If you’re thinking about switching to a simpler protein powder, you might wonder whether it changes how much protein you can consume.
In most cases, the answer is no. The amount of protein that’s appropriate for you depends on factors such as your overall diet, weight, and age.
Daily Protein Intake Guidelines
When it comes to protein intake, the most important consideration is usually your total daily protein consumption rather than the specific type of protein powder you choose.
In the UK, the Reference Nutrient Intake (RNI) recommends that individuals need around 0.75 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight. For someone weighing around 75kg, this is equivalent to 56g of protein per day. For someone weighing 60kg, it’s 45g.
Whether your protein comes from whole foods, a single-ingredient whey protein, or a more heavily formulated protein powder, it still contributes to your overall protein intake.
How Your Body Processes Protein
Your digestive system breaks protein down into amino acids regardless of whether those amino acids come from food or a protein powder.
While different protein sources can vary in their amino acid profile and digestibility, choosing a simpler formulation does not necessarily mean you need to consume more or less of it.
Some people may prefer products that are additive-free and have shorter ingredients lists, while others are happy using more heavily formulated options. The decision often comes down to individual preference.
The Practical Reality
For most people, switching to a simpler protein powder is unlikely to impact how many shakes they choose to drink. Instead, the decision is often based on factors such as taste, convenience, ingredient preferences and how the product fits into their overall diet.
A Minimal-Ingredient Protein Powder
At The Organic Protein Co., all of our whey protein powders are made with undenatured cold-filtered organic whey protein. Our blends also contain a handful of carefully chosen whole foods for an authentic taste.
All whey protein powder is classified as NOVA Group 4 because of the method required to create the powder. This means that no whey protein powder is UPF-free. However, we are committed to ensuring our whey protein powders do not contain any artificial or synthetic additives, and we only create minimal-ingredient, certified organic powders.
To learn more about how we approach ultra-processing and what it means for your protein choices, you can read our full guide.
