Protein

What are Proteins?

Proteins are one of the essential macronutrients our body needs to function properly. Macronutrients, often referred to as “macros”, include proteins, fats, and carbohydrates. These nutrients are vital as they supply the body with the energy it requires for daily activities and essential bodily functions. Protein, specifically, supports the immune system and maintains healthy muscles and bones.

Proteins are composed of amino acids, which are released when we digest protein-rich foods or drinks. The body then uses these amino acids to create the specific functional proteins it needs but it may also use these to create energy.

How much protein do you need in your diet? (as per UK government guidelines, as of August 2016)

1 to 3 year-olds – 15g/day
4 to 6 year olds – 20g/day
7 to 10 year-olds – 28g/day
11 to 14 year olds – 42g/day
15 to 18 year olds – 55g/day for men and 45g/day for women
Adults – 56g/day for men and 45g/day for women (based on bodyweights of 75kg and 60kg respectively)

Protein Isolates vs. Concentrates

Protein can be split into isolates and concentrates. They differ in their processing methods, protein content, and other nutritional components.

Protein isolates undergo processing to remove non-protein components, such as fats and carbohydrates, resulting in a very high, pure protein product. They typically contain around 90% of protein.

Their applications include: Protein supplements and specialised diets (for those with lactose intolerance, or low-carbohydrate diets).

Protein Concentrates are produced by extracting protein from the protein source (such as soy or peas). They do not undergo the additional processing that isolates do, resulting in them possessing around 50-80% protein, with the other 20-50% consisting of carbohydrates, fat, and other nutrients.

Their applications include: Sports nutrition, protein bars and meal replacements.

Insoluble Proteins

Insoluble proteins do not dissolve in water and remain in a powdery form. They are often used in products where texture and bulk are more important, such as baked goods or protein bars. They can provide structural benefits or act as fillers.

Some examples of the insoluble proteins that we provide are…

Key Differences
Texture	Protein crisps are light and crunchy, whereas texturised proteins are chewy and fibrous.
Application	Protein crisps are often used in snacks. Whilst texturised proteins are used as a meat replacement, or meat extender.
Nutritional Profile	Both protein crisps and texturised proteins are high in protein, but texturised proteins are sometimes higher in fibre, making them better suited for main dishes, whilst crisps are better suited for snacks or toppings.

Key Differences

Texture

Protein crisps are light and crunchy, whereas texturised proteins are chewy and fibrous.

Application

Protein crisps are often used in snacks. Whilst texturised proteins are used as a meat replacement, or meat extender.

Nutritional Profile

Both protein crisps and texturised proteins are high in protein, but texturised proteins are sometimes higher in fibre, making them better suited for main dishes, whilst crisps are better suited for snacks or toppings.

Rice Protein

UK Stock

This is an ingredient we currently keep in stock at one of our warehouses, or have the ability to do so. Contact us to discuss in more detail.

Direct Delivery

This is an ingredient we can directly deliver from our supplier to you for commercial reasons, or is necessary due to special product requirements.

Protein

What are Proteins?

How much protein do you need in your diet? (as per UK government guidelines, as of August 2016)

Protein Isolates vs. Concentrates

Soluble Proteins

Fava Bean Protein

Barley Malt Rice Protein

Insoluble Proteins

Pea Protein

Oat Protein

Protein Extrusions

Protein Crisps

Texturised Proteins

Key Differences

Our Proteins

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