Raw Power Protein Powder Ingredients

Raw Power Protein Powder Ingredients
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Raw Power is a protein and nutritional supplement made with raw, organic, vegan ingredients. Raw Power is available in several flavors, and made without pesticides, cholesterol, genetically modified organisms or added sugar. The protein powder also does not contain trans fats, hydrogenated oils, dairy, wheat, gluten, soy, preservatives, artificial colors, artificial flavors, animal residues, dyes, hormones or irradiated ingredients.

Raw Power Original

Raw Power original formula was the first supplement introduced by the company. The formula is designed to be used by people of all age groups, activity levels and lifestyles. The protein source used in the original formula is Brazil nut and hemp protein powder. Brazil nuts are native to the Amazon rain forests and contain 4 g of protein per ounce of nuts. Also included in the original formula is maca, goji berry powder, mesquite powder and maca extreme.

Raw Power Green

The green formulation of Raw Power contains protein along with the nutrition of greens. Hemp protein is the primary source of nutrition in this formulation. Hemp seeds provide 11 g of protein per serving along with omega-3 fatty acids and minerals such as calcium, iron and magnesium. Brazil nut protein powder is also used for added protein, as well as maca powder, goji berry powder and mesquite powder is also used. Barley grass powder is added as the green ingredient. Barley grass is packed with nutrition including beta carotene, B vitamins, folic acid, protein and fiber. It also contains antioxidants that fight free radicals that can damage the body and contribute to cancer and heart disease.

Raw Power Vanilla

Raw Power vanilla flavor uses hemp and Brazil nut protein powders. It contains maca root, a food that has been a staple of Peruvian diets for the past 2,000 years. It contains additional protein, fiber, iron and other minerals, adding to Raw Power's nutritional content. Goji berry powder is also added. Goji berries are native to Asia and some studies show they promote intestinal regularity and provide psychological benefits by providing a feeling of well being. They also contain antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Finally, Raw Power vanilla also contains mesquite powder and powdered vanilla beans as flavoring.

Raw Power Chocolate

Raw Power chocolate is flavored using ground cacao beans. Cacao is high in antioxidants and it is the ingredient used to make chocolate. Mesquite powder included in Raw Power chocolate flavor and other varieties come from the mesquite tree -- also high in protein. Other ingredients in Raw Power chocolate powder are similar to the other three varieties, including hemp and Brazil nut protein powder, maca root powder and goji berry powder.

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Article reviewed by Tina Boyle Last updated on: Aug 7, 2011

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