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3/28/2013

Egg White Protein Powder - All Natural - Safe - Low Cost - 10 Pounds Review

Egg White Protein Powder - All Natural - Safe - Low Cost - 10 Pounds
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I buy mine directly from the company. 10 lb. box is currently around 66 or 68 bucks plus 12 for shipping. The egg white protein has a really nice flavor without the addition of any toxic crap like aspertame that you'd find in many whey products. It's super cheap and tastes awesome. I'll use a 10 pounder every 2-3 months for the rest of my life as long as they don't go jacking the price too high. One scoop + frozen bananas + milk in the blender has been a twice a day ritual with me for 2 years now.

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3/23/2013

Nutiva Organic HempShake, Chocolate, Superfood Drink Mix, 16-Ounce Canisters (Pack of 2) Review

Nutiva Organic HempShake, Chocolate, Superfood Drink Mix, 16-Ounce Canisters (Pack of 2)
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I've tried all kinds of hemp powders and this is my favorite. Hemp is a super source of EFA's and the protein is a highly available type due to the amount of different amino acids. It is good for those with animal milk allergies or who are concerned about cruelty to farm animals. And it is also good for those of us who need to avoid the estrogenic properties of ingesting too many soy products.
Great, so it's healthy, but how does it taste? Well, this hempshake is amazing -- the taste is really great. I particularly like the chocolate. And I'm impressed that although it tastes a 1000 times better than plain hemp powder, it only contains 80 calories and 7 grams of sugar.
As for digestibility, they do add inulin, which is good for the gut, and I don't have any problem with it. However, the high amount of fiber might present a problem for those coming straight from a SAD (standard American diet), so you might want to begin slow with a small drink and work up to the full dose.
In fact, I'm drinking a Nutiva Hempshake smoothie right now for my breakfast. It contains hempmilk (natch), choco hempshake, cayenne, cinnamon, and frozen berries. It is awesome.

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1/23/2013

GNC AMPLIFIED WHEYBOLIC EXTREME 60 PROTEIN - CHOCOLATE,NET WT 1.22 LB(19.5oz)553g Review

GNC AMPLIFIED WHEYBOLIC EXTREME 60 PROTEIN - CHOCOLATE,NET WT 1.22 LB(19.5oz)553g
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I've been using Amplified Wheybolic for a while now, and although I buy it elsewhere in large containers, the price here on amazon isn't terrible.
As far as protein powders go it's great, look it up online for a complete nutrition profile if you'd like, but everything is there. It's made from whey, so it's very high quality, and you don't have to worry about it giving you gastrointestinal issues. I've tried the Vanilla, Cookies and Creme and the Chocolate, and I recommend the chocolate hands down. The other flavours were decent, but mixed in a tall glass of cold milk the Chocolate is great. I've had no cramps or issues, and I've seen moderate gains in both strength in size since I've started supplementing with this.
As far as the directions, I actually talked to the guy in GNC and he didn't recommend three scoops. He said that two would be plenty, and from my experience and the experience of others two has been great.
Overall, great product. Tastes good, no problems, solid nutrition.

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1/18/2013

Optimum Nutrition Superior Amino 2222 Review

Optimum Nutrition Superior Amino 2222
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OK, I did something really stupid. I actually bought these. The make up of the tabs is complete and fine, they are just HUUUGE! I take alot of different supplements and have no problem chugging down pills. THESE HURT! That's how big they are. For a brief moment I thought to myself as it lodged itself in my throat "OMG, I'm an idiot and am going to choke to death". I reared back and swallowed hard and it went down a little bit. I ate an sandwich and can still feel this thing at the base of my throat.

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1/09/2013

Solgar - Whey To Go - Mixed Berry, 16 oz powder Review

Solgar - Whey To Go - Mixed Berry, 16 oz powder
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I used to drink muscle milk after working out and myoplex shakes. I am a vegetarian so other than eggs and peanuts I dont get much protein otherwise.
After reading a consumer report article on both Muscle Milk and EAS Myoplex containing way more Heavy Metals than allowable by the FDA (Arsenic, Cadmium, and Lead) I returned my remaining Muscle Milks and Myoplex to Costco for a full refund. (Costco has since discontinued selling Muscle Milk).
According to Consumer Reports Solgar Whey to go has the least amount of heavy metals (virtually undetectable amounts) which appeals to me. (not a huge fan of lead in my drinks)
I got the 32 vanilla bean from amazon and it tastes way better than the Myoplex chalk anyway so im stoked. Win, Win.

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12/26/2012

Designs For Health - PaleoMeal Vanilla Powder 900gm Review

Designs For Health - PaleoMeal Vanilla Powder 900gm
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Very high quality and high bioavailability protein powder.
The flavour is very unassuming, certainly not too sweet.
Mixes well with fruit and soy/almond/milk or juice, but not that great on its own.
Great nutrition profile, but not so good for post-op patients as the protein is not so impressive (17g) per scoop and it really needs to be blended with something more flavourful.
The company makes very high quality products, so while this is definitely one of the more expensive protein powders out there, its probably one of the most nutritious and high quality.

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12/21/2012

Nutiva Organic Hemp Protein Powder + Fiber, 16-Ounce Jars (Pack of 2) Review

Nutiva Organic Hemp Protein Powder + Fiber, 16-Ounce Jars (Pack of 2)
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the fiber content of this "powder" is amazing but the the taste and texture are almost unbearable. while hemp is not going to taste as good (by good taste-i mean an absence of taste) as soy or whey, it should at least be better than this.
my gripes:
texture- this product should not be called a powder at all. it's more like the contents of a tea bag. the product should be more finely ground.
taste- this hemp has a stronger taste than other brands i have tried. i haven't found anything that really goes well with the "earthy" taste.
the good news:
fiber-i believe one serving provides 54% of the DV. that's 2-4 times as much as other hemp powders. this is why i gave this product 2 stars instead of one.
the good news about all hemp:
it's not highly processed like whey, soy, rice or other protein powders.

it's organic. most hemp powders are organic because hemp is naturally resistant to pests. ever wonder why you never see organic soy protein? hexane. this is the chemical (similar to gasoline) that must be used to isolate the protein from the bean.
it's raw. yay!
other brands:
i have tried nutiva, ruth's and living harvest. i currently use and recommend living harvest. it has the best consistency and taste. ruth's contains slightly more vitamins than living harvest but has a slightly stronger taste. nutiva is by far the worst with the strongest taste, grainiest texture and least vitamins.
i find that the best recipe for a hemp smoothie is just a frozen ripe banana (use one with lot's of brown freckles-it may be a little gooey going into the freezer but as with banana bread, those bananas have the best taste), 2-3 drops of vanilla extract, some soy or almond milk and a scoop of hemp. hemp doesn't really seem to agree with berries or non-creamy fruits.
bottom line-unless fiber is your #1 concern, go with another brand.

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11/05/2012

EAS AdvantEdge 100% Whey Protein Review

EAS AdvantEdge 100% Whey Protein
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It would be easy to say that this Protein shake doesn't taste good, but compared to what? So far in my 10 years of trying proteins and shakes, I can tell you that the best tasting 2 have been Muscle Milk and EAS Whey Protein. But Muscle Milk isn't a Protein Shake - its a Meal Replacement Shake and it contains a lot sugars which adds a lot of taste. In protein powders I have tried Cytosport's Evopro, that GNC protein stuff, Optimum Nutrition's Protein, and Isopro's Protein. So far - EAS Whey Protein is the best tasting chocolate shake even when it has only 1 gram of sugar and 3 grams of carbs per serving. EAS When Protein is also the easiest to mix and to clean off your cup. In fact you can just leave your cup sit in water for 10 minutes and all the left over will dissolve to the bottom of your cup.

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11/01/2012

Designs for Health - Paleocleanse 756 Gms Review

Designs for Health - Paleocleanse 756 Gms
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This was recommended to me by my personal trainer and nutritionist. It was meant to aid me in my quest for weight loss through exercise. I have NEVER done a cleanse before, so this was a first for me. Originally, i was scheduled to do the detox for 2 weeks along with the Paleo Meal (Protein shake). The first few days were a hard transition, because of the VERY strict food limitations recommended by this brand (no gluten products, starches, red meats, cheeses, juices, decaf or reg. coffee, etc) but i got the hang of it. I stayed on the cleanse for 3 whole weeks instead of my planned 2 because of the amazing results. My body felt unbelievable! I lost a few pounds with this product but the feeling was priceless. I would highly recommend this if you will be committed to a very strict food program and can afford this.

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10/16/2012

Whole Food Smoothie Infusion by Vega - 16 oz Review

Whole Food Smoothie Infusion by Vega - 16 oz
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I'm a big fan of the Spiru-Tein (Spirutein) Shake - Cappuccino - 2.2 Lb. - Powder, but I'd has less luck finding something that could mix into a fruit smoothie (Spirutein's fruit flavors are sickeningly sweet & its vanilla is just OK). I tried the vegetable protein powder that's a house brand from a big chain of vitamin shops, but that was so vile I had to get rid of it. So this mix is a happy discovery.
I can't attest to what it tastes like mixed with just water or milk. But it tastes AOK in my thick smoothies, which I usually make with 4-ish oz of orange juice, half an avocado, a banana, a cup or more of spinach or collards (frozen makes it super easy), 3/4-ish cup of frozen blueberries and a few frozen strawberries (and a fresh peach if it's in season), sometimes a bit of fresh ginger, and then enough water to fill the blender.
It sounds like a peculiar mix, but it tastes quite good. I only use one scoop of the infusion. Never tried 2 but I think it'd be too much (and too expensive a habit, as I drink these almost every morning). I tried throwing half a green pepper into the mix today. Do not try this. Not good.
I also tried a sample pack of the Vega Complete Whole Food Health Optimizer, Vanilla Chai Flavor, 34.9 oz & didn't care much for it. I'm sold on this smoothie infusion. It's expensive, but it's so hard to find something vegetable-based and without artificial sweeteners. So this is worth it to me.

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9/30/2012

Optimum Nutrition 100% Any Whey Instantized Whey Protein Review

Optimum Nutrition 100% Any Whey Instantized Whey Protein
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This is the protein for me, I'm sold. It's better than its own advertisements. Yes it really is absolutely tasteless (it does have a very pleasant but mild aroma - kinda reminds me of strawberries, but I only notice it when I first open up the jar), so you can add it to anything with a stronger taste than water and not know the difference. Yes it really is "instantized" unless you start trying to mix it at a thicker than recomended rate. I've taken it staight with nothin but water or milk, in hot and cold chocolate, in cereal, in oatmeal, in my O.J., I've toyed with putting it into my scrambled egss but what would be the point? Anyways, I've thrown together my own little protein drinks a half a dozen different ways already and I haven't scratched the surface. But wait there's more! Optimum makes no claims about this whey's other fantastic properties and I can't for the life of me figure out why.
I emailed them and they responded the same day to say that the stuff is virtually ("90%-98%") lactose free, which is a big relief since I have allot of lactose intollerance in the family.
The stuff is made in the USA. 17 grams of protein per serving, there's 60 servings in a jar. That's 1020 grams of the absolute best protein on earth. Amazon's price: $21 per jar. That's what? two cents per gram of protein/ 35 cents per serving?!? Somebody check my math, I'm not sure if that could possibly be right. Compare that to other protein blends- I need to do more checking but I'd bet that's a comparable $/gram of protein to even the cheapest of the multitudes of new and improved snake oil enriched super fantabulated suplemental mega bloat mixes. Then compare that to your average starbucks bill. Shoot, compare that to what you have to put into vending machines to get what rolls out.
If you aren't sold/bored yet then consider this: Whey proein as compared to all other protein types (egg, standard milk, soy, etc) is the best across the board and should (and usually does) have a cost to match. It is the easiest on your stomach, fastest into your system, and best for muscle tissue gains/ weight maintenance (it's what doctors have used to get HIV and wasted chemo/radiation patients to hold the line and even re-grow). It has immune system enhanceing properties that make it almost medicinal. It has anti cancer properties beyond its immune enchanceing ones, but especially for those who are about to undergo radiation/chemothereapy (I can't explain the mechanisms but it selectively puts the cancer cells frontmost when the treatments are taking place so that they are the first to die and easiest to kill) Carefully and expensively processed Whey proteins (whey protein isolates) should cost even more than the standard concentrates. But Any whey doesn't cost hardly nothin', what gives?
Now... search for a protein supplement, of any kind, that doesn't come with that wonderful and ever palatable "NEW CHOCOLATE BANANA PEPPER FLAVOR!" Or have any fat. Or any carbohydrates (well actually it does have 1 gram per serving). No sugars, no sugar alcohols, no indigestible sugar substitutes, no taste (no, wait, that's a good thing!), and one that can be measured into any recipe of any kind for an endless variety of ways to be used. 60 servings-17 grams per serving-21 dollars.
The stuff's good enough to inspire me to peck away for an hour now to sing it's unsung praises. Now I think I'll go have a high protein bowl o' whey-augmented dreario's so my poor finger muscles have something to regrow with.

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9/25/2012

Navitas Naturals Organic Raw Maca Powder, Incan Superfood, 16-Ounce Pouch Review

Navitas Naturals Organic Raw Maca Powder, Incan Superfood, 16-Ounce Pouch
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I have never written a review before but I always consult Amazon.com reviews before buying a product so thought I would give back at least once. I bought this product BEFORE I thoroughly researched it due to lifelong problems related to a hormonal imbalance and was soooo excited I just bought what I thought would be good; raw and organic. I took this product for 3 days until I broke out in hives. I only took 1/2 tsp day one and 1/4 tsp days 2 and 3. I got the hives day 2 but was hoping they were not related to the Maca (they were). So.... I researched more and there is one very informative forum I found on google (hard to find and not sure if I'm allowed to refer it or not but here it is but FINISH reading to the bottom or you will not try this product ever): [...]. There are a bunch of websites and some scientific reviews, but long story short, it appears that Maca MUST be eaten pre-cooked (gelatinized) to obtain therapeutic benefits and to alleviate potential problems related to digestion (when eaten raw) and possible toxicity (raw) the way the native Puruvians have done for thousands of years to the present (cooked). There are studies that show ingesting raw Maca is worse than not adding it to the diet at all. Based on what I've read you need to start SLOWLY with the dosage and adjust it according to your body's needs, then take a break from it occasionally or it appears to lose potency. If improper dosages are taken it exacerbates the imbalance/symptoms. There are (reportedly) many benefits of Maca on the entire Endocrine system and I still have high hopes so ordered from another company who doesn't sell raw Maca due to the reasons above. I believe Navitas also has a gelatinized version of the Maca but I bought one with DIM to prevent the overproduction of bad estrogen which can cause cancer in people with a family history. Hope this helps!

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Maca root has been used in indigenous Andean societies as a source of nourishment and healing for thousands of years. This bag contains 100% pure raw maca powder that is certified organic, kosher, vegan and raw. Studies have identified four alkaloids present in maca known to nourish the endocrine system. Maca root has been used as a stress-fighting adaptogen to increase stamina, boost libido and combat fatigue. Maca is a nutrient-dense whole food packed with vitamins, plant sterols as well as many essential minerals, fatty and amino acids. Our raw maca is low temperature processed and cultivated on the Junin Plateau of Peruvian Andes.Navitas Naturals' mission is to provide premium organic power foods that increase energy and enhance health. Our products are of the highest quality, sourced directly from farmers, cultivated sustainably and in accordance with fair trade practices.Product of Peru - Packed in USA

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8/27/2012

Cytosport Musle Milk, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, 2.47-Pounds Review

Cytosport Musle Milk, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, 2.47-Pounds
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I drink Muscle Milk every morning for my breakfast. This is my least favorite flavor but I tolerated it to finish it off. I enjoy the Mocha Latte and the Chocolate Malt. I got them on the Subscribe & Save for a great deal. They are delivered automatically with free shipping every 3 months. So I don't get the full 300 calories in one shot, I only put one scoop in (instead of 2) stir well with spoon, add some ice and then drink it through a straw. It tastes best ice cold. Then when I get hungry a couple hours later, I make another one using one scoop. Then I have a light lunch around 11:30.

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8/05/2012

Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard, 5 Pounds Review

Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard, 5 Pounds
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I like this product. Let me first start by saying that I do not think this is "the BEST" protein product ever. However, I've tried many protein products and this comes rather close.
In my honest opinion, "the BEST" protein product out there would have to be "Profect" by Protica Research. It's actually the stuff used by gastric bypass patients. It's 25 grams of high-absorb protein in only 2.7 fluid oz that literally tastes like fruit candy. But, it's way too expensive and a two-months supply can set you back a couple of hundred bucks easily. Because of this, it's better suited strictly toward its medical purposes.
This product is also not the "most cost-effective". There are plenty of other whey products out there that are much much cheaper and have just as much protein content, but they all pretty much taste like doo doo. What's the point in torturing yourself to save a few bucks? Cost is definitely an important factor, but not the most important.
Apart from all of the hype and apart from all of the hate, I would say that I really do like this product. It tasted a bit gross with just plain water, but when I added it to a cup of enriched soymilk, I couldn't tell the difference between it and a regular kid's chocolate milk shake. That is amazing. And this product did mix pretty well. I usually have problems with that when it comes to powdered shakes and it's always great when you can get a shake that doesn't just sit on the bottom of the cup and cement while everything else just floats to the top. I even added a serving of Benefiber fiber supplement, and it still didn't clump up.
One problem that I have with this product is that it does use artificial sweeteners, but I'll let that slide for now, since I don't intake too many products with them anyway. Still, it is a cause for concern for those you who want to avoid such things in your diet entirely.
Overall, 4 of of 5 stars. I'm pleased but not impressed. This product is definitely one of the superior brands out there but most definitely not a "gold standard". A lot could be done to improve it.

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7/18/2012

MHP Take-Off Review

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I love this product! I found it on Amazon.com because the stores are no longer stocking it. My husband has been using this product for years and loves it. It gives him the right amount of energy and cuts the cravings so he doesn't binge out on junk food. I have a very low tolerance for any product that is high in caffeine because it gives me the jitters and that feeling of being under the influence; not to mention the slam effect when you come down off the "high". When I feel like I need a little pick me up or I want to avoid grabbing too many sweets, I can take just one of the tablets and feel in control the entire day. I never have the jitters or the anxious moments and it works wonders with appetite control. I hope MHP keeps it around forever.

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6/20/2012

Pro Score 100, 2 lb Review

Pro Score 100, 2 lb
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I've used this product for years and can drink it without getting tired of the taste. It's wicked thin when mixed with water. Literally has a chocolate milk consistency, which makes it easier to gulp down after a workout... Plus this has been around for a long time and has gained the respect of many athletes an bodybuilders

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6/10/2012

Slim Smart - Chocolate, Healthy meal replacement shake with 25 grams of whey protein, 30 servings Review

Slim Smart - Chocolate, Healthy meal replacement shake with 25 grams of whey protein, 30 servings
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I've been using slim smart for over a year now and I just love it. Originally my Mother actually purchased the chocolate flavor for me to try, and I was so impressed I decided to purchase the strawberry so I could have a variety in flavors. Keep in mind I have tried many low sugar / low carb meal replacement protein powders from all sorts of locations and brands. This one is by far my favorite! This is the first time I have actually decided to re purchase the same brand of protein powder after finishing the bottle. It's easy to make and mixes well without clumping, tastes great mixed with all kinds of milk- almond, soy, fat free , coconut...and adding ice to the mix in a blender gives it a delicious ice cream texture. I even got my husband to use it and that is no easy to task to convince him to drink a meal replacement shake.

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