| Parameters | Standard | Results |
|---|---|---|
| Protein Content (dry basis) | 80% Min | 83.5% |
| Moisture | 5% Max | 2.82% |
| pH | 5.5-7.5 | 6.1 |
| Dietary Fiber | 5% Max | 4.23% |
| Fat | 5% Max | 3.95% |
| Ash | 3% Max | 2.3% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8% Max | 3.2% |
| Cyanuric Acid | Negative | Negative |
| Melamine | Negative | Negative |
| Arsenic | < 0.1mg/kg | 0.085mg/kg |
| Cadmium | < 0.1mg/kg | 0.022mg/kg |
| Lead | < 0.2mg/kg | 0.16mg/kg |
| Mercury | < 0.03mg/kg | 0.014mg/kg |
| Total Plate Count | < 5000cfu/g | 3100cfu/g |
| Mold | < 10 cfu/g | < 10 cfu/g |
| Yeast | < 10 cfu/g | < 10 cfu/g |
| Coliforms | < 10 cfu/g | < 10 cfu/g |
| E. Coli | Negative | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative | Negative |
Very often, people taking protein powders or on a high protein diet struggle with digestive upset. Rice protein powder, however, tends to be easier to digest and limit these problems.
Many vegan proteins, like pea protein, have strong or distinct flavors that make it difficult for some users. Just like the grain from whence it is taken, though, rice protein powder has a very subtle taste.
Unlike protein powders that are derived from milk, soy, or wheat, there are no concerns with allergies when it comes to rice protein powders.
Along the same lines, rice protein powder can be used in a wide variety of ways. It can be used in a number of recipes to improve a meal or thrown into any number of shake combinations for a quick snack without adversely affecting the taste or texture.
Of course, rice protein powder is a completely vegan protein. This means that it is totally free of animal products and by-products.
Depending on the source, protein powders are digested and metabolized at various rates. Rice protein powder gets to work quickly, making it ideal for post-workout recovery.
Although it is not a complete protein, rice protein powder does contain high amounts of many essential amino acids. The absent aminos can be gained by mixing rice protein powder with another complementary vegan protein source.