NUTRITION AWARDS 2024 VEGAN PROTEIN

“There’s been a big rise in vegan protein offerings in the last few years,” says Lovell. “Some will choose these as part of a vegan lifestyle, or for digestion, intolerance or allergy reasons to do with the need to avoid milk proteins from whey or casein. Vegan protein amino acid profile will differ slightly depending on the blend they use. Pea protein isolate is higher in glutamine and BCAAs, like whey. In testing, I was looking for isolates where possible, or hydrolysed protein options, as they will be generally higher in key aminos, potentially enabling great muscle protein.”

Nutravita Vegan Protein Powder £16.99 (20 servings), nutravita.co.uk

This one was used fastest out of all those opened for testing, which is testament to how good it tastes. Fortunately, it backs up flavour with substance: as well as a powerful 25g plant-based protein, you get 26 vitamins and minerals, and 18 amino acids.

WHY WE LIKE IT

• Simple ingredients

• Enzymes added to aid digestion

• Loaded with extra vitamins and minerals

• Great taste

WHAT YOU GET

• 25g protein

• Added enzymes

• 100% natural and sugar-free

Nasty Vegan Super Shake £20 (14 servings), nastyvegan.co.uk

This is nicely enhanced with a vitamin and mineral blend. The enzyme blend is a useful addition to assist with protein digestion and absorption. It tastes great and is filled with nothing but the good stuff.

WHY WE LIKE IT

• Added vitamin and mineral blend

• No nasty ingredients

WHAT YOU GET

• 25g protein

• 26 vitamins and minerals

• 18 amino acids

• 4g BCAAs