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.
ZEGO wants to wish you and your family a happy holiday! Don't forget Mix Ins are Buy One Get One with code BFB1G1M and Double Protein Oats are Buy Two Get One with code B2PG1BF available until Cyber Monday!
*All promo items are final sale*
Each batch is personally approved by our Founder Colleen. 👃
ZEGO's Black Friday deal is happening all week!!
We're keeping it short and simple – Mix Ins are Buy One Get One with code BFB1G1M and Protein Powder is Buy Two Get One with code B2PG1BF.
*The Fine Print*
You must add two Mix Ins to cart first and then apply the promo OR you must add 3 Protein Powders to cart and then apply the promo. All discounted items are final sale 🤗
Get 'em before they sell out!
Sulfites are one of the top 14 allergens. Exactly what are they? Read all about them below.👇👇👇
Sulfites are natural or added chemicals in some foods and drinks to enhance flavor. Here's where they might be hiding:
– mostly found in processed foods
– can occur naturally in beer and wine
– used in some medications to increase shelf life
The FDA has deemed sulfites safe to consume, however, for some people, these chemicals can cause a mild or severe allergic reaction, most commonly asthma symptoms.
Some ingredients that indicate sulfites are:
• Sulfur dioxide
• Potassium bisulfite or potassium metabisulfite
• Sodium bisulfite, sodium metabisulfite, or sodium sulfite
Tag someone in the comments that has an allergy to sulfites so they know about ZEGO! All of our bagged products are sulfite free!
STOP SCROLLING!! You need to save this vegan GF Stuffing recipe to try for Thanksgiving!
This stuffing is healthier and just as delicious and filling without the traditional sausage or giblets added. All you need are the right herbs and ZEGO’s Double Protein Oats and Mix-Ins, which add a whopping 10g of protein and 6g of fiber to each 3/4 cups of this recipe. Plus, the seeds in the Mix-Ins add immune-boosting zinc, potassium and other vitamins and minerals so you can fight off winter viruses ❄️
INGREDIENTS
3 Tbsp Olive Oil
4 Cups Mirepoix (chopped 2C onion, 1C carrot, 1C celery)
1 Cup Mushrooms, chopped
3 Cups ZEGO Double Protein Oats
1 Cup ZEGO Cranberry Mix-Ins
5 Cups Vegetable Broth
2 Tsp Salt
½ Tsp Black Pepper
1 Tbsp Fresh Sage, chopped
1 Tbsp Fresh Thyme Leaves
1 Tbsp Fresh Rosemary, chopped
1Tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped roughly
1 Bay Leaf
METHOD
Preheat your oven to 350F.
Add the olive oil, mirepoix, and mushrooms to a pan over medium heat cooking until vegetables are soft and onions are translucent.
Add all ingredients, including the mirepoix and mushrooms, to a big bowl and mix together to combine.
Heat broth in a large pot until boiling.
Add all ingredients into the simmering broth and stir. Let simmer 10 minutes.
Transfer stuffing mix carefully to a 9×9 baking dish and cover with foil.
Bake for 10-15 minutes, remove foil and bake for another 15 – 20 minutes.
Let cool before topping with fresh parsley, dig in and enjoy 😋
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Remember the White House Conference on Nutrition in late September? Wondering what the Biden Administration identified as its priorities for improving the federal food programs?
Check out these summary slides.
And, you can find the full document released by the White House at the link in our bio.
Stay tuned for Colleen's insider review!
Have you heard?
In Episode 65 of the Just Ingredients podcast with Karalynne Call, our Founder @colleen_kavanagh_z talks about how you as a consumer, can use your power to get other brands to purity verify their products like ZEGO does.
Queue it up for your next podcast.
We love and appreciate our poll workers! Thank you to everyone who volunteered today – I wish I could’ve brought snacks to all of you ❤️
(Don’t forget our fruit bars are back in stock and on sale! See our previous post for coupon code.)
Our Double Protein Oats are headed on over to the rainy city!
Find us at your local @sprouts in Seattle, Washington and any Sprouts in your 'hood.
Fruit bars are back in stock baby!!
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Have you been missing your favorite flavors? Us too ❤️😉
Stock up now while supplies last and save 10% with code FRUTIBARS10.
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We will have some exciting news about the fruit bars soon, so stay tuned.
PS, for all you Just Fruit raspberry lovers out there, we are so sorry to let you know that we had to discontinue that flavor due to the price of raspberries. But do give the cherry a try (they are very similar) or if you like chia seeds we still have our Fruit+Chia bars 👏
We often see confusion over the difference in wheat allergies and Celiac Disease and we agree, they can be confusing!
Wheat allergy and celiac disease are both adverse food reactions, but their underlying causes are very different.
Wheat allergy results from an adverse reaction to proteins in wheat and reactions can cause typical allergy symptoms involving the skin, gastrointestinal tract, respiratory system, and anaphylaxis in some individuals.
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease. Antibodies are produced in response to the presence of gluten resulting in inflammation and damage to the lining of the small intestine. Many symptoms involve the gastrointestinal tract (e.g., diarrhea, constipation, weight loss, abdominal pain and bloating). Other symptoms can include skin rashes and disorders that result from nutrient deficiencies.
The estimated global prevalence of celiac disease is 1%, similar to wheat allergy.
Do you or someone you know have a wheat allergy? Share this post to make sure they know ZEGO has their new favorite wheat/gluten free products.
!!GF + Vegan Muesli Batter!!
Whether you choose Cinnamon Twist or Apple Cranberry, our Muesli Batter makes the best GF Vegan Pancakes, Waffles and Muffins.
Don’t get us wrong, we love our sourdough muesli batter. But let’s face it, not everyone caught the sourdough bug of 2020.
What makes this recipe the BEST gluten-free batter? Delicious + Easy + Sugar Free + extra nutrition from the seeds in our muesli.
INGREDIENTS
1 C ZEGO muesli – pick your fave flavor!
1 Tbs baking powder
1/8 Tsp salt
3 Tsp vanilla
4 dates (or 1 Tbs maple syrup)
1/2 cup milk or dairy-free milk
1 Tbs melted and cooled butter/ghee or olive oil (we love ghee)
METHOD
– Put the muesli and salt in a food processor or blender and blend for about one minute.
– Add the rest of the ingredients except the baking powder and blend for 30-60 seconds until the dates seem adequately incorporated into the batter.
– Add the baking powder and stir with a fork just enough to combine. Over-stirring will decrease the bubbles in the batter and make your pancakes rise less. if you have time, let the batter rest for 50 minutes to give the oats a chance to soak up the liquid.
– If your batter is too thin, you can stir in a couple tablespoons of rolled oats or ground muesli.
Pancakes: Cook in a skillet or griddle on medium-low heat and flip as soon as you can so they don’t burn.
Muffins: Bake at 350 for 15-25 minutes, depending on the size of the muffins.
Waffles: We recommend using a large waffle maker unless you like them crispy.
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JUST FRUIT & FRUIT+CHIA BARS ARE BACK IN STOCK!!!
We have a limited amount of your favorite flavors waiting for you. (sorry no Just Fruit Raspberry😢)
So it's time to stock up on your favorites while supplies last.
We'll have news about changes to our bar line soon — be sure to sign up for our mailing list so you get the news first. You can sign up through the pop up form on our website or by sending us your email in a DM.
JUST FRUIT & FRUIT+CHIA BARS ARE BACK IN STOCK!!!
You heard it here first — we have a limited amount of your favorite flavors waiting for you. (sorry no Just Fruit Raspberry)
So if you love them (we know you do 😉) then it's time to stock up now.
We'll have news about changes to our bar line soon — be sure to sign up for our mailing list so you get the news first. You can sign up through the pop up form on our website or by sending us your email in a DM.
Gluten Free Pumpkin Bread 3 Ways🎃🍞
Adapted from @just.ingredients
INGREDIENTS
1 ½ cup ZEGO Double Protein Oats ground in food processor into flour
¼ cup sweet rice flour or tapioca starch (if you don’t have either, increase oat flour by ¼ cup)
½ cup ZEGO Plant Protein
1 cup coconut palm sugar
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
3 tsp pumpkin pie spice (cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, cloves)
½ cup olive oil
⅓ cup water
2 large eggs
1 can pumpkin puree
2 Tbsp ZEGO Mix-Ins per mini-loaf or ⅓ cup Mix-Ins for a single loaf
METHOD
– Heat oven to 325 degrees.
– Grease your loaf pans (makes 3 mini loaves or one regular size. Line with parchment if concerned about sticking.)
– Mix together all the dry ingredients except Mix-Ins.
– In a separate bowl, mix together wet ingredients.
– Combine the wet and dry, stirring just enough to combine. – – – — Let sit 10 minutes for oats to soak up liquid.
– Pour batter into pans.
– If using 3 mini -pans, sprinkle 2T of each type of Mix-In (chocolate chip, apple cinnamon, and cranberry) on each loaf and gently stir into batter. Do the same for a single loaf but choose one Mix-In flavor.
– Bake at 325 for 30 minutes. Bread will be springy inside.
PRO TIP: Try it with cream cheese frosting for dessert or with your favorite yogurt for breakfast.
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>>>CRANBERRY PECAN PROTEIN MUFFINS>>>
And they are gluten & dairy free, high protein and delicious!
INGREDIENTS
1/3C butter or dairy free alternative (if using ghee, decrease by 1T)
1C coconut sugar
2 eggs or egg substitute
3/4C pumpkin puree
1/3C water
1T vanilla
250g ZEGO Double Protein Oats (grind in the food processor or high-speed blender for 2 minutes to make oat flour)
60g sweet rice flour (if you don’t have this, increase your oats by the same amount. The muffins will be a bit more crumbly but still delicious)
1T nutritional yeast (optional)
1/3C pumpkin seeds
1T baking soda
1/4T baking powder
3/4T pink or sea salt
1T cinnamon
1/4T nutmeg (approximately 10-20 shavings of fresh nutmeg)
1/3C pecans, chopped + extra for decorating the top of each muffin
1+1/4C fresh cranberries + extra for decorating the top of each muffin
zest of 1 orange, optional
METHOD
Preheat the oven to 350. Grease (or use parchment liners) a standard 12-cup muffin tin.
Cream the butter and sugar together. If using a butter substitute like ghee, don’t worry if it doesn’t get creamy.
Add in the eggs, pumpkin, water, and vanilla. Stir to combine.
In a separate bowl, add the oat flour, sweet rice flour, baking soda, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to blend.
Combine the dry ingredients into the wet and stir to combine.
Set aside some of the fresh cranberries, pecans, and orange zest (if desired) for topping the muffins. Stir the rest into the batter.
Divide batter evenly in your prepared muffin tin. Top with additional nuts and cranberries.
Bake for 25 minutes. Then loosely cover the muffin tin with foil or parchment paper to prevent the tops from burning. Bake for an additional 10 minutes or until a tester comes out clean.
Let cool for 10 minutes and remove from the pan to cool completely.
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BREAKING NEWS!
Muesli is on promo through the month of October. Our delicious Cinnamon Twist or Apple Cranberry are Buy 2 get 1 Free! Don’t forget to put all three bags in your cart and then use code B2G1MUESLI to get the third one free.
Now you’ll have plenty on hand to make all the yummy recipes on our website like cookie scones, muffins, and sourdough pancakes =) Find them on our Magazine tab of zegofoods.com.
Shop the deal now at the link in our bio 🍎
🥞🧇Muesli Sourdough Batter 🧇🥞
This delicious batter can be combined with either the Apple Cranberry or the Cinnamon Twist Muesli and then turned into delicious and nutritious Waffles, Pancakes or Muffins 🤤
To begin you'll have to make the Sourdough Starter:
🥞Put about ½ cup of ZEGO Double Protein Oats and ½ cup of water in a glass jar and stir with a wooden spoon or chopstick (or your finger).
🥞Leave it in a somewhat warm place (70 degrees F) covered loosely with a towel. Stir each day with a wooden spoon or your finger (no metal) until you notice small bubbles on the surface. This may happen right away. Watch to let the bubbles grow. If they start to shrink, go to the next step ASAP!
🥞When the bubbling slows down, stir the starter, and take half out.
🥞Immediately add in another 3/4 cup oats and ½ cup water. This is called “feeding” your starter.
🥞Once or twice a day, repeat this process for about 2-4 days (ZEGO oats make starter faster than other grains or other oats because there's so much healthy microbiome in them).
The starter can be kept in the fridge for 5 days before needing to be fed again.
(Note that oat starter will not have big bubbles like wheat starter does. You’ll notice small bubbles on the surface and a sweet-sour smell once it gets going.)
What should you do with the sourdough starter you remove each day? Put it in a jar in the fridge and use it for your Muesli Sourdough Batter!!
Find the rest of the recipe linked in bio 🤗
We're spilling all the tea 🍵 on our Gluten Free Double Protein Oats
ZEGO oats are:
– purity protocol gluten-free (the highest GF standard)
– have about twice the digestible protein of typical rolled oats
– 20%-40% more fiber, which means a lower glycemic load
– Purity Verified for Glyphosate, Heavy Metals and 500+ other toxins
– Raw, hull free and easier to digest!
And there's nothing our oats can't do! You can turn them into high protein oat milk, a sourdough bread starter, add them to any baked good or make the most perfect traditional hot breakfast. 🥣
Let us know in the comments, what's your fav way to enjoy delicious ZEGO oats!?
Want to know the toxic scoop on Pea Protein? 🚨
Our Founder @colleen_kavanagh_z gives Dr. G the insider info about what’s really hidden in most Pea Protein Powders (even the ones being used by your trainer or fave influencer). ⚠️
Listen to the full episode (S3 E161) on the Heal Thyself Podcast with Dr. G 🎤
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Organic Gluten Free Oats (14oz bag)$7.99 — or subscribe and save 10% -
Organic Plant Based Protein Powder (15oz bag)$29.99 — or subscribe and save 10% -
Organic Gluten-Free Muesli: Nut Free Cinnamon Twist (13oz)$9.99 — or subscribe and save 10% -
Organic Double Protein Oats 5 bag case$39.95 — or subscribe and save 5% -
Organic Muesli: Apple Cranberry (13oz)$9.99 — or subscribe and save 10% -
Organic MixIns Chocolate Chip 7oz 1 bag$9.99 — or subscribe and save 10% -
Just Fruit Bar Pear 12 bar box$19.99 — or subscribe and save 10% -
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