Garden of Life Sport Organic Plant-Based Protein Vanilla

USDA Organic plant-based protein that's notably good for a legume but still less bioavailable than whey or other animal-source proteins, meaning more grams are needed to deliver the same usable amino acids for muscle protein synthesis. Naturally low in methionine, so it does not stand alone as a complete protein and is typically blended with rice. Organic certification controls pesticides and synthetic fertilizers but not soil-accumulated heavy metals — pea crops are well-documented lead and cadmium accumulators.

Sprouted plant protein adding amino acid diversity. Sprouting reduces antinutrients (phytates, lectins) and improves digestibility versus the unsprouted bean, but it remains less bioavailable than whey or other animal-source proteins. Soil-grown so does not avoid heavy-metal accumulation from agricultural feedstock.

Sprouted plant protein adding amino acid diversity. Sprouting improves digestibility versus the unsprouted lentil but it remains less bioavailable than whey or other animal-source proteins. Soil-grown so does not avoid heavy-metal accumulation.

Sprouted plant protein adding amino acid diversity. Sprouting improves digestibility versus the unsprouted chickpea but it remains less bioavailable than whey or other animal-source proteins. Soil-grown so does not avoid heavy-metal accumulation.

Cranberry-seed-derived protein — uncommon plant-protein source providing additional amino acid diversity plus polyphenol content from the seed.

Antioxidant- and polyphenol-rich whole-food blend supporting post-exercise recovery. Tart cherry and turmeric are clinically associated with reduced exercise-induced inflammation and muscle soreness.

Clinically researched probiotic strains supporting gut health and protein digestion. Bacillus subtilis DE111 is shelf-stable and survives the digestive tract.

Organic certification provides some assurance over conventional 'natural flavor' but the specific composition still falls under FDA trade-secret rules.

Natural zero-calorie sweetener from the stevia leaf. No significant health concerns, but Scout treats all stevia forms as neutral — neither penalized nor counted as a beneficial ingredient.

Unrefined sea salt — a minimally processed, natural source of sodium and essential trace minerals, and a legitimate whole-food seasoning. Treated as a positive ingredient.

Plant-derived (legume seed) thickener used at low concentration to improve mouthfeel; inert and safe.