The argument over the importance of protein is over, but let’s rehash it a bit., okay? Protein is a vital ingredient of every cell in the body. Hair and nails are made of protein. Your body uses protein to build and repair tissues. You also use protein to make enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Protein is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood.  If there is something important going on in your body, protein is involved. Just like fats and carbs, protein is a “macronutrient,” meaning that the body needs a bunch of it every day. Unfortunately, our bodies don’t warehouse protein for when it’s needed.

Usually, we thumb our noses at products that are derivatives of some otherwise healthy food. We’re all about advocating for nutrition from the whole food, just as it was grown. Keep it simple, right? Well, every once in a while we see something that doesn’t exactly fit our ethos, but has benefits that are so compelling that we just can’t resist. That’s protein powder. Aside from being absolutely necessary for life, check out what a powerhouse it is.

Rebuilds muscles faster

Boosts energy

Increases the body’s fat burning

Makes you feel “full” longer

Improve the appearance of you hair, skin and nails

So whether you’re a jock trying to bulk up your biceps, a busy mom struggling to stay strong through her step class, or just someone trying to lose a few of those lingering Winter pounds, a diet high in protein has some real benefits for you. Getting it into your diet is easy. Along with our plethora of protein rich whole grains, Bob’s Red Mill has three fantastic protein powders to make a boost to your protein intake easy as can be. We have Whey Protein Powder (made from Oregon’s best milk) and two plant-based powders, Soy Protein Powder and Hemp Protein Powder.

Unlike many other protein products in the marketplace, ours are simple, unflavored, natural, and inexpensive. What’s more, these three products are so easy to use! You can protein to just about anything, but the best way to use them is with a refreshing breakfast or post-workout smoothie. Here’s how we like to make them at the mill