The Cleanest Protein Powder all Mom’s Should Be Drinking!

Are you lacking nutrients because you simply don’t have time to eat, or cook, or anything for that matter? Do you currently drink protein shakes and find them to be chalky or just terrible tasting? After having my little one, I turned to shakes in hopes to lose the baby weight and add in extra nutrients while I was breastfeeding. I tried quite a few, some were making me feel bloated, some were just plain terrible tasting, and some were good! I was determined to find one that was tasty, nutritious and had little to no sugar.

It wasn’t until I had my child, that I found out I was sensitive to dairy. At the time, I was drinking Orgain, a decent tasting nutritious powder. Not to mention super convenient since it was sold at Costco. My only issue was, it is a Whey based protein powder. And the sole reason I was bloating! You see, whey is a dairy protein and my body was no longer a friend to dairy!

Unbeknownst to me, my child sadly had the same problem!

So I looked to a vegetarian protein powder. Due to breastfeeding,  I was lacking nutrients and needed to supplement. I had been drinking Shakeology for a while and switched over to their vegetarian product to substitute for the Whey shake I was previously drinking.  Shakeology was great and I liked the flavour, but I especially loved that my kiddo would drink it. It is a complete nutrition shake but it was super expensive and I wasn’t a fan of the whole multi-level marketing situation that came with it.

In all effort to find a shake as nutritious as Shakeology was I got to researching. Ultimately, I found  So Lean So Clean and oh my goodness I was in love! There were so many bonuses for me when it came to this shake.  Enzymes, Probiotics and B Vitamins to name a few, have all been added to this shake.

What I love about Ora Organics So Lean So Clean!

Ok, let me back up a bit. I have been suffering from sinus issues for two and a half years so when I was researching better nutrition and stumbled upon Ora Organics I was ecstatic!

This amazing meal replacement checked all the boxes, Gluten-free, lactose-free, soy-free, non-GMO, no preservatives and no added sugar or flavourings.

Best of all, I was looking for more energy, and a natural way to regulate mood swings. In my research, I noticed an ingredient Sacha Inchi. At the time I had no idea what this was, so I looked it up and it turns out, the main function is to regulate serotonin levels. Scored!!! Seriously jumping for joy at this point when I saw this.  

There are plenty of brands on the market for you to choose from and making the decision should be based on your bodies specific needs. In my journey, I have met so many moms with specific needs and crazy allergies. Of course, there is no product or brand that is perfect for everyone, but this shake comes in pretty close!

With food sensitivities being more common, our Adrenals out of wack and amounts of stress we endure; It is extremely important for us to eat cleaner and stay nourished. This is especially the case if we are nursing mammas. ( literally getting the life sucked out of us!)

What makes this powder so clean!

So lean So Clean is a plant-based, nutrient-rich powder derived from plants. With allergies and sensitivities running wild at my home, I knew I needed to strip the diet and the added 2 servings of organic veggies per shake was a great start.

If a powder contained soy or whey I would stay away. Soy is for sure a no go because many of the soy products in the United States are Genetically Modified not to mention soy contains estrogen, a hormone we don’t need any more of, especially as hormonal moms! So Lean So Clean’s protein source comes from peas and organic plants making it a clear choice.

Ora Organic Protein powder is packed with plant-based superfoods. It includes 22 grams of protein and 1 gram of sugar.  Their sugar comes from monk fruit and organic stevia which creates a balanced level of sweetness.

This high protein and little sugar content shake are great especially if you are following a low carb diet and want to lose the baby weight.

Ok, so why is Ora Organic so great for Moms?

Let’s look at a few ingredients that support a woman whos nutrients are being depleted from her body. I am not breastfeeding anymore, but I  still need more nutrients than before, just so I can function and be more present for my family. I have listed 3 ingredients I found to be exciting. I’m a dork I know! But if you want to geek out with me here you go!

1. Acerola, This cherry helps boost immune support and is rich in vitamin C as well as being high in vitamin B and antioxidants. I’ll take that! (school season)
2. Acai, these berries are rich in Omega fatty acids which help the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins and high in iron, calcium and antioxidants
3. Sacha Inchi, A great source of protein that helps produce serotonin. Hello, I love me some healthy serotonin levels! I’m talking to you, mood swings.

These are just a few of the ingredients Ora Organic has in their chocolate protein powder. If you would like to see the full list of details check out one of the links to their site from this post and click on the ingredient. Each ingredient will give an explanation for you.

Still nursing? No Problem!

What makes this shake so great for nursing moms? Well, it’s a nutrient-rich dense powder that is packed with enzymes to break down nutrients properly. It’s full of essential fatty acids that make your milk rich in nutrients for your baby. With a combination of ingredients that help boost milk supply.

This protein shake is gluten-free, lactose-free, and soy-free making it a green light for any potential sensitivities you or your baby may have.

Have a toddler? My little one Loves the tase!

Many children are sensitive to milk, so, giving your child a whey based protein drink may affect their tummy. Often the whey-based powder tastes better. However, this shake is super smooth and delicious. That can be hard to come by with a vegan powder.

Another bonus, a plant-based powder can give them the nutrients they may be lacking with diet while keeping their brain clear for growth.

When I was a new mom, I had no idea my sinus issues were a direct relation to a dairy allergy. It wasn’t until I saw my extremely small child break out in eczema that I ditched the dairy. My oh so favourite food!

The health and well being of my family is why I have made this protein shake my number one choice.

With all the brands on the market, it can be really hard to determine what’s right for you! Below is a  list of ingredients so you can decide for yourself.

There you have it! I truly hope this helped you as it helped me. I was so happy to have found So Lean So Clean, I had to share. If you need to make the switch from Whey to a vegetarian protein I hope you try Ora Organics out. It can be hard to make the switch but your body will thank you!

Stephanie