Summary:  Our staff  loved the creativity in this non-soy blend.  Selective pea, cranberry and rice proteins form the foundation of this product.  While we have many vegan believers on staff, and they were impressed at the protein in this vegan blend (20 grams), we’re afraid this is not really enough protein to satisfy the needs of a non-vegan. Those who follow strict vegan diet are typically well aware that they need to overcompensate for protein they may be lacking from the foods the eat. For this reason, they are prepared to consume other foods and supplements to make up for this.

If you are not a vegan, then we suggest finding a protein shake that contains more protein per a serving and has a protein source that is absorbed efficiently by the body.  The biological value, or BV is the measurement of the body’s ability to absorb and utilize a protein. Soy has a Biological Value, or BV of 74. On the other hand, whey has a BV of 104.  

A solid mix of key nutrients make this a good vegan substitute. However, the only other problem we have with this shake is that all of these wonderful natural ingredients  are pretending to be a chocolate shake! We’d rather just enjoy them as they are meant to taste. All in all though, Arboone is still one of our higher rated shakes.