Garden of Life Organic Vegan Protein Powder with Probiotics, BCAAs, NSF Certified, Gluten Free & Sport, Non GMO, Sport Protein Powder, 19 Servings, Vanilla

Quality 5/5 Taste 4.5/5 How well it blends 4/5 Affordability 3/5 For starters, I decided to write this review because, at the time, there were no other reviews. A little about me: I'm hardly a fitness guru or expert on protein powders. I am, however, a former Marine who enjoys exercising and keeping active, so fitness and protein powders are no stranger to me. Typically, I have always used whey proteins, so many of my comparisons will be to whey. Why did I choose this protein? Well, unless you live under a rock somewhere, then I'm sure you've heard about all the nasty things that are in our food these days. That being said, but not limited to: GMOs, growth hormones, antibiotics, pesticides, and so on. So obviously, because of this, they can be in our supplements too. Recently, I've been personally trying to watch what I put into my body. I've grown tired of most supplements having bad fillers and "mystery ingredients". I wanted something clean, with better transparency on its ingredients and legitimate certifications to prove it. This protein is also very transparent with its amino acid profile; it's not hidden like some brands do. So those are some of the reasons why I decided to give this protein a chance over staying with whey. About the protein, it's somewhat different from others I've used. That being said, it's not very pleasing visually or to smell. It kind of smells like playdough, with a slight hint of vanilla. It appears to look and behave a little different than whey protein. It clumps into tiny balls on top of itself when you shake the container to unsettle it and mix the powder. It doesn't fluff up quite as well as whey powder. The small clumps easily break with the slightest touch though, so don't let that deter you. It also has a slightly different texture than whey. Usually, when whey powder gets on something, you can just wipe or brush it off most of the time. With this plant powder, it leaves behind a fine residue, similar to what talc or cornstarch powder would do. With that said, it's kind of hard to brush off, so you practically need to wash it off or wipe it up with something damp. So be warned, this plant powder is more messy than your average whey powder. You will quickly discover this when you dig for your measuring scoop! As far as mixing and taste go, mixing it seemed no different to me than most whey powders. I used my blender bottle the same as I would with whey powder, and I noticed no notable difference between the two powders. The taste was surprising! Which was a nice surprise considering that the smell wasn't pleasant prior to, but that also got better once it was mixed. I mixed this with almond milk, just as I do with whey powders. And I've got to say, I was definitely impressed with the taste; it's quite delicious, in my opinion. It also seems like a taste that will grow on you, so I'm looking forward to that. The flavor was vanilla, in case you were wondering. Money time! Let's talk about the dollar per grams of protein, which you can easily determine with any protein powder. In this case, one serving is 21g, 15g of that is protein, and there are 38 servings. So we have 15x38, equating to 570 grams of total protein. Now divide that by whatever you paid for the product, and you will have your ratio of grams of protein per dollar. You will likely find a lower number on this product. Because, let's face it, for the amount of protein you get here, this product is more expensive than most whey proteins. I'm not a fan of the price, but sometimes in life, you simply get what you pay for. So you have to ask yourself: Is the extra money worth it for you? For my personal health and peace of mind, the answer is yes. Why did I give this product 5 stars? The quality! It has several certifications to verify how clean it is. That gives me peace of mind and confidence, knowing I can trust the product. Not having to worry if it's potentially harmful through the use of cheap fillers and toxic ingredients. I also feel this protein is among the top of its class compared to other plant-based proteins. This product is about 71% protein, which, compared to most plant-based proteins, is notably higher. Also, surprisingly, the price isn't too bad when you shop it against other plant-based proteins. Use the dollar-per-gram of protein ratio and see for yourself. You also get the added benefit of probiotics, antioxidants, and a solid BCAA profile. So if you're looking for a healthier protein powder supplement, then this may be the one for you! I'm personally making the switch to this plant protein over whey protein. If I notice anything out of the ordinary with this product, good or bad, I will do an update. *A warning: For anyone who is caffeine sensitive and/or simply tries to avoid having it in their diet, the chocolate flavor does, in fact, contain 7 mg of caffeine per serving. *Update 2/2024: Over the years, since initially trying plant-based proteins, I've discovered that my body tends to recover better when I switch between plant and whey proteins. Perhaps it’s just a placebo and/or a way to reduce being burned out from repeatedly consuming the thing. Regardless, I just wanted to confirm that I still use this exact same plant protein and organic grass-fed whey. Typically, I flip-flop between the two options, sometimes for no other reason than grabbing whichever one may be on sale at that time. Obviously, do whatever works best for you. Cheers!

I’m a gluten free vegan so finding a tasty protein mix is no easy task. I put two scoops in water and blend it up with ice every morning. If I’m short on time or lazy, I just shake up. It tastes great, gives me the energy I need to start my day, and I actually look forward to it every morning. I appreciate it not having much of a smell and is my go-to when I get migraines, almost always helps reduce my pain.

Updated 2024 Review: So they lowered the cost....which was great and I resumed buying this again. However...now they have changed the formula. It no longer tastes good (it's primary selling point) and now it has that overly sweet flavor that I personally associate with stevia. Even my husband who likes sweet tasting things cannot stomach it. You can see the changes to ingredients on the back if you have a prior version of it still. So for me....I'd look elsewhere until they change the formula back (if they do). To the manufacturer: Please change it back to your prior formula. Not only did it taste better, but it was lower in calories for the same protein content. People are 100% going to notice the taste change. Updated review: not worth the cost anymore. While this was a great product, the price jack is a lot. The amount of protein was barely acceptable for the price of $34 to $37, but jacking the price up to almost $60 is the end game. I used to get 2-3 of these a month but will now look elsewhere due to that. So, while I did like this product a lot, there are other items out there for way less that are now a better value (just my opinion). My prior review stands (below) so if cost is no object then game on. If you are concerned about amount for cost and quality comparison go for another vegan product. So the product is nice, but not the price. Id have paid maybe $44 for it, but higher than that I can’t justify the amount to cost ratio unfortunately. Still an overall nice product if you can get over the price hike. Prior review: The calories to protein content is great! The flavor is a solid “okay”. I tried the vanilla and while it wasn’t good, it also wasn’t bad. I’m particular on the flavoring of protein powders and this one is definitely drinkable. It is not good, but also not bad. If you like to mix it with something it’ll probably be downright good. Given the good protein to calorie balance it’s also probably useful for those working out and cutting.

The best protein ever

体の為にいいものをとりたい方に是非お勧めです。 最初は一日一杯にして少しずつふやしていこうかなと思ってます。

I like the chocolate flavor so I tried the vanilla flavor. I used it in my berry bowls and vegan milk shakes. I like the amount of protein in a serving. It tastes sweet but it has one gram of sugar.

Excellent product & delivery

Best protein powder. Really good for baking and taste amazing with just mixing with water. You do not get that chalky taste like other protein powders. My husbands and mine go to (-