NOW Foods Sports Whey Protein Matcha -- 2 lbs

NOW Health Products Available at Vitacost NOW Sports Whey Protein Matcha Description NOW Sports Whey Protein With BCAAs 25 g Protein Added Glutamine Matcha with Other Natural Flavors Steroid Free Non-GMO No Aspartame • No Sucralose • No Acesulfame-K NOW® Whey Protein is a delicious blend of high quality whey protein concentrate and isolate. This blend of specially processed whey proteins is designed to maximize amino acid absorption and biological value (BV). Each 1 scoop serving typically has over 5,300 mg of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). Extra glutamine has also been added (467 mg per serving) to this blend. In addition, matcha green tea, a superfood with naturally occurring polyphenols, chlorophyll, and L-theanine has been included. It’s the perfect alternative to coffee and because of its strong flavor, it is an invigorating add-on to a protein shake. Whey protein is considered to have the highest biological value (BV) of any protein source – superior in essential amino acid content to beef, milk, casein or soy. Directions Suggested Usage: Add 1 level scoop daily to 8 oz. of cold water, milk, or your favorite beverage. Stir or blend.   Approx. 32 mg caffeine per 1 scoop serving.   Store in a cool, dry, dark place after opening.   Notice: Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction. Free Of Aspartame, sucralose, acesulfame-K, steroid and GMOs. *These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Nutrition Facts Serving Size: 1 Level Scoop (43 g) Servings per Container: About 21 Amount Per Serving% Daily Value Calories160 Total Fat2.5 g3%    Saturated Fat1 g5%    Trans Fat0 g Cholesterol50 mg17% Sodium60 mg3% Total Carbohydrate9 g3%    Dietary Fiber1 g4%    Total Sugars2 g      Includes 0g Added Sugars0%    Xylitol4 g Protein26 g52% Vitamin D0 mcg0% Calcium170 mg15% Iron0.6 mg4% Potassium240 mg6% Typical Amino Acid Profile Essential Amino Acids L-Histidine416 mg L-Isoleucine1558 mg L-Leucine2675 mg L-Lysine2624 mg L-Methionine546 mg L-Phenylalanine780 mg L-Threonine1688 mg L-Tryptophan442 mg L-Valine1145 mg Non-Essential Amino Acids L-Alanine1273 mg L-Arginine623 mg L-Cysteine727 mg L-Glutamic Acid4395 mg Glycine442 mg L-Proline1481 mg L-Serine1294 mg L-Tyrosine830 mg Other Ingredients: Whey protein concentrate, xylitol, organic matcha green tea leaf powder, whey protein isolate, l-glutamine, natural vanilla flavor, organic stevia leaf extract, sunflower lecithin, xanthan gum. Contains Milk. Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, egg, fish, shellfish or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens. Warnings Caution: Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction. Xylitol is harmful to pets; seek veterinary care immediately if ingestion is suspected.   Natural color variation may occur in this product. The product you receive may contain additional details or differ from what is shown on this page, or the product may have additional information revealed by partially peeling back the label. We recommend you reference the complete information included with your product before consumption and do not rely solely on the details shown on this page. For more information, please see our full disclaimer.