Question : Is the NOW Sports Pea Protein flavored?
Answer : No, it is unflavored and mixes easily into your favorite beverages.
Question : Is the NOW Sports Pea Protein tested for purity?
Answer : Yes, NOW Sports products are comprehensively tested so you can trust that our products are pure and effective for every level of athletics.
Question : Is pea protein a good option for athletes with dietary allergies?
Answer : Yes, peas are not considered one of the major dietary allergens, making pea protein an ideal source of post-workout nutrition for athletes who may have difficulty supplementing with other types of protein.
Question : What is the source for this? Are the peas organic? Are these peas from China?
Answer : The peas are grown in the US and Canada but the product is processed in China. NOW Foods tests the product before and after the processing for metals, etc. The product is packaged in the USA.
Question : Product is made in China?
Answer : Yes, the product is processed in China and packaged in the USA.
Question : Since this product is sourced from china has it been tested for melamine adulteration? currently the fda is watching vegetable protein from china.
Answer : NOW Foods has made a significant investment in in-house labs so they can test their products at multiple stages during production. They also outsource testing to a third party. Contact them directly for country of origin information.
Question : How can I know the label is correct when supplements are not regulated? it tastes too good to really have 24 grams of protein in a scoop. Lab tested?
Answer : Consumer Lab has approved the product and it met label declarations and was not contaminated. It was also their top pick due to price and protein to total calorie ratio among other things.
Question : Where are the peas grown? ie: what is the country of origin? Where are the peas processed into protein powder? Is it organic?
Answer : The yellow peas are sourced from the US and Canada and the product is processed in China. The product is not organic.
Question : What are the ingredients?
Answer : The product contains only Pure, Non-GMO Pea Protein isolate (from Yellow Peas). The product is made in China but packaged in the USA.
Question : Is there soy in this?
Answer : No, there is no soy in this product. Pea is not soy bean.
Question : Does anyone know the expiration date on this protein powder?
Answer : The expiration date is stamped on the bottom of the package.
Question : Where is this product grown? Are any pesticides or herbicides used on the product?
Answer : The country of origin is not specified but it has been shown to have a high lead and cadmium content. Contact NOW Foods for more information.