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NUTRITION Raw Banana ‘Nicecream’ 4 frozen bananas 2 scoops Rev Foods raw banana Protein 2 tbsp chia seeds 240ml plant milk 2 tbsp cacao powder (optional) Method: Chop the bananas and add to a blender along with everything except for the cacao powder. Blend until smooth. Remove half the mixture, and blend the cacao into the other half to create two layers. Serve and enjoy! Protein 55g Thinking of going green? Here’s a little more about the benefits of consuming Raw Sport vegan protein products. They contain: Bio fermented pea protein (organically grown) Organically grown Canadian fermented yellow pea protein. A protein that is hypoallergenic and high in essential amino acids. Fermented without heat to provide 80% protein by weight. UK hemp protein powder (organically grown) Organically grown UK hemp protein powder. A super food that contains 47% protein with all 9 essential amino acids present, 21% fibre and the omega 3&6 essential fatty acids. Quinoa protein powder (organically grown) The South American super seed is very common on people’s plates, but not as a protein powder this ingredient is really new on the market especially the 65% protein version. Toffee Fudge Protein Balls Makes 18 balls (5.4g protein per ball) 210g oats 110g Rev Foods toffee fudge protein powder 8 Medjool dates 70g coconut oil 70g fruit syrup Method: Simply melt the coconut oil and whizz everything up together in a food processor. Form the balls with your hands. Store in an airtight container in the fridge, or freezer if you want to keep them for longer than 4-5 days. 90 MUSCLE & FITNESS / MARCH 2018 BCAA 2:1:1 derived from sunflowers BCAAs have been scientifically proven to reduce fatigue, accelerate recovery, reduce muscle soreness and improve the use of fat for energy. BCAAs are used during physical exercise because they play an important role in energy uptake by improving glucose uptake and reducing insulin sensitivity. Valine, isoleucine, leucine are the three main amino acids for muscle repair & growth. Live probiotic bacteria blend The human gut is a complex eco system occupied by a diverse microbial community. The balance of bacteria that reside within the gut can play a crucial role in human health. One serving of revolution foods premium vegan protein provides five billion probiotic microorganisms per scoop. Probiotics have been scientifically proven to: • Suppress the growth of pathogens • Improve absorption and digestion of nutrients • Help control body weight • Support immunity • Lower cholesterol Konjac glucomannan Konjac glucomannan is a soluble fibre and exerts excellent prebiotic effects by feeding the friendly bacteria in the intestines. Konjac glucomannan boosts lactic acid bacteria and colonic fermentation, promoting improved defecation frequency. Plant-based digestive enzymes A protein product is only as good as its capacity to be optimally digested. Raw Sport have added a plant based