{"product_id":"sprout-living-epic-protein-organic-plant-protein-certified-organic-additive-free","title":"Sprout Living Epic Protein Organic Plant Protein, Made Fresh, Vegan, Gluten-Free, Non-GMO","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSprout Living Epic Protein Organic Plant Protein Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprout Living Epic Protein\u003c\/strong\u003e is a premium organic plant protein powder built from whole-food sources — not just isolated pea protein. Up to 26 g of complete plant protein per serving from five complementary sources (yellow pea, pumpkin seed, sunflower seed, sacha inchi, cranberry seed) blended with adaptogens (maca, cacao), digestive prebiotics (Jerusalem artichoke), and antioxidant superfoods. No artificial sweeteners, gums, fillers, or flavour systems. Certified organic, vegan, gluten-free, non-GMO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"vitamart-trust-strip\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins Lowest Prices\u003c\/strong\u003e  |  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/pages\/low-price-guarantee\"\u003eLowest Price in Canada — Guaranteed\u003c\/a\u003e  |  Ships from Ontario across Canada\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuick Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein per serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 26 g (varies by flavour)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein sources\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYellow pea, pumpkin seed, sunflower seed, sacha inchi, cranberry seed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmino acid profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eComplete (multi-source blend covers all essentials)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaca (adaptogen), cacao (antioxidants), Jerusalem artichoke (prebiotic fibre)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's NOT in it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArtificial sweeteners, gums, fillers, artificial flavours, dairy, soy, gluten\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertified organic, non-GMO\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVegan, gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest taken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlended into smoothies for best texture and taste\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Sprout Living Epic Protein Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegans and vegetarians wanting a complete plant protein — the five-source blend covers all essential amino acids\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople with dairy sensitivities or who avoid whey for digestive reasons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants plant protein without artificial sweeteners, gums, or flavour systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople wanting clean-label protein without sucralose, stevia, sugar alcohols, or xanthan gum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoothie drinkers wanting protein + superfoods + adaptogens in one scoop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAthletes and active adults focused on plant-based recovery\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople interested in organic certification and whole-food formulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e If maximizing muscle protein synthesis is your only goal and you tolerate dairy, whey protein has slightly better leucine content per gram — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/north-coast-naturals-100-iso-protein\"\u003eNorth Coast 100% Iso Protein\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want the lowest cost per gram of plant protein, simpler pea protein powders or blends like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/vega-all-in-one\"\u003eVega All In One\u003c\/a\u003e deliver protein at lower price points. Different approaches for different priorities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEpic Protein is for customers who want plant protein without artificial sweeteners or thickeners — no sucralose, no stevia, no xanthan gum. It blends five plant proteins (yellow pea, pumpkin seed, sunflower seed, sacha inchi, cranberry seed) for a complete amino acid profile, plus whole-food additions like maca, cacao, and Jerusalem artichoke prebiotic fibre. Certified organic, vegan, made fresh in small batches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Sprout Living Epic Protein Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSprout Living Epic vs Vega All In One\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprout Living Epic (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Five whole-food plant protein sources, organic, no artificial sweeteners or gums, includes adaptogens and prebiotics. Premium-priced.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVega All In One:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant protein with added greens, vitamins, and minerals — a meal-replacement-style shake. More accessible price point. Uses stevia\/erythritol for sweetness. Different approach — nutritional shake vs clean protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSprout Living Epic vs Vega Sport\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprout Living Epic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Whole-food protein blend with adaptogens and superfoods. Higher carbs and more comprehensive nutrition.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVega Sport Protein:\u003c\/strong\u003e Performance-focused plant protein — higher protein per scoop, lower carbs, designed for post-workout recovery. Uses some sweeteners. Different goal entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSprout Living Epic vs Whey Protein\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSprout Living Epic:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant-based, dairy-free, organic. Includes superfoods. Often gentler on digestion for those with dairy sensitivities.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhey Protein:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dairy-based. Slightly higher leucine per gram (relevant for muscle protein synthesis). Lower cost per gram. A fit if you tolerate dairy and want maximum muscle-building efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's the Difference Between Single-Source and Multi-Source Plant Protein?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant proteins have a long-standing nutritional reality: single plant sources are typically incomplete in at least one essential amino acid. The classic examples:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePea protein:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low in methionine but high in lysine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRice protein:\u003c\/strong\u003e High in methionine but low in lysine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHemp protein:\u003c\/strong\u003e Decent balance but lower total protein per gram.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePumpkin seed protein:\u003c\/strong\u003e High in zinc and magnesium, balanced amino acids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSacha inchi protein:\u003c\/strong\u003e High in tryptophan and omega-3 alpha-linolenic acid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMulti-source plant proteins like Epic Protein combine complementary sources so the final amino acid profile is complete — covering all the essential amino acids your body can't make on its own. The five protein sources in Epic Protein were specifically chosen to complement each other and create a complete profile from whole-food ingredients rather than synthetic amino acid fortification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Blend 2 scoops with 250-300 ml of water, plant milk, or a smoothie base. Plant proteins blend best in a blender rather than a shaker bottle. Add fruits, nut butters, or other smoothie ingredients to customize taste and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan be used post-workout, as a meal supplement, or as part of a daily smoothie routine. Talk to a healthcare practitioner before use if you have a medical condition or take medications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy no stevia or sucralose?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSprout Living's philosophy is whole-food formulation — they avoid artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols, and even stevia. The natural sweetness comes from the whole-food ingredients (especially cacao in chocolate flavours).\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs it a complete protein?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYes. The five-source plant protein blend (pea, pumpkin seed, sunflower seed, sacha inchi, cranberry seed) covers all essential amino acids. You don't need to combine it with other protein sources to get a complete amino acid profile.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for muscle building?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor most active people, yes. Plant proteins can support muscle growth and recovery when total daily protein intake is adequate (1.2-2.0 g per kg of body weight). If maximizing protein synthesis is your only priority, whey protein has slightly higher leucine per gram — but Epic Protein gives you organic clean-label nutrition that whey doesn't.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eHow does it mix?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePlant proteins generally blend best in a blender rather than a shaker bottle. Add it to a smoothie with your choice of liquid and other ingredients.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhy is there Jerusalem artichoke in it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eJerusalem artichoke is naturally rich in inulin, a prebiotic fibre that feeds beneficial gut bacteria. Adding it to protein powder supports digestive comfort and microbiome health — useful especially because high-protein diets sometimes reduce dietary fibre intake.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs the cacao caffeinated?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCacao naturally contains small amounts of caffeine — typically 5-15 mg per serving (much less than a cup of coffee, which is 95-200 mg). 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