{"product_id":"vega-performance-protein-creatine-powder","title":"Vega Performance Protein + Creatine, Plant-Based Protein Powder, Supports Muscle Growth and Recovery, 864g-918g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eVega Performance Protein + Creatine Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVega Performance Protein + Creatine\u003c\/strong\u003e is a plant-based protein powder built specifically for strength training and muscle development. Each scoop delivers 30g of complete plant protein (pea + rice blend) plus 3g of creatine monohydrate — the only sports supplement with research backing for strength and lean muscle gains comparable to whey. Naturally provides 5g of BCAAs and 10g of EAAs for recovery support. Vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free, lactose-free, no artificial flavours or preservatives. Made in Canada by Vega.\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 scoop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30g plant protein (pea + rice blend)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCreatine per scoop\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3g creatine monohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBCAAs \/ EAAs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5g BCAAs + 10g EAAs (naturally occurring)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e864-918g (16-18 servings)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVega — Canadian plant-based sports nutrition brand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCanada\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, dairy-free, lactose-free, no artificial flavours or preservatives\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest taken\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePost-workout or anytime to support daily protein intake\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Vega Performance Protein + Creatine Is For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant-based strength trainers who want creatine built into their protein instead of buying it separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVegans and vegetarians who want a sports-focused protein with the most-researched performance supplement included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeople with dairy sensitivity or lactose intolerance who can't tolerate whey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnyone wanting a simpler routine — one product for protein + creatine instead of two\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eActive adults focused on strength, power, and lean muscle development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCanadians who want plant-based sports nutrition from a Canadian brand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho this product is NOT for:\u003c\/strong\u003e If you want pure protein without creatine (because you supplement creatine separately or don't want it), \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/vega-sport-performance-protein\"\u003eVega Sport Protein\u003c\/a\u003e is the protein-only version. If you want maximum leucine per scoop for muscle protein synthesis, whey isolate has slightly higher leucine per gram — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/pvl-iso-gold\"\u003ePVL IsoGold\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/north-coast-naturals-100-iso-protein\"\u003eNorth Coast 100% Iso Protein\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want a more complete all-in-one nutritional shake with greens and a multi included, see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/vega-one\"\u003eVega All in One\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/progressive-vegessential-all-in-one\"\u003eProgressive VegEssential\u003c\/a\u003e. If you want creatine alone for the lowest cost per gram, a separate creatine monohydrate works fine — see \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vitamart.ca\/products\/thorne-creatine\"\u003eThorne Creatine\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVitamart's Take\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVega Performance Protein + Creatine gives you two of the most useful workout supplements in one scoop, so there's no juggling separate tubs. It pairs solid plant protein for recovery with creatine for strength, and it's dairy-free, so it works if you don't do whey. It mixes well and sits easily on the stomach, which isn't a given with plant proteins. One scoop covers both jobs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Vega Performance Protein + Creatine Compares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVega Performance Protein + Creatine vs Vega Sport Protein\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVega Performance Protein + Creatine (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e 30g plant protein + 3g creatine monohydrate. One scoop for both.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVega Sport Protein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30g plant protein only. No creatine. A fit if you supplement creatine separately or don't want it. Lower cost per serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVega Performance Protein + Creatine vs Whey Protein\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVega Performance Protein + Creatine (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant-based, vegan, dairy-free. Includes creatine. Often easier on digestion for dairy-sensitive people.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhey Protein (PVL IsoGold, North Coast Iso):\u003c\/strong\u003e Dairy-based. Slightly higher leucine per gram. No creatine included (you'd supplement separately). A different protein source for different dietary preferences.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eVega Performance Protein + Creatine vs Vega All in One\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVega Performance Protein + Creatine (this product):\u003c\/strong\u003e Sports-focused. 30g protein + creatine. No greens or multivitamin.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVega All in One:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20g protein + greens + vitamins + minerals + fibre. Daily nutrition shake rather than a sports-focused recovery shake. Different goals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Does Creatine Actually Do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreatine is the most-researched sports supplement in nutrition science. Here's what the research actually supports:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrength and power:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creatine helps your muscles produce more ATP (cellular energy) during short, intense efforts — like lifting weights or sprinting. Most adults notice modest strength gains within 2-4 weeks of consistent use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLean muscle gains:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combined with resistance training, creatine supports more lean muscle development than training without it. Effect sizes are modest but consistent across studies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHydration in muscles:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creatine draws water into muscle cells, which is part of why people notice fuller-looking muscles within the first 1-2 weeks. This is harmless and reverses if you stop taking creatine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrain support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Some research suggests creatine may also support cognitive function, especially in vegetarians and vegans whose dietary creatine intake is naturally lower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSafety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creatine has been studied extensively for decades and is one of the safest sports supplements available. Most adults tolerate 3-5g daily without issues.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant-based eaters often benefit more from creatine supplementation than meat-eaters because dietary creatine comes primarily from meat and fish — vegans typically have lower baseline creatine stores in their muscles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdults: Mix 1 scoop with 250-350 ml of cold water, plant milk, or in a smoothie. Best consumed within 30-60 minutes after training for post-workout recovery, or anytime during the day to support daily protein and creatine intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor most adults, 1-2 scoops daily covers protein supplementation needs and provides 3-6g of creatine. Total daily protein intake of 1.2-2.0g per kg of body weight supports muscle growth and recovery for active adults. Talk to a healthcare practitioner before use if you have kidney disease or a medical condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs 3g of creatine enough?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe research-supported range is 3-5g daily for maintenance. 3g per scoop is at the lower end — most adults will see benefits at this dose, but some strength trainers add an extra 2g of creatine separately to hit the 5g target. If you take 2 scoops daily, you're at 6g, which is also fine.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eDo I need to load creatine?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eNot necessarily. Older protocols used a loading phase (20g daily for 5-7 days) to saturate muscle stores quickly. Newer research shows that taking 3-5g daily consistently reaches the same end point in 3-4 weeks. Both approaches work — loading is faster but not required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill the creatine cause water weight gain?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSlightly, yes. Creatine draws water into muscle cells, which is part of how it works. Most adults notice 1-2 kg of intracellular water weight in the first few weeks. This is harmless and isn't fat gain. If you stop taking creatine, this reverses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWill I feel a difference from plant protein vs whey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor most adults, the answer is no — if your total daily protein intake is adequate. Whey has slightly higher leucine per gram, which may matter for elite strength athletes maximizing muscle protein synthesis. For general fitness, recovery, and muscle support, plant protein blends like this work effectively when total protein intake is sufficient.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I take it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe classic protocol is 30-60 minutes after training. Research increasingly shows that total daily protein and creatine intake matter more than precise timing. Any time of day works if you're hitting your daily targets.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003e➕ \u003cstrong\u003eIs it easier on digestion than whey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor people with lactose sensitivity or dairy intolerance, yes — plant protein avoids the lactose issue entirely. For people who tolerate dairy fine, both options digest well. 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