Supplement
Pea Protein
Half-life
Gastric emptying ~45-60 min
What is Pea Protein?
Plant-based protein isolate. High in arginine but low in methionine (complement with grains).
How Pea Protein works
Excellent leucine content (~8%) drives mTORC1; combines well with rice protein to create complete amino acid profile.
Benefits & uses
Common uses: Vegan muscle building, hypoallergenic protein source, complete amino acids when combined.
Pea Protein half-life
Gastric emptying ~45-60 min
Pea Protein side effects
- Gritty texture in some formulations
- Slight pea/legume taste
- Lower PDCAAS than whey but sufficient for muscle synthesis
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