Rice protein powder is made from brown rice that has been ground and an enzyme added which separates the carbohydrates and starch from the protein.

Rice protein powder offers high levels of amino acids in a hypoallergenic form that seldom presents any negative effects.

Rice protein powder has been shown in studies to provide the same effectiveness for weight loss as whey protein.

While rice is often considered for its carb content, surprisingly its one of the best sources of plant based protein when compared with whey.

Rice protein powder lasts extremely well and manufacturers often provide expiry dates up to 2 years.

Rice protein powder that is not already blended with pea and other plant proteins is a little harder to find.

Rice protein powder is hypoallergenic and a highly bioavailable source of protein that is considered safe for supplementing protein intake.

Rice protein powder is very high in many amino acids, but deficient in a few essential amino acids, which are necessary for a complete protein.

Pure protein from rice protein powder contains 4 calories per gram as with all other protein.

Rice does not naturally contain gluten which makes rice protein powder an ideal source for gluten intolerance or those with celiac disease.