Soy protein powder is an excellent source of protein for those seeking an alternative to whey protein.

Unfortunately soy protein powder does not provide the same capacity for muscle development as whey and other animal sourced proteins.

As a general rule we would not recommend using more than two serves of soy protein powder each day.

Soy protein powder makes one of the best alternative protein sources for vegans seeking to avoid animal based products.

Soy protein powder can make an excellent protein supplement for use as a meal replacement on a weight loss diet.

Pure soy protein powder is gluten free, as it is made from soy beans which do not contain gluten protein.

Raw soy protein powder contains around 4 calories per gram of protein. The calories can rise in soy powders depending on the purity and any additives.

Soy protein powder can be used to supplement protein intake directly after exercise or as part of a meal replacement diet for weight loss.

For vegans and vegetarians, soy protein powder offers an excellent alternative to whey as a protein source.

Soy protein powder like any other has its own health characteristics and in some circumstances may result in unintended side effects.