Reddit reviews PlantFusion Complete Plant Based Pea Protein Powder, Non-GMO, Vegan, Dairy Free, Gluten Free, Soy Free, Allergy Free w/Digestive Enzymes, Dietary Supplement, Vanilla Bean (30 Servings) 2 Pound

> Ideally I would like to be fully raw

Can I ask why? It's less healthy and MUCH harder to get protein and nutrients.

Just eat beans, tofu, faux meats, avocados, nuts, seeds, quinoa, etc... and you'll be fine on protein. Don't set yourself up for failure by eating some crazy restrictive diet when there's really no reason to.

Also consider getting some Plant Fusion and blending that up with a frozen banana and almond milk for an easy dose of protein.

Five servings of [this] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0021FEMZG/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1509797138&sr=8-3&keywords=plant+fusion+vanilla+bean) for only 600 calories and give you 105 grams protein.

I just bought this and in the mornings (around 7 am) I blend a scoop of that, about 8 ounces west soy unsweetened soy milk, 2 big handfuls of spinach, 2 medium bananas, and a 1/2 cup frozen blueberries. Fills up a quart mason jar and keeps me going until noon.

Vegan Crossfitter here whose loves her gainz:

Complex carbs are low GI, so think whole wheat bread and brown rice. Any that lists "whole <insert grain here>" is a good bet. Quinoa works, too, although not technically a grain.

It's super duper easy getting all your protein needs without dairy, and even without relying on soy. I eat a lot of nut butters (almond, peanut, cashew) and use nuts in a lot of my dishes (stir fry, salads, blended into sauces). Lentils and beans are good sources, but not my personal faves. Also, don't underestimate the protein content in foods not typically associated with protein. Examples: One serving (3 cups) of spring mix lettuce has 2g of protein; one serving cup of whole wheat pasta has 7.5g of protein. Eating a variety of plant-based foods will provide you with all essential amino acids. Gainz brah.

I also LOVE Vega Performance Protein powder (vanilla and chocolate flavors are best). A bit pricey, but high quality, soy-free. Less tasty (IMO) but cheaper and still soy-free is Plant Fusion. With either powder, I like to blend it with almond milk, ice, and maybe a few spoonfuls of peanut butter. Drink post-workout. I also use that mixture as a base for green smoothies for my morning breakfast.

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I run almost everyday for at least half an hour and also do some light weight training. I'd recommend looking into some meal replacement shakes. It's a really quick and easy way to get protein and nutrients. Mine usually consist of plant protein, powdered peanut butter, ground flaxseed, a serving of kale/spinach, a banana, and almond milk. They're great!

It tastes good and does indeed have vital nutrients. You'll lose weight if you follow their directions, but it's honestly all about portion control and tracking your food. I tried the vegan stuff for a month and it was super handy to have for my road trip to help me avoid crap foods, but I know I personally couldn't maintain it long term.

If you're just looking for occasionally supplementing meals, I recommend checking out Amazon. I buy a tub of [Plant Fusion Vanilla Bean]( PlantFusion Protein Vanilla Bean 2lb https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0021FEMZG/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_j2JGub1QP9GYC) every couple months and my husband and I both love it for on the go meals. He's on the road 80 hrs a week and it helps curb fast food stops.

I just recently settled on Plant Fusion after discovering I can't tolerate whey protein. Its soy, dairy, rice, etc free, has a pretty well rated purity, and has bcaas and a pretty good amino acid profile. I've tried vanilla, chocolate, and cookies and cream. I stuck with vanilla because the taste is the most easily blended with other stuff.

Protein smoothies control my hunger for a long time. Pea protein powder or some other combo protein powder might be something you could try. Add in some fruit and greens and maybe even ginger ale. Alternatively, Plant Fusion is also a nice brand if you don't mind stevia. The only protein smoothie powder I do not recommend is Vega. Wow, did that suck.

Why do you think stimulants are the only way to boost your energy ? How is your diet ? If that's not ideal, nothing else is going to help.

For me drinking a good protein shake in the morning (along with some green tea powder mixed in it) helps the most. Good Protein is not a stimulant but sustains energy through out the day. That could be a start. Example products I have liked:
http://www.amazon.com/PlantFusion-Protein-Vanilla-Bean-2lb/dp/B0021FEMZG

I haven't been doing BJJ that long, but I did Muay Thai for a good while while on a vegan diet. The key is to get a lot of protein and to get it from a lot of different sources. Animal protein is "complete" protein (contains sufficient quantities of every single one of the amino acids that your body needs) while plant protein tends to be deficient in one amino acid or the other. However, if you combine different foods (rice and beans, etc) then you can get a complete mix of amino acids without a problem. For me, it's really that simple. Eat a lot of good, high-protein stuff (lentils, chickpeas, quinoa, rice, peanut butter, almonds, whatever) and eat a wide variety of things throughout the day.

Also, to supplement, try this and this. I mix a scoop of each of those with some soymilk and water and it makes me feel awesome.

Edit: fucked up the links

http://www.amazon.com/PlantFusion-Protein-Vanilla-Bean-2lb/dp/B0021FEMZG?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

Plant fusion: http://www.amazon.com/PlantFusion-Protein-Vanilla-Bean-2lb/dp/B0021FEMZG

Been using this stuff for a long time. Has good ingredients, comes in a bunch of different flavors, not all that expensive for what you're getting.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0021FEMZG/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_3I.nub0PH9EWY