If your dietary regimen relies on consuming quality protein every day, you can’t always rely on the protein options offered on airplanes or at airport terminals. While the thought of bringing protein powder on a plane might seem like a hard pass for obvious reasons, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has clear guidelines for passengers who wish to carry protein powder in checked luggage and carry-on bags, along with how much is too much.
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My first horchata. It had a creamy and refreshing flavor that wasn’t overly sweet but had just enough indulgence to taste like a guilt-free dessert beverage. Ever since I’ve been a sucker for all things horchata. So when I learned that horchata protein powder was a thing, I was inspired to try as many of them as I could.
Protein powders classified as food items and not supplements are generally eligible. Understanding the fine line between what’s considered a nourishing food and an enhancing supplement is vital, as SNAP benefits won’t cover the latter. The key lies in reading labels carefully. If a protein powder has a “Nutrition Facts” label, it’s considered a food item by SNAP standards and you can buy the protein powder with an EBT card in an eligible store.
One of the biggest reasons people utilize meal replacement powder is to help them lose weight. While some products may be branded as weight loss meal replacements, they may contain added ingredients that do the opposite–stimulate appetite and ignite your sweet tooth cravings. To help you make an informed decision, here are some of the qualities that make for an effective meal replacement powder for weight loss.
Is Orgain protein powder good? That is, is it good for you and good tasting? Let’s explore the pros and cons of one of the most widely known protein powder brands on the market. Orgain started with a simple line of organic, plant-based protein powders. Today, the brand makes a variety of products, including grass-fed …
Vegan protein shakes are a convenient way to consume quality, plant-based protein rich in nutrients. But just because a protein shake is vegan or contains zero sugar doesn’t mean it’s healthy. Having researched this topic extensively, here I share what I’ve found to be the best vegan protein shakes that stand out as the healthiest options. But first, let’s define some criteria on what makes them ‘healthy.’
The liver is a workhorse when it comes to processing what we put into our bodies, including protein powder. But can this dietary supplement be too much of a good thing for your liver? Here’s the scoop on how protein powders could impact this vital organ.
More and more people are paying attention to inflammation. The everyday foods and supplements we consume can either promote or reduce inflammation. So, where does protein powder stand on the spectrum of being anti-inflammatory or inflammatory? The short answer is that it depends on the product and what it’s made with.
Not only are the ingredients you use crucial to shaping the thickness of your protein shake, but even the sequence you blend them can play a role. To make your protein shake thicker, here are some tips and tricks that I’ve found to work quite well, even if you need to go back to the kitchen and add more to it.
Beyond helping build and repair muscle, a diet high in protein can have a hormone-regulating effect that encourages increased satiety (feeling full), which in turn helps to reduce food intake. This has spurred quite an interest in protein powder as a potential weight-loss tool. However, along with this trend is a call to action to choose quality protein powders and use them mindfully.