Ditch the Dairy, Crush Carbohydrates: How Vegan Protein Powers Your Keto Journey
Protein powder has become increasingly popular as a dietary supplement, and with the rise of veganism, vegan protein powder is now a common option for those looking for plant-based alternatives. For people following a low-carb or keto diet, vegan protein powder can be a convenient and effective way to increase their protein intake while keeping their carbohydrate intake in check. So let us explore the benefits of using vegan protein powder for a low-carb or keto diet.
But before we start on the topic, let us begin with the Basics.
What is Protein?
In simple words: Protein is a macronutrient and the most essential nutrient that is required for the maintenance and building of body tissues and muscles. Now, these are made of small compounds called amino acids. Although there are hundreds of amino acids that exist in nature, we humans use only 22 of them.
Now comes the interesting part, Humans can produce all but nine of these amino acids it needs. These nine are called essential amino acids and these have to come from food. Now all food generally contains a combination of amino acids in various permutations and combinations but if we speak in general terms animal proteins like dairy, meat, and eggs contain all these nine essential amino acids.
For VEGANS there’s a challenge to have all these nine essential amino acids in one food, Only Soybeans (Tofu, Edamame, soya milk) and Quinoa can be termed as complete as these do have all 9 in the same, for the rest a bit of research needs to be done and so a well-balanced diet with a variety of foods can provide sufficient protein for the body’s needs.
Almonds, Chickpea, flaxseeds, walnuts, moong dal, peanuts, beans, etc., are rich in some amino acids but may lack others. So, a combination of two or more may be required for example a combination of Almonds and flaxseed (Flaxseed has all the essential amino acids except Lysine and is quite low, whereas Almond has good quantities of Lysine) or a combination of Almonds and Chickpea and so on.
Precautions before buying Protein Powders:
Read the labels carefully, and Watch out for various codes, and words like Anti-caking agent, INS 551, etc., 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 ).
Hence read the labels especially the ingredients list of the product before buying.
The best thing is if you can source protein through food, Lentils, Nuts and seeds, and vegetables since all have protein. If you want to buy products in ready-to-consume form, Look for Natural protein powders like Sattu, or Natural plant protein brands like Sheer Madness as these do not have any chemical-based or artificial additives, preservatives, emulsifiers, or flavourings.
Now Let us discuss the benefits one by one.
1) Low in Carbohydrates.
One of the most significant benefits of using vegan protein powder on a low-carb or keto diet is that it is low in carbohydrates. Many traditional protein powders, such as whey or casein, are made from animal products and can be high in carbohydrates. Vegan protein powders, on the other hand, are made from plant-based sources such as Almond, Flaxseed, peas, rice, or hemp protein, which are naturally low in carbohydrates.
For people on a low-carb or keto diet, limiting carbohydrate intake is essential for achieving and maintaining ketosis, a metabolic state in which the body uses fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates. Vegan protein powder can help meet protein needs without disrupting ketosis or causing blood sugar spikes.
2) Complete Protein Source.
Another benefit of using vegan protein powder is that it can be a complete protein source. Complete proteins contain all nine essential amino acids that the body cannot produce on its own and must be obtained through the diet. While many plant-based protein sources are incomplete, vegan protein powders are often formulated with a blend of different plant-based sources to provide a complete protein profile and I have explained it at the beginning of the discussion.
For people following a low-carb or keto diet, consuming a complete protein source is especially important because it can help maintain muscle mass and support the body’s repair and recovery processes.
3) Supports Weight Loss.
Vegan protein powder can also support weight loss, which is often a goal for people on a low-carb or keto diet. Protein is a crucial nutrient for weight loss because it helps to increase feelings of fullness, reduce hunger, and support muscle mass.
Vegan protein powder can be a convenient and easy way to increase protein intake without adding excess calories or carbohydrates. Studies have shown that a high-protein diet can increase weight loss and improve body composition.
4) Digestive Benefits.
Many people also report digestive benefits when using vegan protein powder. Plant-based protein sources are often easier to digest than animal-based protein sources, which can be high in fat and difficult to break down.
Vegan protein powder is also typically free from lactose and other common allergens, which can cause digestive distress for some people. For those with digestive issues, vegan protein powder can be a gentle and effective way to increase protein intake without causing discomfort.
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Conclusion:
In conclusion, vegan protein powder can be a beneficial supplement for people on a low-carb or keto diet. It is low in carbohydrates, a complete protein source, supports weight loss, and can provide digestive benefits. When choosing a vegan protein powder, it is important to look for a high-quality product that is made from a blend of different plant-based sources to ensure a complete protein profile.
Now, here are Few Facts before I finish:
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.
Article by Chef Ashutosh Awasthi.
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