Plant Protein - Vanilla by Thorne – Muscle Maintenance with Vegan Protein
Plant Protein - Vanilla by Thorne is a vegan protein powder combining pea, chia seed, and rice proteins to provide all nine essential amino acids. Each serving supplies 22 g of protein in a dairy-free, vanilla-flavored formula that is NSF Certified for Sport®.
Key Plant Protein - Vanilla Benefits
- Supports the maintenance of lean muscle as part of an adequate daily protein intake.
- Supplies amino acids for muscle tissue repair after exercise.
- Helps meet protein needs with a plant-based alternative to whey.
How Plant Protein - Vanilla Works
Digestion breaks dietary protein into amino acids, which are absorbed and used to make the body's own proteins. These building blocks support ongoing muscle renewal and repair. Combining complementary plant sources supplies the essential amino acids the body cannot make itself. Adequate food intake and regular activity remain important; a protein powder does not replace either.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Pea Protein: Supplies amino acids used to build and maintain muscle proteins. Its contribution to this blend helps make daily protein intake achievable without dairy, while providing building blocks the body uses during normal muscle renewal and post-exercise repair.
- Chia Seed Protein: Contributes another plant-derived source of amino acids to the blend. After digestion, these amino acids join the body's available supply for making tissue proteins. Here, chia seed protein serves a nutritional role alongside pea and rice proteins, rather than acting as a separate muscle-building stimulant.
- Rice Protein: Broadens the blend's amino acid profile by combining a grain-derived protein with pea and chia seed proteins. This complementary approach helps provide all nine essential amino acids needed to make body proteins, supporting the formula's role in daily protein nutrition and muscle maintenance.
- Iron: Helps the body make hemoglobin, the protein in red blood cells that carries oxygen to tissues, including working muscles. It also participates in normal cellular energy metabolism. The iron in this plant-based powder contributes to nutritional intake; the product is not a substitute for individualized evaluation of iron needs.
Plant Protein - Vanilla Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking a vegan protein source to complement meals.
- Active adults and exercise enthusiasts supporting muscle maintenance and repair.
- Adults who prefer a dairy-free alternative to whey protein.
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Recommendation: Mix 2 scoops with at least 12 ounces of water, juice, or preferred beverage daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.
Serving Size: Two Scoops (31.5 g)
Servings Per Container: About 20
Calories ... 130
Total Fat ... 3.5 g
Saturated Fat ... 1.5 g
Total Carbohydrate ... 4 g
Dietary Fiber ... 2 g
Protein ... 22 g
Iron ... 3 mg
Sodium ... 570 mg
Plant Protein Blend ... 28.55 g
Pea Protein ... **
Chia Seed Protein ... **
Rice Protein ... **
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
**Daily Value (DV) not established.
Other Ingredients: Natural Flavors, Medium Chain Triglycerides, Sea Salt, Rebaudioside M, Monk Fruit extract.
Storage: Store tightly sealed in a cool, dry place.
TAMPER EVIDENT: Use only if bottle is sealed.
If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before using this product.
CALIFORNIA WARNING: Risk of reproductive harm from exposure to lead. See www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/food.
ALLERGY WARNING: This product is contraindicated in an individual with a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
INTERACTIONS: There are no known adverse interactions or contraindications at publication date.
Frequently Asked Questions About Plant Protein - Vanilla
What are the main health benefits of Plant Protein - Vanilla?
Plant Protein - Vanilla supplies complete plant-based protein to support lean muscle maintenance and normal muscle repair after exercise. Its pea, chia seed, and rice proteins provide all nine essential amino acids, with 22 g of protein per serving. The dairy-free powder can help adults meet daily protein needs while following a vegan diet or choosing an alternative to whey. Benefits depend on overall nutrition and activity, not the powder alone.
How does Plant Protein - Vanilla work in the body?
The body digests Plant Protein - Vanilla into amino acids, then uses those building blocks to make its own proteins, including muscle proteins. Pea, chia seed, and rice proteins contribute complementary amino acids to this process. The blend supplies essential amino acids that must come from food. It supports normal tissue maintenance and repair as part of an adequate diet, rather than replacing exercise or acting as a stimulant.
Who should consider taking Plant Protein - Vanilla?
Plant Protein - Vanilla is intended for adults who want to add a vegan protein source to their daily nutrition. It can suit active adults, exercise enthusiasts, and people who prefer a dairy-free alternative to whey. Consider your total protein intake, dietary preferences, and ingredient sensitivities when deciding whether it fits. If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before use, as directed by Thorne. It should complement, not replace, balanced meals.
What are the possible side effects of Plant Protein - Vanilla?
Plant Protein - Vanilla may not suit someone with an ingredient hypersensitivity; Thorne specifically contraindicates use in that situation. Individual digestive tolerance to protein powders varies, so stop use and seek guidance if you experience discomfort or a suspected reaction. If pregnant, consult your health-care practitioner before use. The label also carries a California warning about reproductive harm from lead exposure. Thorne's interaction statement is not a guarantee that the product fits every medication or health situation.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
