown through the genetically modified organisms (GMO).

However, if it is just labeled organic, then it is at least 95% natural. The products that are 70% to 95% natural are labeled, "made with organic ingredients". However, this should be accompanied with the USDA Organic label as the evidence of the same.

Although these products results from animals that are not fed with growth hormones and other substances considered being non-natural, they are not less in nutritional value. In fact, they are said to taste better, unlike the conventional ones that are said to have a chalky and bitter taste resulting from excess amounts of fake sugar content.

Even with this, these products are said to taste better than the conventional options that sometimes taste bitter due to the excessive amount of fake sugar content. The conventional products also have a chalky taste. The natural varieties do not sacrifice quality as they are rich in vitamins, minerals, and amino-acids.

The other favorite options are the raw protein powders that are plant based. They are gluten-free, dairy-free, sugar-free and vegan. They are very easy to ingest. They are largely not processed, and do not go through a heating, hence more nutrients are preserved. Normally, manufacturers usually sweeten them with a natural sweetener and stevia. They also contain no an artificial flavors and are hence raw and natural.

Unlike the conventional varieties, this powder is likely to cost more. They are also limited in flavors as the most common ones are chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry. However, for those who suffers from food allergies and are gluten intolerance, this is the option to go. They are also a good alternative for those who want to go completely natural. They are also widely available for anyone interested and are what you should be looking for.




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