Sunwarrior was one of the first protein powders I ever used.
When I first started reading blogs I tried a different one, but when I finally started blogging right after college I was a vegetarian and so their plant-based product really appealed to me. I used SunWarrior Classic Vanilla for years in all my post-run smoothies, some creative baking, and more.
Eventually I just started trying some new things, but when Sunwarrior reached out to have my review some of their products, I was excited to go back to my roots!!
My breakfasts have looked like this a lot lately, usually after a quick morning workout so I can get some protein in quickly before class:
1-2 cups vanilla almond milk
1 cup frozen berries OR one banana
1 handful spinach
1 package Sunwarrior Protein
About the different proteins:
Classic Protein is made from a sprouted brown rice. Classic Protein is hypoallergenic and gentle on digestion. Warrior Blend is a synergistic combination of raw pea, cranberry, and hemp proteins with medium chain triglycerides from coconut oil. Warrior Blend has a slightly better amino acid profile and includes the anti-inflammatory power of coconut to speed recovery. Both are effective sources of protein. It normally comes down to personal preferences.
My thoughts on the flavors:
Classic vanilla & classic chocolate: really good, like I remembered. A little chalkier than some others I’ve tried, but not necessarily in a bad way! It almost just made the shakes taste malty. Not super sweet.
Warrior Blend Vanilla: I had tried this once in the past and wasn’t a fan, and I’m still not. A little too earthy I think.
Warrior Blend Chocolate: LOVED. My favorite of them all, which surprised me since I didn’t enjoy the vanilla as much. I would DEFINITELY get this chocolate warrior blend again. It was so good!!
I haven’t tried the super greens powders, activated barley, or special vitamin mineral formulas yet, just because I’m not super into that kind of thing at the moment. I’m sure I’ll get brave one day when I feel like I need a hefty dose of nutrition. It’s cool that they offer so many different types of unique supplements.
Some great things about Sunwarrior, from their website:
Sunwarrior is a premier all natural company, dedicated to providing the best raw, plant-based protein powders. Sunwarrior creates smooth, great tasting vegan protein powder and vegetarian protein powder for delicious shakes and smoothies, perfect for anyone and any lifestyle, not just vegans. All Sunwarrior proteins are gluten free protein powders and are non-GMO. They are also clean and completely free of solvents, radiation, artificial flavors, artificial preservatives, artificial colors, soy, yeast, wheat, or added sugars.
Sunwarrior seeks out only the best sources for our ingredients throughout the world, including the United States. Due to changing climates and growing seasons, we cannot source from only one country or region. We scrutinize and monitor the farms and facilities we deal with for the highest levels of quality and control. Every batch that enters the United States is tested and approved by the FDA. We also rely on our own quality control standards to ensure our ingredients are of the utmost quality.
Thanks to Sunwarrior for letting me review your great products, and keeping my breakfasts protein-full for an energized day. If you’re looking for a clean, plant-based protein powder, definitely try them out!!
Disclaimer: I was chosen for this review through hawke media and products were given to me free of charge. All opinions are my own.
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