Hemp Pro 70: Plant-Based Protein Powder // Review & Giveaway

9.07.2014

Here's the deal: as a runner, I really like the idea of healthy powders, shakes, and foods. The problem is, they're usually so expensive, and I never know what I'll actually like. I don't want to waste money on something I won't end up using because it tastes disgusting. Plus, let's face it. I'm lazy and cheap.

That's why I was really excited to have the chance to review the new chocolate and vanilla flavors of Hemp Pro 70 from Manitoba Harvest. These powders are plant-based, so they're vegan friendly and only contain four ingredients (hemp protein concentrate, organic coconut sugar, organic flavor, natural plant extracts).

Hardly anything these days has only four ingredients! That's madness.
After a run, I whipped up a tasty chocolate drink (milk + banana slices + chocolate protein powder), and I'm seriously telling you: this stuff is smooth. Like, not grainy at all. At allll. And it has a ton of protein: 14 grams per serving! Boom.

Hemp Pro 70 is the only water-soluble hemp protein power on the market currently, which I guess is lab talk for saying you don't need a blender to mix it. I did use a blender because of the bananas, but you really wouldn't need one if you're just mixing the powder with liquid. And it really tasted pretty good! I'd drink it again, is basically what I'm saying.

Click here for a $1 coupon to buy Hemp product in stores. 
Or, get 20% off online purchases with the code sweatpinkpro70

OR, just forget about buying some altogether and WIN a full-size bag of either chocolate or vanilla. All you have to do is leave me a comment letting me know which flavor you'd pick!

You must live in the US or Canada to win. Winner will be chosen on Friday, Sept 12.
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*Disclosure: I did receive samples of Hemp Pro 70 for free in exchange for this review. All opinions are my own. Pinky swear!
shelleystirs said...

I'd choose vanilla for versatility's sake.

Pamela said...

hmm prob vanilla!

Caroline @ In Due Time said...

Interesting only 4 ingredients! We are on such a strict diet that we are only able to have one kind of powder which is grass fed, etc. I wonder if this one would work on our eating plan :)

Robyn B said...

yum! chocolate all the way :)

JSpan said...

Definitely chocolate! I imagine that would be great with banana or peanut butter.

Erin LFF said...

I'm with you on picking out protein- its tough!!! I would take the vanilla if I Win! ;)

Jennifer Prod said...

chocolate, always chocolate <3

Ali said...

I would pick chocolate, because there is no other option! Haha! I'm always worried about these types of protein mixes as well. Spending money on something I may not like is never a fun prospect. Also, I feel like I should be eating "real food" instead of smoothies or shakes, but lately I'm in a rut with what I'm actually eating. And by rut, I mean I'm just eating horribly.

Cece @Mahogany Drive said...

I'd have to go with Vanilla. I don't like chocolate shakes for some reason! Getting in enough protein has been an ongoing project for the last few months so this would be awesome to win.

Amanda said...

I'd love to try the chocolate flavor! My favorite smoothie is chocolate protein powder, almond milk, frozen cherries, and bananas. Like a chocolate-covered cherry!

Beka @ Sunshine to the Square Inch said...

I've never heard of this but I think it would be a good option for vegans / vegetarians who run and workout a lot. I know protein isn't always easy for them to get. I would enter this giveaway but you know ... I'm packing for Asia and I gotta keep room for coffee and black beans =)

Unknown said...

I'd choose vanilla!

Breenah A said...

I'd choose chocolate, and truth be told it'd be Jarrod who would benefit from my winning. Well, and my bank account :)

Anonymous said...

ohh that sounds amazing! I'd pick chocolate!

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Lindsey said...

Chocolate! I started running this summer actually and have found myself rather addicted, I even get up at 5:10 to start my runs early enough to still get kids to school:) and a protein drink after would be great!

The Hungry Goat said...

Chocolate. No, vanilla. Wait, chocolate. Ugh, vanilla?

Can I have some more time to think about this?

Unknown said...

Chocolate for sure! Have you ever ever talked more about the health powders you use? When we started P90X3 we did a month of Shakeology, which was really good and we liked it, but it's crazy expensive. So we aren't using it any more. I would love to learn more about what other might be using, because I have no idea.

Unknown said...

Vanilla for versatility

Jen Mitchell said...

Chocolate. My current protein powder is vanilla and I like to alternate.

Jordan said...

Vanilla, for sure! It's so versatile and I love mixing flavors with protein powder.

Carolyn said...

Chocolate. Because......chocolate.

Susannah said...

I'd go with chocolate! :-)

Maria Elena Dominguez said...

Would love chocolate!

Julzinha said...

Definitely, Vanilla

Darby Elizabeth said...

I would take vanilla

Geoff Reese said...

Vanilla please. And yes it would be fair if I win even though I'm your Dad.

SA Collins said...

I would be grateful for either flavor. Thank you

hzeebee said...

Vanilla looks good....

monishareddy said...

Vanilla as I love all things Vanilla! I have been looking for a protein that is gentle on the stomach and hope this is it!

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