Extraordinary Health Magazine Extraordinary Health Vol 21 | Page 47

And speaking of muscles . . . brown rice protein is highly efficient at supporting muscle recovery, muscle building, and supplying the body the strength and power it needs. As a complete protein, brown rice protein delivers all the essential amino acids, but the amino acid leucine is at a high threshold to maximize muscle protein synthesis. Add all that to its high digestibility and hypoallergenic nature, and it’s apparent why brown rice protein is the most popular plant protein. Nutritional Power of Sprouted Brown Rice in Brown Rice Protein Brown rice protein starts with brown rice, which is highly nutritious in and of itself. It’s packed with B vitamins, manganese, iron, dietary fiber and all essential fatty acids. Manganese, for instance, is a trace mineral that helps produce energy from protein and carbohydrates and synthesizes fatty acids and cholesterol. It’s also a strong part of an antioxidant enzyme—superoxide dismutase—which fights free radicals. Brown rice also has fiber and selenium, a trace mineral that’s essential to thyroid hormone metabolism, antioxidant defense systems and immune function. It also provides a rich source of magnesium, a co-factor of over 300 enzymes—including enzymes necessary for healthy blood sugar levels. Magnesium also plays a role in supporting cardiovascular health, already healthy blood pressure levels and strong bones. Brown rice is supercharged nutritionally when it’s sprouted, activating enzymes which release additional nutrients. Sprouted brown rice has more fiber, three times the amount of lysine (an essential amino acid) and 10 times the amount of gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA)—an amino acid that supports healthy kidney function—than regular brown rice. Garden of Life® RAW Protein is the #1 Selling Protein Supplement*—and It’s Easy to See Why It’s the Most Popular Plant Protein RAW Protein is: a complete, plant-based protein for everyone, including those on a vegan or vegetarian diet. Certified USDA Organic (no GMOs, synthetic fertilizers or pesticides which may be present in non-certified organic products). Non-GMO Project Verified. RAW (untreated, unadulterated and produced and manufactured below 115º Fahrenheit). vegan. gluten free, dairy free and soy free. easy to use—mixes well with beverages or foods. supportive of digestive health and function.† easily digested. great for those on low-carb diets. RAW Protein has: Organic RAW Sprout Blend of 13 seeds, grains and legumes, featuring organic sprouted brown rice, which is very well utilized by the human body. 17 grams of complete protein per serving. 34 percent of the daily value, or DV—plus all essential amino acids. Vitamin Code® fat-soluble vitamins. nutrient Code Factors™ such as Beta-glucans, SOD, glutathione and CoQ10. live probiotics and enzymes. no soy, no gluten, no dairy and no lactose. no fillers. no synthetic nutrients. no preservatives. no artificial anything, including flavors or sweeteners. No wonder RAW Protein is the #1 selling protein supplement. It’s clean, highly nutritious, nutrient-dense, easily digestible, high-quality plant protein nutrition.