Yes, Vegan Protein powders are great for athletes, especially if the Protein is made of a combination of Almonds and Flaxseed, I will explain more about the benefits of the combination in a while; let me first share the results of the research done.
Research findings of vegan protein.
There have been several scientific studies conducted to examine how vegan protein impacts the performance of athletes. Here are some key findings from these studies on the following topics.
1) Muscle strength and endurance.
2) Recovery.
3) Body composition.
4) Cardiovascular health.
Muscle strength and endurance: The study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition in 2015 found that Athletes who consumed a vegan protein supplement had similar improvements in muscle strength and endurance as those who consumed a whey protein supplement. Another study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition found that a vegan protein blend was just as effective as a whey protein blend for improving muscle strength and body composition.
Recovery: The study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition in 2013 found that a vegan protein supplement was just as effective as a whey protein supplement for improving recovery after exercise. The study found that both protein sources were effective at reducing muscle damage and soreness after exercise.
Body composition: The study published in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition was published in 2015, while the study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition published in 2013 found that athletes who consumed a vegan protein supplement had similar improvements in body composition (i.e. fat loss and muscle gain) as those who consumed a whey protein supplement. Another study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition found that a vegan protein blend was just as effective as a whey protein blend for improving body composition in resistance-trained athletes.
Cardiovascular health: The study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition in 2015 found that a vegan protein blend was associated with a reduction in blood pressure in athletes, while a whey protein blend had no effect on blood pressure.
First, let's talk about why protein is so important for athletes. Protein is essential for building and repairing muscle tissue, which is crucial for athletes looking to improve their performance. Athletes also need more protein than the average person, as their muscles are constantly being broken down and rebuilt during training and competition.
Now, let's look at the benefits of vegan protein for athletes. Plant-based protein sources like Almond, Flaxseed, hemp, etc., are high in protein and also contain important nutrients like fibre, vitamins, and minerals. Vegan protein sources are also typically lower in trans fat and cholesterol than animal-based protein sources, in fact, vegan protein has zero trans fat, which can be beneficial for athletes looking to maintain healthy body weight.
Another benefit of vegan protein for athletes is that it can be easier to digest than animal-based protein. Many athletes struggle with digestive issues when consuming large amounts of animal protein, but plant-based protein sources are typically easier on the digestive system.
A combination of two or more food sources is required to complete the amino acid profile in vegan products, hence a person gets micronutrients from more than a single product.
Another potential benefit for runners especially long-distance runners is vegan protein has a bit higher calories, particularly if the source is nuts and seeds, thus providing the athletes with the calories they need for long runs.
So, is vegan protein good for athletes? The answer is yes. It is also important to do your research and make sure you're getting the nutrients you need to fuel your performance, and this is because everyone is an individual, and everyone's needs and requirements are different.
Overall, scientific research suggests that vegan protein can be an effective and healthy choice for athletes looking to improve their performance. Vegan protein sources like Almonds, Flaxseed, and hemp are high in protein and also contain important nutrients like fibre, vitamins, and minerals. Vegan protein sources may also be easier to digest than animal-based protein sources and may have cardiovascular health benefits. However, athletes who follow a vegan diet need to pay close attention to their protein intake and ensure they are getting enough of the essential amino acids they need to support muscle building and repair.
These are the same lines from my book "Great Health Comes from Exercise & Nutrition"
a) Everyone is an individual, so what suits me, may or may not suit the next person.
b) If a person has a medical condition, a doctor's advice and prescribed medication will only help.
c) While buying any protein powder from the market read the labels carefully, and Watch out for various codes, and words like Anti-caking agent, and INS 551( Also known as Silicon dioxide), All these are Laboratory made chemicals, and although approved by regulatory bodies think twice, will you consume a spoon of Silicon dioxide? And Silicon dioxide is just one product, there are numerous others like BHA ( Butylated hydroxyanisole ), BHT ( Butylated hydroxytoluene ) and the list of lab-made chemicals goes on and on with various codes, that we generally ignore.
Hence read the labels especially the ingredients list of the product before buying.
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d) Exercise is the key to fitness, we should always keep in mind that exercise and nutrition are two sides of the same coin and always go hand in hand. So only nutrition will not help you attain any goals till it is not supplemented with Exercise.
e) Excess of anything is wrong, it can be the best nutrient-filled superfood, but one should consume only recommended quantities.
f) Regarding health, fitness, and nutrition, remember that Rome was not built in a day. Your discipline and consistency is the key.
g) It's not only Exercise and protein that builds muscles, there are numerous other factors like a healthy gut, numerous macro and micronutrients, your body type and DNA, the amount of rest the body gets, the lifestyle an individual lives, and on and on it goes. Out of all these, exercise and nutrition are within our control, and one should focus on these two primary aspects.
h) For More benefits related to Vegan Protein Powder, I will request you to read the Post: Muscle Growth to Health, Plant Protein Powders are the future.
i) To clear any doubt related to the topic of "Protein" I would request you to read my post "Protein, Everything you should be aware of."
j) And the most important part: Nothing is better than a balanced meal.
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