Ingredients & Testing

Do any Nuzest products contain/use buckwheat?

Our products do not use buckwheat.

Is your Thaumatin produced using recombinant DNA technology? What genetic engineering for the sweetener are you using?

No Recombinant DNA Technology is used in the manufacture of Thaumatin. The Thaumatin is obtained by extracting it from the Katemfe Fruit.

Do your protein powders and/or bars contain sulfites?

We can confirm that there are no sulfites in our bars and protein powder.

What ingredients are in Clean Lean Protein/Digestive Support protein flavors?

Please see below for the ingredients within our Clean Lean Protein flavors. Just Natural: Pea protein isolate Smooth Vanilla: Pea protein isolate, Natural vanilla flavor, Thaumatin Rich Chocolate: Pea Protein isolate, Cocoa powder (organic), Natural

What does Natural Flavors mean on your ingredient list?

The term “natural flavors” means that the natural product has been used to create the flavor. This does not mean that it is just the vanilla, fruit juice, etc., as there would not be enough intensity to make enough of an impact for flavoring. The fl

Are Nuzest products vegan?

All of Nuzest's products are vegan. This includes Clean Lean Protein, bars, Kids Good Stuff, and Digestive Support Protein. The peas used in Clean Lean Protein are a vegetable source and the natural flavorings are plant-derived, making Clean Lean Pro

Where are your peas sourced from?

The pea protein isolates used to create Clean Lean Protein come from sustainably cultivated European golden peas grown in Northern France. Complete with all nine essential amino acids, it is a natural source of iron, tasty, and easily digestible From

Are Nuzest products certified organic?

Nuzest products are not currently certified organic. The brand represents the very highest quality of pea protein we can get in the world. Currently, we can't guarantee the supply of organically certified protein of this quality. Our products are cl

Have Nuzest products been tested for heavy metals, allergens, and contaminants? Why did you add the Proposition 65 warning to your canisters?

At Nuzest, we receive Certificates of Analyses to verify that all of the ingredients meet regulatory conditions and specifications. All of our product lines (Clean Lean Protein, Kids Good Stuff, Protein Bars, and Digestive Support Support) are routin

Do Nuzest products contain dairy?

Nuzest’s products are dairy-free.

Do Clean Lean Protein, Digestive Support Protein or Kids Good Stuff products contain any type of nuts?

Our Clean Lean Protein and Kids Good Stuff does not contain nuts, however, our Clean Lean Protein Bars and Good Green Vitality Bars do as they're blended with nuts, fruit, and seeds to produce a nutritious on-the-go source of quality nutrition. Regar

How much protein should I consume in a day?

The amount of protein your body needs varies based on your physical size, dietary structure, how much you exercise, and your specific goals. As a general rule, take just under ¼ gram of protein for every pound of bodyweight in a shake or smoothie. If

I have an allergy to green peas. Can I still consume golden peas?

Golden peas are simply green peas that are harvested when they turn yellow. If you have a green pea allergy, you will also have an allergy to golden peas. It also depends on what part of the pea you're allergic to. The isolation process removes a lot

Do Nuzest products contain adaptogens?

An adaptogen is (in herbal medicine) a natural substance considered to help the body adapt to stress and to exert a normalizing effect upon bodily processes. The Clean Lean Protein flavors that include adaptogens are Chai Turmeric + Maca and Vanilla

Do Nuzest products contain lecithin?

We use sunflower lecithin in some of our Kid's Good Stuff & Good Green Vitality bars. Sunflower lecithin is made by dehydrating a sunflower and separating it into three parts: oil, gum, and solids. The lecithin comes from the gum. It is processed thr

Are there preservatives in Nuzest products?

There are no preservatives in any of our products.

Do you test your products for mycotoxins?

Our products are not tested for mycotoxins. While legumes, including peas, are known to be a source of mycotoxins, the water isolation process used to extract the amino acids from the European golden pea means little of the pea is left and would erad

Is it safe to consume raw Maca powder?

Raw Maca powder is widely sold and used as an ingredient in consumables. Like all ingredients, this ingredient is safe when consumed at normal consumption levels. A medicinal dose of Maca is considered to be up to 3 grams daily. Nuzest's dose of Maca

Does Nuzest test for glyphosate/pesticides?

Nuzest products are tested for glyphosate and these tests confirm that glyphosate levels in our products <.100 mg/kg which is classified as "very low toxicity" according to the National Pesticide Information Center. Glyphosate is an herbicide that is

How much manganese is in each serving of Clean Lean Protein and Kids Good Stuff products?

Manganese is a mineral that is found in several foods including nuts, legumes, seeds, tea, whole grains, and leafy green vegetables. Please see below for specifics on manganese levels per 25-gram serving. Just Natural: 0.2 milligrams (10% of Daily

Do your products contain glutamic acid? Is this the same as MSG?

No, our products do not contain MSG. Glutamic acid (and glutamine) are amino acids that have nothing functionally in common with MSG (monosodium glutamate). The glutamate portion of MSG is the same amino form, but the functional characteristics of MS

How many servings are in Clean Lean Protein and Kids Good Stuff products?

Nuzest has three product lines and we offer various sizes in each product. Please see below for the specifics on sizes. Clean Lean Protein (all flavors) Sachet: 1 serving, 25 grams Canister: 10 servings, 8.8 ounces Canister: 20 servings, 17.6 ounce

Are Nuzest products certified Kosher?

Clean Lean Protein and other products are not Kosher certified.

Is there a fermentation process with Nuzest products?

Fermented foods are defined as “foods or beverages produced through controlled microbial growth, and the conversion of food components through enzymatic action”. Many foods have historically undergone fermentation, including meat and fish, dairy, veg

Are Nuzest products gluten-free and suitable for those with Celiac disease ?

All Nuzest products (Clean Lean Protein, Kids Good Stuff, and Digestive Support protein blends) are tested for gluten under Australian and New Zealand regulations, which are far more stringent than standards in the United States. The United States re

How much protein should I be taking after a workout?

The amount of protein your body needs after a workout varies based on the length and intensity of your workout, physical size, dietary structure, and goals. As a general rule, you should consume just under ¼ gram of protein for every pound of bodywei

How much iron do Clean Lean Protein and Kids Good Stuff contain?

The following flavors contain 4 milligrams per 25-gram serving of Clean Lean Protein (20% of Daily Value) Just Natural Smooth Vanilla Rich Chocolate Real Coffee Wild Strawberry Coffee Coconut + MCTs The following flavors contain 3 milligrams per

Is there sesame in the facility/on the same equipment as the protein powders?

Based on the manufacturer’s document, we can confirm that they do not handle sesame seed in their facility. We can confirm that the statement on Sesame applies to Kids Good Stuff as well.

Oligofructose ingredient found in protein bars

Oligosaccharides are plant-based and derived short chain dietary fibers, which the body can’t digest and therefore doesn’t add calories, like normal sugar or starch like carbohydrates would do. Oligosaccharides are considered functional food ingredie

What is L-glutamine made from? Is your L-glutamine derived from corn?

The L-glutamine in Digestive Support Protein is sourced from corn or corn derivatives. Digestive Support Protein does not contain any genetic engineering or genetically modified raw materials. L-glutamine is derived from corn but don’t worry. First,

What is the isolation process for Nuzest's pea protein?

The exact isolation process is as follows:. Dehulled peas are submitted for milling and protein extraction in a wet process. No organic solvents (such as hexane) or enzymes are added. Protein extraction involves solubilization by pH regulation follow