Best Vegetarian Protein in Canada 2026

Is whey protein vegetarian?

Yes — whey is derived from milk during cheese-making. It is 100% lacto-vegetarian.

What is the best vegan protein powder?

Pea protein isolate offers the closest amino acid profile to whey among plant sources. Look for blends that combine pea + rice protein for a complete amino acid profile.

Do vegetarians need more protein supplements?

Vegetarians often struggle to hit 1.2–1.6g protein per kg of bodyweight from whole foods alone — especially if you're training hard. A protein supplement bridges the gap efficiently. Whey (lacto-veg) or pea protein (vegan) are the most practical options.

Which has more protein — whey or plant protein?

Whey typically delivers 24–27g protein per scoop with a complete amino acid profile. Plant proteins average 20–24g per scoop but may lack some amino acids. Blended plant proteins (pea + rice) largely close this gap.

Which plant protein is easiest to digest?

Fermented plant proteins are generally the gentlest, because fermentation pre-digests the protein and cuts the compounds that cause gas. Hydrolysed pea is next. If you bloat easily, favour fermented or hydrolysed options — or ones with added digestive enzymes and probiotics — and start with half a serving for the first week.

Is creatine vegetarian?

Yes — all creatine monohydrate is synthetically manufactured, containing no animal-derived ingredients. Vegetarians actually benefit more from creatine supplementation since their baseline creatine stores are naturally lower.