Pea Gemma Protein

Swamp Dog · 08-12-2009, 07:22 PM

I got 2 pounds from true protein with natural premium chocolate flavoring and stevia added.
The flavor is not that great but nothing I can't handle.
It may not be worth it although I'm hoping that this will turn out to be an effective, cheaper substitute for whey.

fitmember · 08-12-2009, 07:25 PM

Oh man i hated pea protein!!!

i cant drink stuff that tastes awful

I wanna look forward to my protein

How much is 5 lb

cuz Muscle gauge is 30.00 for 5 lb and is pretty good

Swamp Dog · 08-12-2009, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by fitmember

Oh man i hated pea protein!!!

i cant drink stuff that tastes awful

I wanna look forward to my protein

How much is 5 lb

cuz Muscle gauge is 30.00 for 5 lb and is pretty good

After all was said and done 2 pounds ended up being $21.60. This didn't end up being as economical as I had hoped, nor as tasty.
Savings would probably have been noticeable buying in larger quantities, but it may not end up being worth it. Oh well, it is at least an option for those who have issues with whey.

Ruckus91 · 08-12-2009, 07:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Swamp Dog

Oh well, it is at least an option for those who have issues with whey.

I would think that'd be the main appeal. For those who really can't deal with whey, it may be better to have a good easy protein source regardless of taste.

Swamp Dog · 08-12-2009, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Ruckus91

I would think that'd be the main appeal. For those who really can't deal with whey, it may be better to have a good easy protein source regardless of taste.

The flavor isn't horrible, I can easily drink it, but since I don't have issues with whey I will stick to ON 100% Natural Whey. I just drank some, so after a few more servings I will update if there are any gastrointestinal surprises with the pea.
By the way I used 2% milk, I never use water unless I'm in a bind.

Swamp Dog · 08-14-2009, 10:49 AM

Update:

I find XF Chocolate Whet too sweet. Pea protein is kinda nasty.
Blend the two together.
Profit!
It definitely cuts the sweetness of XF and kind of tames the pea flavor.
Killing two birds with one stone.
Feels good man.

Oh and no tummy issues with pea.

shadar · 08-14-2009, 02:38 PM

TP charges a lot for shipping. Buying in bulk is the way to go there. Lots of amazing prices on bulk supps there too btw, like Beta alanine/citruline/leucine/taurine/pea/etc.

As to PEA protein... bleh. Worse than soy as far as weird texture and mixability and such imo. I can tolerate whey and casein so I'll stick with em.

TP does have beef protein... but i'd avoid it with anything but chocolate flavor... and then ask for double chocolate flavor. It's a semi-salty and strong flavored protein, almost chocolately in a way, thus my reason for getting it in choc if you get it.

Swamp Dog · 08-14-2009, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by shadar

TP charges a lot for shipping. Buying in bulk is the way to go there. Lots of amazing prices on bulk supps there too btw, like Beta alanine/citruline/leucine/taurine/pea/etc.

As to PEA protein... bleh. Worse than soy as far as weird texture and mixability and such imo. I can tolerate whey and casein so I'll stick with em.

TP does have beef protein... but i'd avoid it with anything but chocolate flavor... and then ask for double chocolate flavor. It's a semi-salty and strong flavored protein, almost chocolately in a way, thus my reason for getting it in choc if you get it.

Well I didn't find the texture of mixability a problem, but it is a little chalky.
I will stick to ON 100% Natural Whey. The flavor is not too strong and I like being able to avoid sucralose when possible.
I wish I liked the flavor of XF Chocolate Whey but I'm one of the few that just finds it too sweet, way too sweet. However I am addicted to UP 2.0 Chocolate!
Having to do all the flavoring hocus pocus is a bit of a hassle too at TP, just not worth it for me. If the price was more reasonable maybe...