Protein you can  recommend with confidence

Pea protein is made from field peas (Pisum sativum), the kind you would use to make split pea soup. This is the same species but a different varietal than garden/sweet/English peas.

Both varietals contain about 20–23% protein, and field peas are lower in sugar than garden peas. This legume typically grows in cool, dry regions like the northern US and Canada. PURIS’s primary growing states are Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Nebraska.

Unlike some other protein powders, most pea proteins (including all of PURIS’s proteins) are extracted without the use of harsh chemicals or solvents like hexane.

Additionally, PURIS’s contracted farmers are encouraged to use regenerative growing practices and are forbidden from spraying desiccants such as glyphosate onto their pea crops.

One 30 gram serving of PURIS Pea Protein provides*:

• 24 g protein (requirements vary)
• 4.8 mg iron (27-60% DV)
• 180 mg calcium (18% DV)
• 390 mg phosphorus (31% DV)

These nutrients are critical for tissue repair, immune function, energy production, bone strength, and nerve signaling.
As some of them can be challenging to get enough of on a whole food, plant-based diet, pea protein helps fill in the gaps.

*Percent daily values (%DV) based on daily recommended dietary allowances (RDA): 18mg iron for females, 8mg iron for males, 1000mg calcium for healthy adults, 1250mg phosphorus for healthy adults.

Our high-quality protein is plant-based, non-GMO, and free from all major allergens as declared by the FDA. Protein sourced from peas is not only great for your health as it contains all the essential amino acids and myriad micronutrients, but better for the world. By choosing pea protein, you are helping to create a renewable food system that gives more to the earth than it takes.

PURIS Pea Protein contains all nine essential amino acids, making it a valuable source of plant-based protein. While it does not have a Protein Digestibility Corrected Amino Acid Score (PDCAAS) of 1.0, it can play an important role in supporting a balanced diet. You may have heard claims that plant proteins are "incomplete" and humans can't survive on a plant-based diet. That’s not true.

Many food companies want you to believe that humans need to drink milk, eat meat, and consume animal protein to sustain life. But humans can thrive on a balanced plant-based diet that is supported by pea protein. It’s good for people and all life on Earth.

PURIS® Certified Organic Pea Protein and Non-GMO Pea Protein are isolates that can be labeled as Pea Protein. We do NOT make or sell any pea protein concentrates. Our extraction process uses water and mechanical separations to purify the protein, starch, and fiber. While the industry may refer to this process as protein isolation, the ingredient is labeled as a Pea Protein.

Using water for protein isolation enables PURIS to create Ready To Eat pea protein (the kind found in protein shakes) that is de-flavored and purified to over 80% protein content, while also producing purified co-products like non-GMO and organic pea starch and fiber. 

Whey is an animal protein originating as a byproduct of the cheese-making process. Protein derived from whey contains higher levels of sugar, which influences the total calories per serving in whey protein supplements.

Just like whey, PURIS® Pea Protein offers all 20 amino acids. It is high in branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) leucine, isoleucine, and valine that are critical for muscle protein synthesis.

The most significant nutrient difference observed between pea and whey proteins is the amino acid arginine, with PURIS® Pea Protein offering three times the amount compared to whey protein concentrate. Arginine aids blood flow by relaxing blood vessels, activates the release of growth hormone, and stimulates muscle protein synthesis.

Whey may not be suitable for eaters with dairy allergies or sensitivities, or those who live a vegan or vegetarian lifestyle. If you are choosing plant-based but wish it tasted smooth like whey or milk protein — PURIS® Pea Protein is the product for you.

Source: Evoy, D., Lieberman, M. D., Fahey III, T. J., & Daly, J. M. (1998). Immunonutrition: the role of arginine. Nutrition, 14(7-8), 611-617.

The Daily Recommended Intake (DRI) for protein is 0.8g/kg body weight, with increasing needs depending on activity, injury, pregnancy, and other factors. Higher intake, up to 2g/kg body weight, has been shown to enhance muscle growth and repair. For a 200 lb. individual, this means 73-181 grams of protein per day is recommended, depending on their activity level and metabolic stressors.

A standard serving of pea protein powder is approximately 30 grams, containing 24 grams of protein. Thus, 3-7.5 servings per day of pea protein would meet this person’s protein needs. However, it is still recommended to consume a variety of protein sources for a balanced diet and amino acid intake.