Plant-Based Protein Powder for Men & Women, Rich Decadent Chocolate (16 Servings) - Vegan & Organic - 20g of Pea Protein Powder for Smoothies & Shakes - Dairy-Free, & Gluten-Free

Out of all the various plant protein powder mixes I've tried, this one is my favorite. Others might be slightly less expensive per pound, but two main reasons keep me coming back to this product. The first is taste. It doesn't jump up and down on my taste buds and scream "awesome flavor," but it not bad at all. I find the vanilla to be more enjoyable than the chocolate, but I mix them up for variety's sake. What stands out to me is how much smoother this stuff is than the comparable product at Costco. Both are organic, but wow - that Costco stuff tastes quite chalky compared to this. This product blends up pretty smooth. If I'm in the mood for something sweet, I add a bit of stevia powder to the mix. The second reason I keep using this product is the carb and fiber count. Not only does this product have 7 grams of fiber per serving, it has only 9 total carbs. Using the method of subtracting fiber from total carbs, that means I'm consuming only two "net" carbs per serving, which is quite beneficial for when when I'm eating a keto diet. Comparable products have anywhere from 5 to 17 carbs per serving, depending on the brand. If I put on a few pounds, I can lose them pretty quickly eating high fat / low carb, with 20 or fewer carbs per day. The high fiber content also helps keep my cholesterol in check. I strive for a minimum of 30g fiber per day, because it absorbs the bile in the small intestines which keeps the bile from being reabsorbed by the body and turned into cholesterol. By increasing my fiber intake and cutting out all processed food, I was able to significantly lower my cholesterol from 235 to 178 in just three months. By maintaining my fiber intake, my cholesterol has stayed at or near that lower number for two years running. I obviously can't promise everyone that result -- and so that the FDA doesn't harass me, I should say that this statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and that this product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. :-) I first found this product at Wally World, and at the time of this writing, the retail price for a one-time purchase on Amazon is the same as Walmart. But for the past few months I've had this on "subscribe & save," which brings the price down 15%. Only one time did I have a problem with the delivery - someone at Amazon packed it alone in a large box with no air pillows, and all the jostling in transit caused the lid to come partially off. I opened the box to find a lot of powder! A simple email to Amazon solved the problem - they paid for me to ship the opened container back and they sent me a new one lickety split. Also, every once in a while, the tops on these containers don't snug up all the way when you tighten them. Twice in the past year I've had tops that "jump" the threads. It's not a big deal ... it just means you shouldn't carry those particular containers by the lid when putting them back in the pantry! That said, most of them snug up just fine. I believe this product to be a great source of organic plant-based protein. As for making drinks, I use this product daily as part of a power-packed smoothie. By the way, to enhance the nutrients in that smoothie, I almost always add a scoop of Organic Greens plus a scoop of JUCE powder that I get from Costco (can't find it on Amazon - if you find it, let me know).

I think I eat very healthy but wanted to get a little more protein in my diet. After quite a bit of research, I chose this organic protein powder from company Purely Inspired. Per serving, it has 22 grams of plant-based protein (pea and brown rice), only 2 grams of sugar, and no sugar alcohols. It also has a probiotic, as well as a prebiotic (Inulin). It has relatively low sodium, a decent amount of fiber, and claims to have zero cholesterol, although the product contains coconut oil which does have cholesterol. The protein powder came in the mail today. I got the vanilla flavor because I figured it was more versatile than the chocolate. When you first open the jar, you will notice that the powder doesn’t come all the way to the top, maybe about 80% up. I used a long spoon to pull up the enclosed scoop, which was about half way down. After reading other reviews about the taste, I started off with just 1/2 scoop of powder. I added unsweetened almond milk and frozen berries (blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries) and blended it. It did blend nicely, with no clumps of powder. However, it was too thick, so I added water and blended again. When I drank it, I did notice the vanilla flavor, which tasted somewhat artificial. It certainly didn’t have an overwhelming taste, as mentioned in some of the reviews that I read. Next time, I’ll add some honey which I suspect will dampen the vanilla taste. I’ll also test with other sweeteners such as maple syrup (the real Vermont stuff) as well as carob. Because of its plant-based protein and healthy ingredients, I definitely will be purchasing this brand of protein powder again. Update: I recently tried the protein powder in the oatmeal I make every morning. The oatmeal contains frozen berries, raisins, coconut oil, pecans, and unsweetened almond milk. I added the protein powder and a little extra almond milk. It turned out great. I also tried it in pancakes today, again adding the protein powder and a little extra almond milk. Again, it tasted great. In both cases, there was no noticeable funky taste of the vanilla.

Everything in my old review below is accurate but there have been some recent changes that I am not impressed with. I've been ordering this protein powder for nearly a year. I probably go through about 2 containers a month. I just got my newest order in, with it's sleek new clear container and updated packaging. That says it comes with "60% more", however a quick comparison next to the current container I was using, I can see there is now 20g of protein/serving vs the 22g it currently had. It also has 1g LESS fiber and 1g MORE carbs. While these are minor changes, it is disappointing, why are these changes necessary? I checked my amazon account today just to confirm these changes were listed and while the picture is accurate, the description still states 22g of protein which is misleading and false. It is still a very good powder with a good flavor, so I'll most likely continue to order, just not sure why the changes were made? So I am just starting a weight lose journey. A friend of mine suggested adding in some protein to my day. She mentioned doing organic, I came across this item on amazon. It had mixed reviews but most of them are regarding the vanilla. I have been using the decadent chocolate for about 2 weeks, I mix into a smoothie with banana, strawberries and water. It taste DELICIOUS! I really enjoy it, which makes me concerned maybe it's not that healthy for me? IDK lol but I'll take it. If I had one critic, I do get a little taste of powder even after I've blended for a while, I'm not sure if thats due to my cheap blender or it's ability to blend but it's just worth noting nothing to complain about!

to add to my ORGAIN meal replacement powder + ORGAIN "O" POWDER (which I buy to REDUCE EURYTHRITOL grams by half). I buy PI to boost the protein in my mix, and as I stated elsewhere, I use Orgain Strawberry Nutritious Shake as my liquid base: 2 2/3 bottles per 32 oz Camelback thermos. ORGAIN NO LONGER USES EURYTHRITOL due to documented cardiovascular risks, but the back stock at Orgain and at Amazon is so high, consumers will receive the product with 7 grams erythritol, unless they purchase the Orgain "O" alone. I buy all my Orgain and Purely Inspired on subscribe and save. The above mix I use at breakfast (with organic fruit) and after my workout is simply delicious, and though spendy, I could not recommend it more

I read other comments and was wondering if I should purchase the product. However, the price was good and I gave it a try. This is my observation: - Flavor: comparable to other products (Garden of Life, etc). Not too tasty since it’s not very sweet but quite nice chocolate flavor (compared to other chocolate pea protein powders that I have tried). Chalky taste? Not as a few options I tried before. It could be different with other flavors (vanilla, etc but I didn’t try those so I don’t know) - Blending: I just tried to blend it with room temperature water and it’s perfectly easy to blend. Some got stuck on the tip of the spoon but it’s not difficult to use a finger to push it down the glass and stir all to dissolve. The blend looks a bit shiny and we’ll blended. - Value: for 18 servings, each with 22grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber, low carb, this is great value! I tried a few options before and they are very similar but at higher price points. Not $15 for 18 servings!! This is less than $1 per glass of high protein, easy to digest and won’t clog your stomach. - Vegan friendly: okay mine only says could processed in facility with eggs and coconuts. I know it’s not ideal for vegan (I’m not a vegan). Quality could be issue as some people complained their product labels show processed in facility with milk, etc - Design: this product looks totally similar to quite a few other products so I have no comments about their brand distinction in terms of standing on the shelves at all. All have green cap, white plastic box, label with lots of veggies, letter fonts, etc - Shipping: 2 days, packed well Should I buy it again? Yes, as I got decent value from the protein drink: economical price, high protein, easy to digest, good flavor.

Edited to update: This particular product went from a 5 star to a 1 star from me simply because of the fact that they changed the ingredients. Just be aware that they have changed the product from what it used to be to include some type of manufactured probiotic stuff now & the fact that the nutritional label is completely different due to the change in other ingredients evidently. I didn't even open the product to try it when I found out they included the probiotic & everything else had changed so I can't say whether any of this affected the taste or texture at all. Just wanted to give a heads up that it has changed in recent months to different ingredients affecting the nutrition label numbers. Previous review: I've used this protein powder for months in my husband's overnight oats but I recently started using it myself as a protein powder for protein shakes. I've never been a protein shake person so when I say that it has a pleasant taste, it's not because I'm just used to drinking gross protein shakes in general. LOL It's really not bad just itself with some almond or coconut milk. It's even palatable mixed with water but not my favorite way to drink it. I like the fact that it is organic, vegan, & only 1 gram of added sugar. So many out there have such sketchy ingredients as well as a ton of added sugars. I'd rather have the option to add my own sugary items like berries or milks than to have it in my protein powder without a choice. As I said, I'm not a protein powder connoisseur but I can say that I really like this brand for the taste & the ingredients & I will continue to buy it as long as they offer it!

Two very different products. First time I ordered, the product was in a clear container that said "New Look! Even Better Flavor!". Could easily be stirred into water, plant milks, or coffee. Absolutely DIVINE flavor! Tasted like ice cream. By far the BEST protein product I have ever had. Could easily drink it everyday or even a couple times a day. Next time I ordered, it came in a white container (presumably the old formula). Didn't blend as well--not the biggest deal. However, it tasted very off and artificial along with lacking any creamy texture. Struggled to get through the container and ended up giving some of it away. I have ordered the product several times and you never know which one you're going to get. If you get the clear container, you're in for a treat! If you get the white container, keep your expectations low. It's a gamble which one you're going to get. I'd like for this to be my protein supplement, but there's no way of knowing if it will be the one I LOVE or the one I can tolerate.

A month ago, I started on a diet which aimed to get rid of my moodswings by cutting down on my sugar consumption. I thought I'd be gritting my teeth through it, but to my surprise it was pretty easy, and it's working! (The diet, BTW, is in the book "Potatoes Not Prozac," which I highly recommend for people like me.) The diet required me to eat a solid amount of protein with a solid amount of whole-grain carbs, in order to keep my blood sugar stable. I didn't want to eat eggs or cottage cheese every single morning for the protein, so I bought this protein powder. The first day I tried it, I thought I'd have to "put up" with the slight sweet aftertaste. But after a few more days, I didn't even notice it, and now I crave it the moment I wake up. It tastes great, it's filled with wonderful stuff, and my body takes it in with a contented aahhh, rather than the sugar zoom I used to feel with my first-thing-in-the-morning orange juice. (And no, I never wanted to eat an orange instead of drinking it.) Now I don't even miss the orange juice because this powder gives me enough of a sweet taste to satisfy me. A 10-ounce serving contains only 2 grams of sugar. (In case you didn't know, 4 grams of sugar = 1 teaspoon.) There's also some stevia in it, but the sugar seems to have taken away stevia's notorious bitter aftertaste. I continue eating solid protein with solid whole grain carbs for my other two meals, and my sugar craving has diminished incredibly. I'm no longer addicted to sugar, and my mood has mellowed out throughout each day. I tried a similar protein powder with even higher reviewer ratings than this one, which has no sugar at all; it uses a sugar alcohol. But it didn't taste nearly as good to me. So I'm happily sticking with this one.