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Protein
84 protein products - whey, pea, rice, hemp, soya, bone broth and collagen, in powders and ready-mixed formats. Brands include Vivo, Nuzest, The Organic Protein Co, Form Nutrition, Pulsin, Sunwarrior, Planet Paleo and Myprotein.
Which claims are approved?
Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass, to the maintenance of muscle mass, and to the maintenance of normal bones. Those three are authorised and apply to protein generally, whatever the source.
Whey, plant or collagen?
Whey is dairy-derived, contains all nine essential amino acids and is the most established. Plant proteins - pea, rice, hemp, soya, or blends of them - suit vegans and anyone avoiding dairy; blends are used because combining sources improves the amino acid profile. Collagen is a protein but not a complete one, and it does not substitute for whey or a plant blend if muscle mass is what you are after.
How much do you need?
The reference intake is 50g a day and most UK adults already meet it from food. Higher intakes are commonly used alongside resistance training. A powder is a convenience for hitting a target, not a requirement - and it is worth noting that a chicken breast, a tin of beans or a pot of Greek yoghurt do the same job more cheaply.
Comparing products
Check the protein per serving rather than per 100g, since scoop sizes vary widely. Look at what else is in it - some products are heavily flavoured and sweetened, others are single-ingredient. Isolates contain more protein by weight than concentrates and cost more accordingly.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
Looking specifically for certified organic? See our organic protein powder range — organic pea, hemp, brown rice and cashew protein, all in stock.
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FulfilSalted Caramel 55g
An indulgent milk chocolate coating surrounding a soft, silky salted caramel centre. The salt keeps the caramel from becoming cloying, which matter...
View full detailsFulfilPeanut and Caramel 40g
Milk chocolate encasing caramel mixed with crunchy crispies, surrounding a rich peanut centre. The 40g size, a sensible portion when the 55g is mor...
View full detailsClif BarWhite Choc Macadamia Bar 68g
Energy Bar is the delicious, plant-based bar made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, that challenged all the expectations of energy food....
View full detailsClif BarMini White Choc Macademia Nut 28g
You will be surprised what a CLIF BAR Mini can do. At 109 calories with 4g of protein, each one is portioned as a genuine snack rather than a meal,...
View full detailsThe Protein Ball CoCoconut & Macadamia Balls 45g
Coconut and macadamia protein balls — buttery, rich and rather more interesting than the chocolate varieties. A resealable 45g pack. The Protein Ba...
View full detailsFattbarCoconut & Macadamia Bar 30g
A crunchy nut bar built on coconut and macadamia, with 3g of carbohydrate per bar and no added sugar or sweeteners. Fattbar make these for people e...
View full detailsPuritionWholefood Protein Shake C/Nut 40g
Purition Wholefood Protein Shake made with 70% wholefood ingredients. A great body is built with good nutrition from a diet rich in natural wholefo...
View full detailsBarebellsVanilla Protein Milkshake 330ml
Our silky-smooth Vanilla is sure to wow your taste buds! A classic that contains 24 grams of protein per serving and is free from both lactose and ...
View full detailsOriginVegan Protein Bar Pistachio Crunch 45g
Buttery pistachios against bright, slightly tart cranberries in a 45g vegan protein bar. Protein contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscl...
View full detailsOriginVegan Protein Bar Peanut Caramel 45g
This is the one everyone falls for first. Rich roasted peanuts, natural caramel sweetness, and a soft, satisfying bite. It hits the same nostalgic ...
View full detailsBarebellsStrawberry Protein Milkshake 330ml
A sweet strawberry protein milkshake carrying 24 grams of protein with no added sugar. Protein contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscle ...
View full detailsBarebellsSalty Peanut Protein Bar 55g
Smooth milk chocolate with crunchy golden peanuts, carrying 20 grams of protein and no added sugar. Protein contributes to the growth and maintenan...
View full detailsThe Protein Ball CoSalted Caramel Protein Balls 45g
Salted caramel protein balls, the sea salt keeping the caramel from becoming cloying. A resealable 45g pack. The Protein Ball Co make everything in...
View full detailsFRANKRosemary Sea Salt Protein Bar 50g
Frank Rosemary+Sea Salt protein bar. 16g protein, natural ingredients, savoury. Frank makes high-protein snack bars from natural, recognisable ...
View full detailsPuritionOriginal Vanilla 40g
Purition wholefood nutrition 40gm meal with Macadamia & Vanilla. High In Fibre, Protein & Low In Carbs & Sugars. A nutritious Protein...
View full detailsPuritionVegan Vanilla 500g
Purition Wholefood Nutrition 500g (12 servings), High In Protein and Fibre but Low In Carbs & Sugars. A nutritious Protein Shake made with 70%...
View full detailsPerfectTedProtein Matcha Latte 250ml
A deliciously smooth and creamy white chocolate protein matcha latte, ready to drink anytime! Crafted using ceremonial grade matcha and milk - hig...
View full detailsTribeProtein + Focus Choc Caramel 55g
A choc caramel flapjack with 10g of protein, blended with lion's mane mushroom, ginseng, magnesium and B group vitamins. Magnesium and vitamin B5 c...
View full detailsLife FoodProtein Chocolate bar 40g
Chocolate protein bar with nuts and seeds. Lifebar date-based bars in combination with superfoods are an exceptional combination that delivers a va...
View full detailsKindProtein Caramel Nut 50g
KIND Protein bars combine plant-based ingredients into a substantial bar rather than a flimsy one. Caramel Nut has crunchy whole almonds and peanut...
View full detailsBites We LoveProtein Bar Cookies Cream 50g
Cookies and cream done as a 50g protein bar: a soft vanilla base shot through with dark biscuit pieces, so there is some crunch against the chew. P...
View full detailsTribeProtein Flapjack - Choc Peanut 50g
The chocolate and peanut version of TRIBE's layered flapjack - oat base, soft date middle, crunchy peanut top. Protein contributes to the growth an...
View full detailsOriginProtein Bar Hazelnut Crunch 45g
Roasted hazelnuts bring depth and crunch to this one, balanced against a gentle natural sweetness rather than a sugary hit. The result is comfortin...
View full detailsNakdProtein Peanut Butter Bar 45g
A peanut butter bar with added plant protein, larger and denser than the standard Nakd bar. Salty, chewy and substantial enough to bridge a long ga...
View full detailsVilgainT Protein Bar Milky Coconut 55g
The Trouble bar in milky coconut at 55g, which is the single-layer sibling of the Double Trouble range. Coconut carries a protein bar well because ...
View full detailsLife FoodProtein Strawberry 40g
Strawberry protein bar with nuts and seeds. Lifebar date-based bars in combination with superfoods are an exceptional combination that delivers a v...
View full detailsVilgainProtein Iced Coffee 330ml
A caramel latte iced coffee with protein worked in, in a 330ml can. It drinks as a coffee rather than as a shake, which is the difference between t...
View full detailsVilgainProtein Milkshake Vanilla 330ml
The vanilla version of the same 330ml protein milkshake, lighter than the cocoa and the better of the two if you are drinking it alongside food. Re...
View full detailsNakdProtein Cocoa Hazelnut Bar 45g
A cocoa and hazelnut bar with added plant protein, larger and denser than the standard Nakd bar. Rich, nutty and closer to a confectionery bar in f...
View full detailsVilgainProtein Milkshake Cocoa 330ml
A cocoa protein milkshake in a 330ml bottle, ready to drink and thick enough to read as a milkshake rather than a thin protein drink. Cocoa is the ...
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