Why You Should Choose Purity Verified, Superfood Plant-Based Protein
Looking for a plant-based protein supplement that is made from a superfood, not a low-cost commodity crop? Would you also like it
- to not to hurt your stomach,
- be purity verified for heavy metals and pesticides,
- have the highest quality amino acid profile, and
- help protect the Amazon Rainforest?
We thought so. No worries, we’ve got you covered!
In a Nutshell: How is ZEGO’s Organic Protein Better?
- BEYOND ORGANIC: PURITY VERIFIED FOR HEAVY METALS, GLYPHOSATE, AND PESTICIDES
- HIGHEST QUALITY, COMPLETE PLANT PROTEIN
- MADE FROM WHOLE SEEDS, NOT ISOLATES
- SUPERIOR DIGESTABILITY
- PROMOTES RAINFOREST HEALTH
- SUPPORTS SMALL FAMILY FARMS IN AMAZON
- TOP 14 ALLERGY FREE PROTEIN, GLUTEN FREE PROTEIN
Keep reading to learn more!
How Does Our Superfood Plant Protein Compare to Others?
We wondered the same. So, we put together this chart. And, we didn’t cheat — we know we are superior to many brands on the market but we wanted to compare to the “better for you” brands. How do we measure up? Pretty darn well. You may already know that no one compares to ZEGO when it comes to purity and transparency. But what you may learn is that our products–including our sacha inchi seed protein–are nutritionally superior to most others on the market. Just check this chart below to see a few of the differences that set us apart.
Recipes with our Pure Sacha Inchi Seed Protein Powder
- Lemon Raspberry Power Balls by Kathlena @theallergychef.
- Pumpkin Bars by Sam Guarnieri @samdoesherbest.
- African Vegan Soup by @greenandwell is adapted from @cookieandkate.
Find more recipes using our plant-based protein powder on our Magazine>Recipe page!
Here’s All the Deets on our Amazing Organic Plant-Based Protein
- SUPERIOR PLANT-BASED NUTRITION
- Sacha inchi protein is a “whole food” product that is simply cold pressed, roasted, and ground seeds, which makes an ideal powder of about 65% protein by weight.
- Most rice, soy, pea, whey and other protein powders are highly processed “isolates” made by using industrial enzymes or chemicals to strip the carbs from protein creating a powder with 90%+ protein.
- You absorb 20%-40% more of our protein because the isolate proteins pass through your system too quickly for you to digest them completely.
- Sacha inchi protein also has a superior, more balanced amino acid profile to other plant proteins like rice, soy, pea or hemp protein.
- Here is the amino acid profile in 1 gram of sacha inchi protein powder.
- PURITY VERIFIED FOR PESTICIDES & HEAVY METALS
- We purity verify our organic plant-based protein for heavy metals, glyphosate, aflatoxins, and 400+ other agricultural pesticides. Organic certification does not cover heavy metals.
- The Clean Label Project did a study showing that the majority of organic plant protein powders were contaminated with high heavy metal levels.
- We give you 100% transparency — our purity test results are linked to each bag through its QR code and are on our website.
- EASY TO DIGEST
- You’ll find our organic plant-based protein easy on your tummy because it digests more slowly and has more of its natural nutrients attached to it.
- We test and have found no detectable amount of aflatoxins, a common fungus in seeds that can cause severe tummy upset all the way to death (yikes).
- VERIFIED FREE OF TOP ALLERGEN AND GLUTEN
- We process our protein powder in a top 14 allergen-free facility.
- We test it for gluten (<5PPM) and allergens (<2.5PPM) to be sure there are signs of cross contact.
- No corn is in our facility.
- SUPPORTS SMALL U.S. FARMERS & OUR PLANET
- We buy from small family farms in the Amazon that are “beyond organic” in their farming practices.
- There is an income support program for the families in case of crop loss.
- Sacha inchi seeds are a valuable crop grown in the shade of the Amazon Rainforest, helping to maintain the health of this vital part of our planet.
- BETTER FLAVOR & TEXTURE
- Our protein has a roasted flavor, making it particularly good in baking.
- Our new protein (launched Sept 2021) is a finer grind than our previous version. It has a medium-light texture to it.
This is the amino acid profile of ONE GRAM of sacha inchi protein powder. A tablespoon of sacha inchi protein has about 6 grams in it. Three tablespoons is roughly a “scoop” measure used by other brands.
Allergen Statement
Made in a Top 14 Allergy Free Facility, No Soy, No Peanut, No Tree Nuts, No Sesame, No Dairy, No Egg, No Mustard, No Sea Creatures, No Wheat, No Gluten, No Sulfites, No Corn, No Preservatives, No Lupins.
Where`s ZEGO? Just a click away! We`re so excited to share that Vitacost.com now carries ZEGO`s Double Protein Oats and Muesli! 🤩
There is no annual fee to shop, and they offer free shipping at $49. And, you can get 10% off when you set up a subscription! 🌱
Vitacost.com also carries a host of wellness items like personal care products and vitamins so you can stock up on all of your favorite good-for-you goodies! 🙌🏻
Mar 27
Where`s ZEGO? Just a click away! We`re so excited to share that Vitacost.com now carries ZEGO`s Double Protein Oats and Muesli! 🤩
There is no annual fee to shop, and they offer free shipping at $49. And, you can get 10% off when you set up a subscription! 🌱
Vitacost.com also carries a host of wellness items like personal care products and vitamins so you can stock up on all of your favorite good-for-you goodies! 🙌🏻
Okay, so we know this, right? Even still, it can be so hard to act on! 💯
But it`s not hard if you break it into steps. And the best place to start is the start of your day, BREAKFAST! ☀️
Simply by switching to ZEGO breakfast, you can enjoy delicious meal that is nourishing and clean, eliminating added sugars, dyes, and harmful pesticide residue.
We have dozens of recipes to turn your mornings into delightful café moments. 🥣☕️🤩 Check them out in our website magazine at ZEGOfoods.com!
Mar 24
Okay, so we know this, right? Even still, it can be so hard to act on! 💯
But it`s not hard if you break it into steps. And the best place to start is the start of your day, BREAKFAST! ☀️
Simply by switching to ZEGO breakfast, you can enjoy delicious meal that is nourishing and clean, eliminating added sugars, dyes, and harmful pesticide residue.
We have dozens of recipes to turn your mornings into delightful café moments. 🥣☕️🤩 Check them out in our website magazine at ZEGOfoods.com!
SO here`s the thing about heat and oats. 🔥🔥Typical oat brands heat treat their oats before they are sold to remove the hulls and roll them out into oatmeal. This decreases their nutrition and breaks their enzymes, which allows anti-nutrients to develop over time (like phytic acid).
But ZEGO isn`t your typical oats brand.
First, we start with a high-quality, special oat variety that is higher in key nutrients like protein, iron, and fiber. 🌱
Then, we cold process our oats so they maintain those nutrients and active enzymes until you cook them.
This means that our "Double Protein Oats" maintain their naturally occurring nutrients better than other brands and we don`t have anti-nutrient growth like phytic acid (the phytase enzyme keeps phytic acid from developing). 💪🏻
Mar 22
SO here`s the thing about heat and oats. 🔥🔥Typical oat brands heat treat their oats before they are sold to remove the hulls and roll them out into oatmeal. This decreases their nutrition and breaks their enzymes, which allows anti-nutrients to develop over time (like phytic acid).
But ZEGO isn`t your typical oats brand.
First, we start with a high-quality, special oat variety that is higher in key nutrients like protein, iron, and fiber. 🌱
Then, we cold process our oats so they maintain those nutrients and active enzymes until you cook them.
This means that our "Double Protein Oats" maintain their naturally occurring nutrients better than other brands and we don`t have anti-nutrient growth like phytic acid (the phytase enzyme keeps phytic acid from developing). 💪🏻
Let`s be proactive not reactive! Tell the 3 brands you rely on most that you want to see their purity test results to show that they are taking care to keep harmful pesticides out of your food.
DM or email them today. When enough consumers take action we can make change together.
Tag 3 brands in the comments that you want to start showing their purity testing like ZEGO.
Mar 20
Let`s be proactive not reactive! Tell the 3 brands you rely on most that you want to see their purity test results to show that they are taking care to keep harmful pesticides out of your food.
DM or email them today. When enough consumers take action we can make change together.
Tag 3 brands in the comments that you want to start showing their purity testing like ZEGO.
You have to try our Cinnamon Twist Muesli??
Kim is right – it`s not just good for you, it`s delicious 🤤
Find us online at vitacost.com or grab a bag through Instacart from your nearest Natural Grocers!
Mar 13
You have to try our Cinnamon Twist Muesli??
Kim is right – it`s not just good for you, it`s delicious 🤤
Find us online at vitacost.com or grab a bag through Instacart from your nearest Natural Grocers!
And that’s a wrap folks!! Thanks for joining us on our journey to #expowest2023 in Anaheim!
The BEST part is always seeing old friends like @beautymomme and @just.ingredients and making new ones like @dr.organicmommy — so many doctors and health care practitioners who kindly recommend our products to their patients, farmers who lovingly grow our food, and amazing brand leaders like @puoriuae and @philosopherfoods and investors who care about cleaning our supply chain and nourishing our soil.
And a special shout out to @celiacandthebeast for the giggles and @krystenskitchen for the baby joy. Love you all 😇 and can’t wait to see you again ❤️
We will have more stories to share in our Food Gossip series😍
Mar 12
And that’s a wrap folks!! Thanks for joining us on our journey to #expowest2023 in Anaheim!
The BEST part is always seeing old friends like @beautymomme and @just.ingredients and making new ones like @dr.organicmommy — so many doctors and health care practitioners who kindly recommend our products to their patients, farmers who lovingly grow our food, and amazing brand leaders like @puoriuae and @philosopherfoods and investors who care about cleaning our supply chain and nourishing our soil.
And a special shout out to @celiacandthebeast for the giggles and @krystenskitchen for the baby joy. Love you all 😇 and can’t wait to see you again ❤️
We will have more stories to share in our Food Gossip series😍
There are so many diets out there – paleo, keto, low fat, low calorie, etc.
What if before starting any of these diets, we just cut out processed foods and ate only nutritious, clean food?
How much weight, anxiety and depression would go away with simple eating?
Seems worth a try, doesn’t it?
Mar 10
There are so many diets out there – paleo, keto, low fat, low calorie, etc.
What if before starting any of these diets, we just cut out processed foods and ate only nutritious, clean food?
How much weight, anxiety and depression would go away with simple eating?
Seems worth a try, doesn’t it?
Get your ZEGO Purity Protocol GF oats at Whole Foods in the Mid-Atlantic area, including Atlantic City, New Jersey 💪
Want to buy them at your local Whole Foods? Just put in a request with the customer service desk on your next shopping trip!
Mar 6
Get your ZEGO Purity Protocol GF oats at Whole Foods in the Mid-Atlantic area, including Atlantic City, New Jersey 💪
Want to buy them at your local Whole Foods? Just put in a request with the customer service desk on your next shopping trip!
Maybe you don’t need to worry about naturally occurring cadmium in your chocolate!??
Our Founder @Colleen_Kavanagh_z shares her insider opinion on why cadmium in chocolate might not be as worrisome as you think. And, she shares an anecdote from a chocolatier who had his blood tested for it.
Follow her and @zegofoods for more Food Gossip Fridays!
Mar 6
Maybe you don’t need to worry about naturally occurring cadmium in your chocolate!??
Our Founder @Colleen_Kavanagh_z shares her insider opinion on why cadmium in chocolate might not be as worrisome as you think. And, she shares an anecdote from a chocolatier who had his blood tested for it.
Follow her and @zegofoods for more Food Gossip Fridays!
IRON is important for so many functions in the body. Here`s just a few:
– Your body uses iron to make hemoglobin, which carries oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body; the oxygen brings you energy.
– Iron is also used for myoglobin which provides oxygen to muscles, making you stronger.
– Iron overload can cause health complications, possibly including insulin resistance. Iron you get through iron won`t overload your system but you probably consult with a doctor if you regularly use cast iron pots or take supplements.
Can your breakfast bowl have enough naturally occurring iron to help you stay healthy? Yes! A serving of our Double Protein Oats has 15% of your daily need. That`s more than double the amount in the leading brand!
How do we do that? First, our farmers grow a specialty seed with high nutrient content. Second, we don`t heat treat our oats because heat damages nutrients. 💪💪💪
And, that`s why ZEGO is our go-to option for breakfast!
Mar 2
IRON is important for so many functions in the body. Here`s just a few:
– Your body uses iron to make hemoglobin, which carries oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body; the oxygen brings you energy.
– Iron is also used for myoglobin which provides oxygen to muscles, making you stronger.
– Iron overload can cause health complications, possibly including insulin resistance. Iron you get through iron won`t overload your system but you probably consult with a doctor if you regularly use cast iron pots or take supplements.
Can your breakfast bowl have enough naturally occurring iron to help you stay healthy? Yes! A serving of our Double Protein Oats has 15% of your daily need. That`s more than double the amount in the leading brand!
How do we do that? First, our farmers grow a specialty seed with high nutrient content. Second, we don`t heat treat our oats because heat damages nutrients. 💪💪💪
And, that`s why ZEGO is our go-to option for breakfast!
How much do you spend on supplements and herbs? They can be an investment for sure. But if you are drinking a lot of alcohol or eating junk, you can`t benefit very much from the subtle, beneficial elements of herbs.
Make sure you get their full benefit by eating clean, nutritious food like ZEGO!
Feb 22
How much do you spend on supplements and herbs? They can be an investment for sure. But if you are drinking a lot of alcohol or eating junk, you can`t benefit very much from the subtle, beneficial elements of herbs.
Make sure you get their full benefit by eating clean, nutritious food like ZEGO!
Great question, and thanks to a 2022 study by As You Sow, we now know the answer.
Cadmium – Cadmium is highest in the cacao used to make cocoa and chocolate liquor (a component of your chocolate bar). It comes from the soil so the amount will vary region by region, and even farm by farm. It is mostly a problem in Latin America v. other chocolate-growing regions of the world.
Lead – On the other hand, lead is not absorbed through the cacao tree but gets into chocolate during the post-harvest handling of the wet cacao pods. The lead can transfer from tarps, tools, roadside, concrete drying pads, and even water and air.
Want to read more? Check out all 300+ pages of the As You Sow report 🔗in bio.
And, if you want to learn more about how to enjoy your chocolate despite heavy metals, stay tuned for a new Food Gossip on chocolate in the next week!
Feb 20
Great question, and thanks to a 2022 study by As You Sow, we now know the answer.
Cadmium – Cadmium is highest in the cacao used to make cocoa and chocolate liquor (a component of your chocolate bar). It comes from the soil so the amount will vary region by region, and even farm by farm. It is mostly a problem in Latin America v. other chocolate-growing regions of the world.
Lead – On the other hand, lead is not absorbed through the cacao tree but gets into chocolate during the post-harvest handling of the wet cacao pods. The lead can transfer from tarps, tools, roadside, concrete drying pads, and even water and air.
Want to read more? Check out all 300+ pages of the As You Sow report 🔗in bio.
And, if you want to learn more about how to enjoy your chocolate despite heavy metals, stay tuned for a new Food Gossip on chocolate in the next week!
SPROUTING SECRETS REVEALED!
Paying more for sprouted grains or legumes because you want better nutrition and digestibility?
Listen in to the latest Food Gossip for the trick some in the sprouted industry do to get around sprouting while still making a sprouting claim. Colleen shares what you should ask the company to ensure your sprouted products were processed correctly.
Sprouting is labor-intensive and dangerous because it adds water into the processing of the product over multiple days. So sprouted packaged products need to be given extra care to ensure they are plenty dry before going into the bag.
Our Founder @colleen_kavanagh_z breaks down her tips on how to know if your sprouted products are legit.
For more insider tips, don’t miss any of @colleen_kavanagh_z Food Gossip series!
Feb 17
SPROUTING SECRETS REVEALED!
Paying more for sprouted grains or legumes because you want better nutrition and digestibility?
Listen in to the latest Food Gossip for the trick some in the sprouted industry do to get around sprouting while still making a sprouting claim. Colleen shares what you should ask the company to ensure your sprouted products were processed correctly.
Sprouting is labor-intensive and dangerous because it adds water into the processing of the product over multiple days. So sprouted packaged products need to be given extra care to ensure they are plenty dry before going into the bag.
Our Founder @colleen_kavanagh_z breaks down her tips on how to know if your sprouted products are legit.
For more insider tips, don’t miss any of @colleen_kavanagh_z Food Gossip series!
BIG NEWS!!!
We are so excited to partner with NATURAL GROCERS to bring ZEGO Double Protein Oats and both flavors of Muesli to you.
Find us at your local store, or toss a bag into your Instacart order.
Yes, we said Instacart . . . with our new checkout system, you can see which stores close to you have stock and automatically add it to your Instacart if you prefer delivery!
Feb 15
BIG NEWS!!!
We are so excited to partner with NATURAL GROCERS to bring ZEGO Double Protein Oats and both flavors of Muesli to you.
Find us at your local store, or toss a bag into your Instacart order.
Yes, we said Instacart . . . with our new checkout system, you can see which stores close to you have stock and automatically add it to your Instacart if you prefer delivery!
We know there have been a lot of updates about our product recently but don`t fear! You can get our delicious, purity-verified Muesli from Vitacost.com and at all Natural Grocers and Tops Friendly Market locations.
And, you may even be able to order through Instacart — just check our product pages through our website SHOP and they will tell you the larger natural grocery chains where you can get our products locally.
Still can`t find us? Check your local stores and ask them — smaller stores carry us too 🤗
Feb 13
We know there have been a lot of updates about our product recently but don`t fear! You can get our delicious, purity-verified Muesli from Vitacost.com and at all Natural Grocers and Tops Friendly Market locations.
And, you may even be able to order through Instacart — just check our product pages through our website SHOP and they will tell you the larger natural grocery chains where you can get our products locally.
Still can`t find us? Check your local stores and ask them — smaller stores carry us too 🤗
What are your memories or stories of what your great-grandmother used to eat?
Borscht, Irish Stew, Curry, Tamale’s?
To be sure, they weren’t eating processed food with ingredients you have to look up and still don’t understand.
But they also weren’t drinking smoothies with superfood powders taken from the Amazon Rainforest and powdered collagen derived with chemicals. You see, you don’t need those supplement powders if your food is unprocessed and nutritious.
You just need pure food. We are happy to provide it for you.
Feb 10
What are your memories or stories of what your great-grandmother used to eat?
Borscht, Irish Stew, Curry, Tamale’s?
To be sure, they weren’t eating processed food with ingredients you have to look up and still don’t understand.
But they also weren’t drinking smoothies with superfood powders taken from the Amazon Rainforest and powdered collagen derived with chemicals. You see, you don’t need those supplement powders if your food is unprocessed and nutritious.
You just need pure food. We are happy to provide it for you.
One of our favorite influencers, Amanda @plant__creations developed this beautiful Peanut Butter Cookie recipe for us and with a delicious kiss of maple syrup and coconut sugar! You’re going to want to save this recipe.
And, be sure to follow Amanda for other amazing plant-based recipes and tips!
INGREDIENTS:
1+1/2 cups oat flour (made using ZEGO’s gluten-free Double Protein Oats)
1 tsp baking powder
pinch of salt
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or sub for sunflower seed butter)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
2 tbsp water
1 tsp vanilla extract
2/3 cup chocolate chunks
METHOD:
Preheat the oven to 350 and line a baking sheet with some parchment paper. Make your oat flour by adding the oats to a blender and blend on high until a fine flour forms.
In a large bowl, add in the oat flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
In a small bowl, add in the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, water, and vanilla. Combine well until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients in the bowl with the dry ingredients and combine until the cookie dough comes together. Fold in your chocolate chunks.
Using a cookie scoop, scoop out the cookies and place on the baking sheet. Flatten each one a little as they will not spread out much in the oven. Bake at 350 for about 13 minutes. Let cool and enjoy! Keep stored in an airtight container at room temp or in the fridge for longer.
Feb 8
One of our favorite influencers, Amanda @plant__creations developed this beautiful Peanut Butter Cookie recipe for us and with a delicious kiss of maple syrup and coconut sugar! You’re going to want to save this recipe.
And, be sure to follow Amanda for other amazing plant-based recipes and tips!
INGREDIENTS:
1+1/2 cups oat flour (made using ZEGO’s gluten-free Double Protein Oats)
1 tsp baking powder
pinch of salt
1/2 cup natural peanut butter (or sub for sunflower seed butter)
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
2 tbsp water
1 tsp vanilla extract
2/3 cup chocolate chunks
METHOD:
Preheat the oven to 350 and line a baking sheet with some parchment paper. Make your oat flour by adding the oats to a blender and blend on high until a fine flour forms.
In a large bowl, add in the oat flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
In a small bowl, add in the peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar, water, and vanilla. Combine well until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients in the bowl with the dry ingredients and combine until the cookie dough comes together. Fold in your chocolate chunks.
Using a cookie scoop, scoop out the cookies and place on the baking sheet. Flatten each one a little as they will not spread out much in the oven. Bake at 350 for about 13 minutes. Let cool and enjoy! Keep stored in an airtight container at room temp or in the fridge for longer.
As you may have heard our product line has changed a bit recently. We are now focusing on our core products, Double Protein GF oats and Muesli. Though our product line is changing a bit, we want to remind you that all our bagged items will remain Top 14 Allergen Free and Gluten Free!
Feb 6
As you may have heard our product line has changed a bit recently. We are now focusing on our core products, Double Protein GF oats and Muesli. Though our product line is changing a bit, we want to remind you that all our bagged items will remain Top 14 Allergen Free and Gluten Free!
On this episode of Food Gossip – find out if the US is actually sending its best produce to Europe!?
Follow @zegofoods + @colleen_kavanagh_z for more Food Gossip dropping on Fridays!
Feb 3
On this episode of Food Gossip – find out if the US is actually sending its best produce to Europe!?
Follow @zegofoods + @colleen_kavanagh_z for more Food Gossip dropping on Fridays!
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