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'Delicious' new protein powder has shoppers saying it 'fills them up and takes away cravings'
Incorporating protein powder into your daily fitness routine offers lots of benefits, including muscle development, increased strength, and a faster metabolism. Using a post-workout supplement can significantly enhance muscle recovery, making it a staple for countless fitness enthusiasts.
With this in mind, one emerging brand is causing quite a stir in the wellness sector - Selfish, specifically designed for women's health requirements, has now landed in the UK, being sold at Boots stores. Developed by Australian social media personalities, the Hembrow sisters, this range aims to help users prioritise their personal wellbeing.
Engineered to champion women's health and fitness goals, protein forms the cornerstone of this innovative collection. Their Give Me Plant Protein Powder delivers a substantial 20g of protein in each serving.
The Hembrow sisters said that the collection's main goal is this: "We wanted to create a brand that spoke directly to them—with straightforward solutions that support their goals, taste amazing, and balance the right ingredients to fuel their bodies without the added expectations."
While there are supplements to help boost hydration, energy and gut health, the brand's protein powders, £29 for a one off purchase, are perhaps its most popular product. Give Me Plant Protein Powder, which is gluten, dairy, soy and artificial sweetener free as well as being vegan and halal friendly, comes in two 'delicious' flavours, French vanilla and Rich Chocolate.
The silky powder, designed like conventional alternatives to be mixed into post-workout smoothies or basic shakes, offers a plant-based solution derived from pea, brown rice, and hemp proteins. Beyond its plant-based formula, it contains components the brand describes as 'gentle on the stomach'.
It also features added prebiotic fibre, another ingredient that is touted to be able to support gut health. Whilst muscle strengthening, repair, and toning remain the primary benefits of protein supplementation, Selfish users are reporting an unexpected bonus - reduced bloating, reports the Mirror.
Of course, there are lots of other protein powders and supplements out there designed to enhance overall well being. The Impact Whey Protein Powder from My Protein, for example, costs £13.99 and offers 23g of protein per scoop.
There's also the Wellwoman Vitabiotics Wellwoman 50+ 30 Tablets available at Holland and Barrett for £10.49, perfect for vegetarians looking to support their brain, heart, and vision health. For ladies seeking to enhance their hectic, energetic lifestyles, Selfish's collection of supplements crafted specifically for women might just be the ideal answer
One customer shared their experience and said: "It's really helped with my bloating. I have tried so many gut powders and they all taste so gross. I have been taking this for the last week and I am obsessed with the flavour."
It's not just post-workout that the protein powder can be taken. Another person mentioned the benefit they've experienced for their stomach, explaining it helps them remain satisfied and satiates their sweet tooth in the afternoon - beating the post-lunch slump.
They said: "I've been sipping it straight after lunch when I need that sweet hit. I find that it fills me up and takes away the craving. Also, it's completely delicious."
This feedback on the powder's taste is a common theme in reviews, with many citing how it has 'no chalky texture' - something a lot of protein powders tend to have. One customer said that it 'tastes amazing in smoothies or even with just water and ice.'
It's suggested to mix one scoop into 250ml of water or into a smoothie, though some reviewers felt this quantity wasn't sufficient. As one individual commented: "One scoop is a bit too selfish. I needs a couple for it to really make a difference in taste."
For women aiming to complement their busy, active lifestyles, Selfish's range of supplements designed exclusively for women could prove to be the perfect solution.
