Vital Plant Protein FAQs

Vital Plant Protein is extracted from superior European grown Golden Peas using a patented enzyme process that isolates out an amazing 88% protein content.

Unflavoured (previously named Original): Our unflavoured protein is perfect for using in cooking or wherever you don’t want the flavour of your protein to affect the taste of your meal.

Vanilla: Our most popular flavour, our Vanilla Vital Protein has natural vanilla bean to create a creamy vanilla taste. Great on its own or enjoy in fruit smoothies or cooking to create a vanilla flavor

Chocolate: Our Chocolate Vital Protein contains natural cocoa to create a natural chocolate flavour. Much like our Vanilla, use it on its own or in cooking to create a deep chocolate flavour.

Strawberry: Our newest flavor, Strawberry Vital Protein is perfect for use in smoothies and tastes great mixed with water or milk.

Dissolve or mix two heaped tablespoons in 200mls of water or milk of your choice, yoghurt or blended into a smoothie.   Consume 1-2 times per day depending on how much protein you want in your diet. Or take as directed by your practitioner.

Children: Children from 12 years of age can take half this serve. Children under the age of 12 should seek recommendations from a healthcare professional.

Vital Plant Protein may be taken at any time of the day, either on its own or mixed into smoothies, yoghurt or juice.

Vital Plant Protein is suitable to be taken daily and ongoing.

There are no known issues with taking Vital Plant Protein, please follow the directions on the pack.

If you are under the care of a practitioner for any disease or serious condition, please discuss with them, before starting any Martin & Pleasance product.

No, Vital Plant Protein is a natural pea isolate (a food), however you should inform your healthcare professional of any significant lifestyle or dietary changes if you are taking prescription medications, as it is important that they are aware of everything you take and can assess your individual health needs.

Yes, as Vital Plant Protein is a natural pea protein isolate (a food), with only natural flavours and sweeteners. It is truly a phyto-nutrient providing complete protein as nature intended.

Children from 12 years of age can take half the usual adult serve. (one heaped tablespoon, 1-2 times per day). Children under the age of 12 should seek recommendations from a healthcare professional, so they can assess individual needs.

No, Vital Plant Protein can be used in baking and cooking, without affecting the protein content or quality of the absorption.

Vital Plant Protein helps to support weight loss because it is low GI and low in carbohydrates helping your body to control appetite and cravings. It also has a high satiety, meaning that it helps to make you feel fuller for longer.

No Vital Plant Protein is not hydrolysed. Other proteins may be hydrolysed or broken down to help increase the absorption of the protein. Vital Plant Protein already has a very high digestible rating (98%) which is based the low anti-nutritional factors content, making it therefore very well tolerated and digested. Because the pea protein isolate in Vital Plant Protein is of high purity it contains all the essential amino acids and in significant amounts.

• Vital Plant Protein is dairy/lactose free. Whey Proteins are not.
• Vital Plant Protein is alkalising at pH 7.8 for improved recovery and energy. Whey Proteins are acidic.
• Vital Plant Protein has a comparable amino acid profile including all essential amino acids (see table below)
• Vital Plant Protein is low GI and Low Carb, making it ideal for supporting weight loss
• Vital Plant Protein has an all-natural great taste

# Amino acid content may vary slightly from batch to batch, these figures serve as an example of an average analysis.

Vital Plant Protein contains the highest quality pea isolate grown naturally in Europe and isolated using a patented enzyme process – HACCP certified Natural origin and certified Halal and Kosher.

Yes.

No, there are no genetically modified ingredients in Vital Plant Protein.