Supplements
This product scores well on effectiveness (75) due to moderate-strong evidence from RCTs and meta-analyses showing pea/rice blends (20-25g/serving) promote muscle gains comparable to whey when leucine-matched, e.g., PubMed 29722584 (soy/whey no difference in strength), Examine study dbMb59 (plant improves performance but less than animal), and PubMed 39982647 (plant supports mass/strength). Safety docked to 70 for heavy metal risks in plants (Consumer Reports: avg 9x lead vs whey), digestive com
A decent vegan protein for muscle support with moderate evidence, but opt for third-party tested brands to minimize heavy metal risks. Suitable for plant-based diets if dosed properly post-workout. Inferior to whey for optimal gains/value.