Oct 23rd 2023 | Jay Honstetter
The Benefits of Pea and Rice Protein
Have you considered pea and rice protein? With a complete profile of all nine essential amino acids, and easy digestion for individuals with lactose intolerance, food allergies, and stomach issues, it’s the perfect dairy-free alternative to other whey protein options. Separately they lack the necessary components you need in an alternative protein source - pea protein is low in cysteine and methionine, but high in lysine, while rice protein is low in lysine, but high in cysteine and methionine.
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May 12th 2023 | Jay Honstetter
L-Glutamine: What it is and Why You Should Take it
L-Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in our bodies. Our bodies produce it and it’s essential for making protein. You might be asking, if our bodies can make it, and it’s so abundant, why do I need to take a supplement? That’s what we’re going to tell you! Stored in our muscles and lungs, and making up 67% of our tissue, 60% of the amino acids in our bodies are L-Glutamine. Initially used by bodybuilders to preserve tissue, burn fat, and build muscle, the benefits go even beyond that.But l
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