Perfect Sports, Diesel® New Zealand Whey Protein Isolate, 2.27kg

Perfect Sports Diesel – New Zealand whey protein isolate, 2.27 kg

Perfect Sports Diesel® New Zealand Whey Protein Isolate is a protein powder made from whey protein isolate sourced from New Zealand milk. According to the manufacturer, the milk comes from grass-fed cows that spend most of the year on pasture. Depending on the flavour, one 30 g serving provides 26–27 g of protein and 100–110 kcal, with 0 g of fat, carbohydrates and sugars. This means the powder is about 90% protein. Diesel is sweetened only with stevia extract and flavoured with natural flavourings. The 2.27 kg container provides about 75 servings. The product is made by the Canadian company Perfect Sports in its own GMP-compliant production facility.

Protein

Protein is one of the three macronutrients, alongside fat and carbohydrates. Diesel gets almost all of its energy from protein: a 30 g serving contains 26–27 g of protein and practically no fat or carbohydrates. Whey protein naturally contains all essential amino acids; according to the manufacturer, one serving provides about 13 g of essential amino acids, including 7 g of branched-chain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine and valine).

• Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass.
• Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass.
• Protein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.

Protein needs depend on body weight, age and level of physical activity. A protein shake is a convenient way to add protein as part of a varied diet.

How to use?

Mix one scoop (30 g) of Diesel with 125 ml of water or your favourite beverage. For a milder taste, use 250 ml of liquid. Adjust the amount of liquid to suit your taste and preferred consistency. For the best result, pour the liquid into the shaker or glass first and then add the powder. According to the manufacturer, the instantised powder mixes so easily that a fork or spoon is enough; a shaker cup or blender also works. Diesel can be enjoyed at any time of day: in the morning, after a workout, as a snack or between meals. The powder can also be added to smoothies, oatmeal and other recipes.

Key features

• Whey protein isolate from New Zealand – the only protein source is whey protein isolate from New Zealand milk.
• 26–27 g protein per serving – about 90% protein per 30 g serving, depending on the flavour.
• 0 g fat, carbohydrates and sugars – per serving in all flavours according to the manufacturer’s nutrition information.
• Sweetened with stevia – stevia extract is the only sweetener used.
• Almost all lactose removed – according to the manufacturer; the product still contains milk.
• Informed Choice – according to the manufacturer, the product is tested for substances prohibited in sport under the Informed Choice programme.
• Gluten and nut free – according to the manufacturer, made in a peanut- and nut-free facility.

Who is it for?

Diesel is suitable for adults who want to add protein to their diet in a quick and convenient form – both people who train regularly and athletes, and those with busy days and little time to prepare food. As a serving contains practically no fat or carbohydrates, the product suits those who keep track of the macronutrients in their diet. Informed Choice testing is important for athletes who compete in drug-tested sports. The product contains milk, so it is not suitable for people with a milk allergy or for vegans. According to the manufacturer, the whey is produced with microbial rennet rather than enzymes of animal origin.

Flavours and ingredients

The following Diesel flavours are available at Sportlab:

• French Vanilla Cream, Banana Cream and Cookies N Cream – the simplest recipe: whey protein isolate, natural flavouring, cellulose gum and stevia extract; 27 g protein per serving.
• Strawberry Cream – also contains sunflower oil and beetroot for colour; 27 g protein per serving.
• Mocha Latte Cappuccino – with sunflower oil and cocoa processed with alkali; 27 g protein per serving.
• Milk Chocolate, Triple Chocolate, Chocolate Peanut Butter, Chocolate Wafer and Chocolate Mint – with cocoa processed with alkali; 26 g protein and 100 kcal per serving. The Chocolate Peanut Butter flavour comes from a blend of natural flavourings, and the product contains no peanuts.
• Salted Caramel – with Mediterranean sea salt; 27 g protein per serving.
• Pineapple-Mango – with citric acid, sunflower oil and turmeric for colour; 26 g protein per serving.

The exact ingredients and nutrition information for each flavour are listed separately. The whey comes from New Zealand. Country of origin: Canada. Brand: Perfect Sports.