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Looking for a science-backed “vegan whey protein”? This is the ultimate plant protein choice for serious athletes - our pure rice protein has been put to the test by professional MMA and collegiate athletes, scientifically proving its muscle-building power rivals that of whey. Rice protein was shown to maintain muscle in elite MMA athletes equivalent to the same amount of whey protein. The study is published in EC Nutrition journal. Shoutout to UFC fighter @andresoukmma for putting our chocolate-flavored rice protein to the test during training camp a few years ago. ... #mma #ufc #ricevswhey #veganprotein #veganproteinpowder #riceprotein #riceproteinpowder #buildmuscle #maintainmuscle

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Let’s talk about #jumptraining AKA #plyometric exercises. Whether you are 25 or 65, jump training can help you leap 😆 toward a healthier, stronger YOU. @Erikbustillo the fitness dietitian, shows us the top 3 jumps to incorporate into a workout routine with advanced modifications if you’re looking for a fun challenge👊. He also tells us about some of the benefits of jumping from a personal and scientific point of view, including #bonehealth. While #plyometrictraining may seem like a daunting or unnecessary exercise especially as we age, the benefits may help convince you otherwise: Jump training can help #athletes or #exerciseenthusiasts with power, strength, balance and agility💪. As we age, it can help improve your stability and thus reduce your risk of falling and injuries. This can help make everyday activities easier and help you maintain your independence for longer. Tell us: have you tried jump training yet? What do you like (or not like) about it? 👉SAVE this for future reference or tag your workout buddy. Follow @growingnaturalsprotein for more #fitnesstips and protein recipes #plantbased 🌱 ... #fitnessjourney #fitnessmotivation #legday #strengthtraining #plyometrics #fridayfitness #fitnessfriday #homeworkout

Ready to level up your fitness game? If you've been doing the SAME exercises for a long time and no longer seeing changes, or are stuck in a rut and/or lacking motivation, it might be time to raise the bar! Making your fitness routine more challenging is essential for continued progress and overall health. By incorporating these 3 fitness hacks, you can stay motivated while pushing your body to new limits. This will ultimately improve your strength and endurance, and get you seeing better results. Not only will you be in better physical health but it can also boost your mental strength and resilience. Tell us: If you’ve ever been in a rut, what worked for you? 👉SAVE this for future reference or tag your workout buddy. Follow @growingnaturalsprotein for more fitness tips and protein recipes #plantbased 🌱😋 ... #fitnessfriday #fridayfitness #fitnesstips #fitnessmotivation #levelupyourfitness #nextlevelfitness #liftheavy #fuelyourbody #fuelyourbodyright #growingnaturals #plantprotein #riceprotein #peaprotein #proteinsmoothie #postworkoutshake

Take the worry out of fueling your body with our simple PURE plant protein powders. They have the fewest ingredients and are perfect for clean or vegan lifestyles, or for anyone with sensitive stomachs or food allergies. Premium chocolate rice protein contains only 🤚🏽 ingredients that are all plant-based, free from top 9 allergens and non-GMO. ... #chocolateproteinpowder #riceprotein #cleanprotein #veganprotein #plantbased #plantprotein #allergenfriendly

Smoothie-licious Summer Flash Sale! Now, for a limited time and only in our IG store, get 15% OFF 1 lb canisters of our best selling Vanilla Blast Pea Protein Powder. Chocolate and Original flavors too! ✔️ low FODMAP ✔️ allergen-friendly ✔️ vegan protein ✔️ non-GMO ✔️ nothing artificial ✔️ gluten, dairy, and soy free ✔️ 100% digestible ✔️ great for baking (natural vegan egg replacer) ✔️ smoothie-licious … #proteinpowder #flashsale #veganprotein #plantbased #peaprotein #peaproteinpowder #plantprotein

Boy, was it tasty fun developing this new recipe! Lemon Protein Donuts! Because who doesn't love the bright zing of citrusy lemon? 🍋🍋 This healthier donut version is baked and made without eggs! Don't worry, they're still incredibly fluffy and contain added plant protein for a filling and guilt-less summertime treat! ... https://bit.ly/GN-protein-recipes-lemon-donuts ... #nationallemonmonth #pronuts #proteintreats #proteindonuts #lemon #plantbased #veganrecipes

What do you do when you're itching to workout but have an injury?. 💪🏋️‍♀️ @Erikbustillo, the Fitness Dietitian, lays out tips and best practices from a fitness expert's perspective. Depending on the severity, don't let an injury discourage you from staying active. Instead, modify your workout routine to accommodate your injury. There are alternate ways to keep your body moving while giving it the time it needs to heal. ... #InjuryRecovery #ListenToYourBody #TakeCareOfYourself #selfcare #fitnessfriday #fridayfitness #fitnesstips

Sip on, plant protein friends! The truth is you don’t need to combine complementary plant proteins in a single meal in order for your body to be able to use them. That’s outdated knowledge. Whether you’re a vegan or not, your body will combine all the amino acids consumed within a 24-hour period and complete the “incomplete” ones as long as 1) a variety of complementary proteins are consumed and 2) enough total protein is consumed. Grains and beans are the most common complementary vegan protein sources, though we can’t forget about nuts and seeds. But if you’re an omnivore, the amino acids from dairy or animal-based proteins will help to complete those from plant proteins. SO, unless your protein sources are very limited or if you are only eating very small volumes of food/protein, don’t stress about combining your plant proteins in a meal. Your body is smarter than you think! ... #protein101 #proteinfacts #plantproteinfacts #aminoacids

Running Part 2 - Benefits and Tips
Fitness dietitian, Erik Bustillo, talks about the benefits of running and shares some tips to getting your running (or walking) program started. Give it a try - you may be a runner at heart...pun intended. 🙂❤ ... Are you already a runner? If so, what do you like most about running? ... #running #jogging #walking #cardiovascularhealth #fitnessfriday #fridayfitness #fitnesstips #bloodsugarcontrol #burncalories #healthylifestyle #plantbasedlifestyle #plantprotein #growingnaturals

Feeling the Monday blues? 🥱 Let’s kickstart your day with a run! 🏃‍♀️ Here’s a quick 20-minute running workout by our fitness expert @erikbustillo Not a runner? Try walking for 10-20 minutes instead. There are so many incredible benefits to this type of cardio workout and one of the most important is HEART HEALTH❤️ And you don’t need to run every day or be a cardio junkie to get the benefits. Running can be complementary to any fitness or weightlifting routine. Tell us, do you like running or not? 👉SAVE this for future reference or tag your workout buddy ... Follow GN Plant Protein Challenge for more fitness tips and delicious plant-based protein recipes to energize your day! ... #running #jogging #walking #fitnessmotivation #mondaymotivation #fitnesstips #workout #20minuteworkout #growingnaturals #plantprotein

By plant proteins we mean both whole food and protein powder sources. It’s outdated knowledge that plant proteins can’t build muscle or any tissue for that matter. Even if you aren’t vegan, the protein in your PBJ counts just as much as the protein in your meat. Why? Because proteins from different sources help “complete” each other. Keep reading 👇 You CAN meet your daily protein goal and build muscle with plant-based proteins alone. You just need to make sure you are number ☝️ eating a range of complementary proteins and ✌️ eating ENOUGH total protein each day. Grains and legumes are the most common complementary plant proteins because the combination of their amino acids yields a complete protein. In other words, the essential amino acids in legumes help to complete the amino acids in grains and vice versa. Specifically, legumes are typically high in lysine and low in methionine/cystine, whereas grains are high in methionine/cystine and low in lysine. If you’re a flexitarian or omnivore, combining plants and animal proteins works similarly. The amino acids in eggs or cheese can help the amino acids in brown rice become complete so that your body can use them to build tissue. So, there ya have it! #protein101 Tag a friend who needs to know 🤓 Follow @growingnaturals for protein facts, recipes, nutrition tips, protein powder sales events, and more! ... #protein #proteinfacts #plantprotein #plantproteinfacts #aminoacids #veganprotein #riceprotein #peaprotein

Is it better to eat before or after a workout?
Our dynamic duo of dietitians offers up some answers to the question of whether it's best to eat before or after a workout, and what to take into consideration when making that choice. 💪🏋️‍♀️⛹️‍♀️ … #fuelyourbody #postworkoutmeal #proteinshake #fitnessfriday #fridayfitness #nutritiontips #growingnaturals #plantprotein #preworkout #postworkoutrecovery

Inspired by the flavors of Starbucks’ Spicy Strawberry Refresher, this smoothie version doubles as a frozen mocktail that’s both refreshing and healthy. All that deliciousness and 17g of protein too! 🍓🍓 ... Recipe new on the blog at https://bit.ly/GN-strawberry-smoothie-mocktail … #nationalstrawberrymonth #mocktail #proteinsmoothie #strawberrysmoothie #starbuckscopycat #smoothierecipes

Pure protein powder or a protein blend? Here’s what our in-house dietitian @rdscarfull has to say: Pure protein powders like GN rice & pea proteins contain a single source of protein. Protein blends contain multiple types of proteins. The benefit of choosing a blend is that it’s an easy & convenient way to get a full range of essential amino acids. There might also be benefit to the variety of absorption rates for each protein when used post-workout. However, blends aren’t always better. Here are 7 reasons to choose a single-source protein powder like rice OR pea protein: FOOD ALLERGIES AND INTOLERANCES - Proteins are what typically trigger food allergies, so having isolated sources of protein makes it easier to find something you can use. OTHER MEDICAL REASONS – For chronic kidney disease (stage 1-3) for example, you’d need dietary protein that was low in minerals. Generally, most dairy proteins are not favorable for kidney disease due to being high in those key minerals. Some but not all plant proteins would be preferred such as rice protein since it happens to be low in those minerals. DIETARY PREFERENCES - Following a paleo diet? Depending on which version you were following, some call for grain-free foods. In this case, pea protein would be a viable option rather than rice protein (although it technically isn’t the whole grain anymore). TASTE AND FLAVOR – Each protein has a unique taste of its own. Based on personal preferences you may prefer the taste of pea protein over rice protein or vice versa. MOUTHFEEL - Much like having their own taste, each protein also has its own mouthfeel. Dairy proteins are known for being smooth on the mouth. Similarly, pea protein is smooth and almost creamy-feeling on the mouth. On the other hand, being grain-based, rice protein has a slightly gritty texture. PROTEIN FUNCTIONS - Proteins have specific functions in food preparation (e.g. baking) based on their unique, three-dimensional, chemical structur

Your day can be exhausting - you need your rest! If you have trouble relaxing and falling asleep, whether it’s from stress, workload, or mom life, PM Restore is here to help! Say goodbye to sleepless nights and hello to a guilt-free chocolatey treat that helps you to relax and fall asleep while also nourishing your body for a better tomorrow. In one easy-to-prep scoop, we’ve stacked: ✅ 15g of complete plant protein (for a filling yet guilt-free nighttime treat) ✅ 5g fiber (crushes your hunger, sustains your blood sugar and keeps your gut happy) ✅ All-Natural Stress & Sleep Blend (made with Chamomile, Lemon Balm, L-Theanine, Melatonin and more!) Plus, it contains: ✅ zero artificial ingredients ✅ only 4g added sugars You can make PM hot☕ or cold 🧊. Just mix up 1 scoop with your favorite plant milk. It’s a healthier alternative to wine or alcohol. Plus, you won’t be groggy in the morning (and no hangover!) Ready to take back your nights and awaken refreshed? Grab a glass, and WINE 🍷 down with Growing Naturals PM Restore. 🚨On limited-time SALE for only $16.99 on Amazon! Click here to order yours. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073Q44S7B?maas=maas_adg_5EFC4D417489F1371F314704025E9D7F_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas ... #getyourrest #sleepwell #relaxandunwind #plantbased #plantproteinmonth #getyourzzz #oneanddone #supershake

Tone and strengthen your upper body in no time with this effective 20-minute workout 💪 by @erikbustillo If you don’t have dumbbells, no worries. You can also use household items like cans or gallon jugs of water. Here is the workout 👇 🔶 4 rounds of each exercise for one minute 🔶 As many reps as possible in each minute 🔶 1 minute of rest between each round 1. Shoulder Press - do them sitting for an easier modification or standing for a challenge. 2. Bent Over Row - use a bench for an easier modification or do freestanding rows for a challenge 3. Push-ups - use a wall for beginners; knees to the floor or arms on a bench for a moderate modification; or regular push-ups for a challenge. 4. Sit-ups - do butterfly legs for a harder challenge and regular crunches for an easier modification. 👉 SAVE this reel for future reference or share it with your workout, buddy! … #upperbodyworkout #fitness #fitnessfriday #fridayfitness #homeworkout #exercises

5 Simple Animal to Plant Protein Swaps This Earth Day consider these yummy and nutritious plant-based alternatives that are good for you and the planet. 🌱 🌎 😋 Follow us for plant protein that makes a difference! #info #recipes #deals #inspiration #nutritiontips #fitnesstips … #earthday #meatlessmonday #plantbased #veganoptions #plantprotein #plantproteinmonth #growingnaturals #sustainableliving

If Starbucks and Arnold had a baby, AM Energy would be it 😎. We’ve taken the protein coffee trend to the NEXT LEVEL to make your mornings, afternoons (and adulting) a breeze. Keep reading! 👇 It’s your favorite cup of morning joe ☕️ with a turbo-charged nutritional BOOST to give you sustained energy ⚡️ WITHOUT the jitters or crash. We’ve stacked it with: ✅ 18g of complete plant protein 💪 (no grit or cardboard taste here) ✅ 6g fiber (crushes your hunger, sustains your energy 🔌 and keeps your gut happy) ✅ 19 Vitamins & Minerals (including energizing B vitamins) ✅ 500mg MCTs (medium-chain triglycerides for quick energy) Plus, it’s got.., ✅ zero artificial ingredients ✅ only 4g added sugars … all in a craveable scoop which is super easy to prepare hot ☕️ or cold 🧊. Just mix up 1 scoop with your favorite plant milk. Use it to fuel your mornings as a healthy on-the-go breakfast or as a quick pick-me-up to get you through the afternoon slump 🥱. Bye-bye fatigue, hello maximized workday! … Get your AM ENERGY today at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B073Q48Y6D?maas=maas_adg_172C1F47FD5B029A893BDDEE71BC1BE9_afap_abs&ref_=aa_maas&tag=maas ... #caseofthemondays #morningroutine #morningsmoothie #protein #proteincoffee #growingnaturals #morningcoffee #proteinshake #veganprotein