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Pea Protein

Pea protein is a plant-derived protein isolate from yellow split peas, offering a complete amino acid profile. It is suitable for individuals avoiding dairy or soy, and supports muscle protein synthesis and lean mass gains comparable to whey protein when equated for leucine content.

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Evidence last reviewed: 20 Apr 2026
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Biomarkers studied
Outcomes directly measured across the evidence records below
Recovery
Creatine Kinase (CK)DOMS / Muscle Soreness
Evidence
3 records
muscle damage
non-athletic non-obese malesRCT
PUBMEDModerate

Pea protein did not significantly attenuate post-exercise muscle damage compared to whey protein.

Dose: 25000 mgDuration: 5 days
Study focused on post-exercise recovery.
muscle damage
active older adultsRCT
PUBMEDModerate

Pea protein did not reduce exercise-induced muscle damage compared to whey protein.

Dose: 25000 mgDuration: 13 days
Focused on older adults and long-distance walking.
muscle protein synthesis
healthy young malesRCT
PUBMEDModerate

Muscle protein synthesis rates were similar between plant-derived protein blend including pea protein and milk protein.

Dose: 25000 mg
Study included a blend of plant proteins.
Forms
Isolate
Commonly used in protein powders and supplements.
Concentrate
Less processed than isolate, retains more nutrients.

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