Dr. Fuhrman took a long time to put out a protein powder, probably because a whole-food, nutrient-rich diet is naturally rich in protein, to begin with. That said, if you are physically active, athletic, and working out, want to enhance your smoothies, and supplement your food consumption in a genuinely healthy way, Pro Boost is for you.
Plant protein and superfoods Pro-Boost organic superfood powder provides a conservative amount of plant protein plus superfoods for those who require extra protein. This powder
supplement adds a tasty vanilla flavor to smoothies, and can also be added to food.
In addition to 10 grams of plant protein (a blend of pea, hemp, and pumpkin protein), Pro-Boost provides the omega-3 fatty acid ALA from flax and chia seeds and a blend of vegetables and fruits including organic apple, organic cruciferous greens, organic tomato, and organic berries.
Here’s a link to the Pro Boost Product Fact Sheet.
Here are some of the amazing facts behind Pro Boost
- Organic, vegan, non-GMO, no gluten-containing ingredients
- Each serving supplies a conservative dose (10 grams) of balanced plant protein
- A blend of pea, hemp, and pumpkin protein
- Flax and chia provide omega-3 ALA
- A blend of ten organic mushroom powders provides immune-boosting phytochemicals (this is huge)
- Additional superfoods include broccoli, kale, strawberry, and tomato
- Organic vanilla flavor
Who might require extra protein?
For most people, getting adequate protein from whole plant foods is not a concern. However, others, such as serious competitive athletes and older adults may require a bit extra on a vegan diet. Research suggests that adults over the age of 70-75 require more protein than younger people to maintain muscle mass, as the muscle-building response to dietary protein becomes less efficient with age. Plus, the body produces less growth hormone with age, which leads to lower IGF-1 (insulin-like growth factor 1) levels.
Both excessively high IGF-1 and excessively low IGF-1 levels are problematic: high IGF-1 is associated with an increase in cancer risk. IGF-1 levels that are too low in
the elderly are linked to loss of bone and muscle mass and compromised brain function.
Serious athletes may have difficulty eating enough beans, whole grains, nuts, and seeds to meet their protein and calorie needs. Insufficient protein intake can hamper muscle recovery after exercise, which relies on dietary amino acids as raw material. Pro-Boost can help athletes meet their protein needs without the risks associated with animal protein.
Plant protein vs. animal protein
Animal protein intake is the major dietary determinant of circulating IGF-1 levels, due to the essential amino acid profile of animal protein; plant protein does not stimulate IGF-1 production with the same strength as animal protein. IGF-1 is important for normal growth early in life, but later in life elevated IGF-1 is linked to aging and cancer. IGF-1 promotes the proliferation of cancer cells in vitro and elevated IGF-1 levels are linked to increased risk of several cancers.
In studies that have compared animal and plant protein intake, higher plant protein intake and lower animal protein intake is linked to a reduced risk of obesity, diabetes, and death from
cardiovascular disease and cancer.
Pro Boost is a blend of pea, hemp, and pumpkin proteins
Pro-Boost contains a blend of pea, hemp, and pumpkin proteins, providing 10 grams of protein per serving, a more conservative dose than many other plant protein powders.
Pro-Boost also excludes soy protein. Of all plant proteins, the essential amino acid profile of soy protein is closest to animal protein, suggesting that concentrated soy protein could elevate IGF-1 too much. It has been demonstrated in humans that adding isolated soy protein to the diet increases IGF-1 levels. Isolated soy protein is a concentrated form of soy protein found in protein powders and some meat substitutes.
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