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Types of Protein Supplements

In the world of supplements you can get just about anything you are looking for. Need more Vitamin A,B,C,D,E,K etc.? Its available. If you are looking for extra protein in your system to help build muscle that is available in supplement form too.

Some of the more popular types of protein supplement and their source:

Soy Protein – As the name suggests , this protein comes from the soy bean. It first became popular to use in supplement form in 1959. People ingest this form of soy protein by adding power to foods they are eating or by drinking soy protein drinks.

Hemp Protein – Another plant-based protein source, hemp is used by many people to get that extra boost of protein. It is considered one of the better vegan-quality proteins. It has a nutty taste and can be added to most foods.

Rice Protein – This protein is considered to be a good alternative to soy and whey. Rice protein is high in amino acids cysteine and methionine, but low in lysine.

Protein Supplements We Have Available

We have a few really good sources of protein supplement that we add to our food upon demand.

Pea Protein – This protein comes from yellow peas and is yellowish in color. It is a hardy form of protein in that it contains all 9 amino acids. Pea protein is considered a good alternative to whey protein, which is dairy in nature.

Whey Protein – One of the more universally known protein supplements in the world, whey protein derives its protein from a dairy source. You have heard of curds and whey? Well, this is the whey part.  Whey is considered a complete protein in that it contains all the essential amino acids.

You can consult with your drink specialist at Island Smoothie Cafe to find out which protein is good for you.