Pea protein is a type of powder that is perfect for vegetarians and vegan.Making a pea drink is the most common way to use it, and mixing it is very similar to other powders.If peas are mixed with plain water, they tend to have a weird taste.If you want to try peas for yourself, you can use a variety of bases and mixes.
Step 1: Measure out the amount of the powder that was given to you.
20-25 grams is a common measurement for pea powder.Products come with a measuring spoon to help you take the correct amount.Scoop out the instructed amount of powder with this measuring spoon or similar measuring tool.The instructions on the product should always be consulted.Different brands may have different instructions.Don't look at the mixture.Take the amount with a measuring spoon.
Step 2: Half of the powder should be put into a glass of liquid.
The powder should be broken up to prevent the drink from clumping.Put half of the serving in a glass of water or juice and stir it with a spoon until all the clumps are gone.It helps mix the powder better if you shake it.If it is still clumping after you stir, try shaking it in asealable container.
Step 3: Take the rest of the powder and mix it.
Add the remaining powder when the mixture settles.All the clumps are gone when you stir it like before.Pea protein isn't completely dissolved, because it's better than other powders.If you don't like the texture, try making a smoothie instead.
Step 4: Drink at a normal rate.
Don't drink the drink because it might make you sick.Take some time to finish the drink.Shake or stir the drink if it starts clumping.You could drink it faster if your stomach could handle it.
Step 5: 2 serves per day is enough for a full dose.
2 portions of the pea powder should be enough to meet the daily recommended serving of 45 to 55 grams.For a full day's serving, drink the mixture twice per day.If you exercise, you should take at least one dose after your workout.Follow the instructions if the product says to only take 1 serving a day.
Step 6: To mask the pea taste, use juice instead of water.
If you don't like the taste of pea protein, try using your favorite type of juice instead.For a better taste, drink the powder in the proportions that you would use for water.It's bad for your health to have fruit juices that are high in sugar.For a healthier option, look for a product that is 100% juice.The pea flavor can be hard to mix with other flavors.Try to use apple juice instead of berry juices.
Step 7: If you want a weaker taste, add more liquid to the powder.
If you don't want to go through the trouble of making a smoothie to disguise the pea's taste, then diluting it is a simple solution.If it's water, juice, or milk, add twice as much as you did before.For a less overwhelming taste, mix in the same amount of powder.If you're mixing a smoothie, you can still taste the peas.Try to add 50% more of your base liquid.If you use 2 cups of water, make it 3 cups.
Step 8: For a higher dose of milk, whisk the powder into it.
If you want to bulk up, you should mix your pea protein with milk instead of water or juice.The richer, creamy flavor of the milk can help cover the pea flavor.If you want to mask the flavor further, try this option.It helps mask the pea taste.Adding a drop to your milk will give it a better flavor.It's a better option to cover the taste of whole milk because it has a stronger flavor.Almond, soy, cashews, or coconut milk are vegan options.
Step 9: You can make a smoothie.
Smoothies are a great way to take a meal because they hide any unpleasant tastes and you can mix in lots of other healthy ingredients like fruits and nuts.Eating nuts and peanut butter with pea powder will give you an even higher serving of calories.If you want to get your daily dose, you need to blend a smoothie every day.Milk or water can be used for your smoothie base.Milk has a richer flavor and adds more calories than water.It adds calories and fat to the smoothie.Pea powder is also masks well.Add some drops to your smoothie.Pea protein doesn't mix well with fruits like berries.If you want to hide the flavor, use bananas or other mild fruits.You should limit the amount of sugar in your smoothie.You could end up with a drink with more calories and fat than you intended.
Step 10: It's a good idea to sprinkle the powder into your coffee.
It is possible to give your coffee a boost.You should brew and mix your coffee the same way.Then, add a few more spoonfuls of the powder.It's a good idea to enjoy your coffee with a boost.If you drink the coffee slowly, you might have to stir it occasionally to keep the powder fromSettling.Because the cup is too small, you won't be able to mix a full serving into your coffee.Half of the serving gives you a good boost.
Step 11: To mask the taste, add the powder to a milkshake.
For an occasional treat, make a smoothie.You can get your favorite flavor and mix in a dose of the powder.Enjoy your dessert if you stir it well.It's a good idea to choose either chocolate or vanilla because they mix well with the pea flavor.If you want to mask the strawberry flavor, pass on a strawberry shake.Milkshakes have a lot of sugar, fat, and calories.Don't drink one every day or your health will suffer.
Step 12: You can get pea nutrition from a pharmacy.
Pea powder isn't always carefully regulated.A lot of online sellers use subpar ingredients to make a cheap product.If you want the best product, get it from a licensed health shop or pharmacy.If you want to learn more about a brand, contact the manufacturer.Ask where the product is made, where peas are grown and what the production process is.A less reliable manufacturer may give incomplete answers or delay responding, butReputable manufacturers will readily provide this information.If you want to buy from a manufacturer that will answer your questions, don't.
Step 13: If you want a healthier option, get a product that is low in added sugar.
Some of the powders have added sugars.It increases your calories and sugar intake.If you are not careful, you could end up consuming a lot more sugar than you thought.You should check the nutrition labels on any product you are considering using.For the healthiest option, look for ones that do not add a lot of sugar.The American Heart Association recommends that women consume no more than 25 g of sugar per day and men consume a max of 36 g.
Step 14: If you have a wheat allergy, make sure the product is free of it.
Some powders use add-ons that contain gluten.You should check the ingredients and nutrition label to make sure that the product you use is free of wheat.