It was a catchy idea and he's pretty much claimed that reboot phrase as his own. As such I'll just call his protein powder Reboot Protein in this review.
What Makes Reboot Protein Different?
As far as I can tell, the big selling point of the Reboot Protein powder – besides it coming from plants – is that it's said to be “specifically designed” to mix well with juices (and smoothies too they say). Adding protein to smoothies is something most have done before, but adding it to juices…I've honestly not heard of a protein powder to be used with fruit/veggie juices before and that is the big reason I wanted to review this supplement. I found the idea intriguing.
Reboot Protein Nutrition Facts
Each 1 scoop of the Reboot Protein powder (is 21.3 g (or 0.751 oz) has the following nutrition information:
| Amount Per Serving | Percent Daily Value | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 | |
| Calories from fat | 10 | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 2% DV |
| Total carbohydrate | <1 g | <1% DV |
| Protein | 16 g | 32% DV |
| Vitamin D (ergocalciferol) | 1000 IU | 250% DV |
| Biotin | 50 mcg | 17% DV |
| Calcium | 20 mg | 2% DV |
| Iron | 4 mg | 22% DV |
| Phosphorous | 189 mg | 19% DV |
| Magnesium | 40 mg | 10% DV |
| Zinc (zinc aspartate) | 10 mg | 67% DV |
| Sodium | 140 mg | 6% DV |
| Potassium | 55 mg | 2% DV |
The label also tells us that the protein powder is:
- Dairy-Free, Gluten Free, Soy-Free, GMO Free
- Vegan
- No sweeteners, colors or flavors
- Made from natural pea and rice protein
From the table above we can see that the product has a lot of vitamin D (1000IU per scoop). Many people are probably deficient in vitamin D (get your levels checked by your doctor to see if you are low). The vitamin D in Reboot Protein comes from ergocalciferol (vitamin D2) which is derived from fungi.
While ergocalciferol is different than cholicalciferol (vitamin D3) that we make when exposed to sunlight, both versions have multiple hormone-like effects and do many healthy things. I think for the most part both versions are pretty similar in their effects. For example, ergocalciferol has been shown to reduce falls in older adults.
Since none of the ingredients in the Reboot Protein contain significant vitamin D, I think the vitamin might be added during processing.
The table above also tells us that Reboot Protein powder is high in iron, providing 4mg (22% DV) per each scoop. Both rice and peas have some iron. The iron in the product could be a combination of both rice and peas or maybe some was added during processing. I am not sure.
Reboot protein is also rich in phosphorous with each scoop providing 189 mg. My guess is that peas are the source of most of this mineral.
Hi Joe, I am new to your products and documentary, I am really impressed.
I am looking forward to doing the juicing however my budget right now is not allowing me this new and exiting venture.
I have done so many things to loose the weight and it still on me. I stopped eating red meat, pork, chicken a while back and have not lost a pound. I work, mother of three my husband has not had luck these days of finding work so he is at home. I still cook for them my older children are out of the home and I have one more child, down syndrome that will never leave.
I have a problem keeping her from not eating so much junk, and it’s been a struggle I am not with her 24/7 and that is where the problem lies. I would love to start juicing at least 15 days however I will have to wait until I am able. you truly are an inspiration to me thank you for doing the documentary fat,sick and dying.
Hi Yolanda, I thank you for writing but I must tell you that I am Joe Cannon – not Joe Cross, of the documentary. This is my website and I have no relationship to that Joe or his company. I simply reviewed his protein supplement, which I hope you found useful.
While I also found the Fat Sick and Nearly Dead documentary inspiring, I dont think you need to start juicing to lose weight. Remember it really is all about reducing calories. What have you been eating? chicken, meat etc, is not necessarily bad from a calorie stand point and you do need some protein as you try to lose weight. If you are still eating things like pasta, rice, cookies, cakes, muffins and things like that, Id cut back on those and focus more on eating vegetables fruits and lean protein like chicken.
Juicing can be expensive, depending on where you buy your fruits/veggies and given that your husband is out of work, Id rather you buy those foods and eat them, for now, rather than juicing them. The fiber in the foods will help you stay full, and there is lots of research on fiber helping weight loss.
I hope some of this helps Yolanda. if you have any other questions, just ask and Ill try to help.
I also never heard of this before! Thanks for saving me the time to research this myself!
Hi Patrick, anytime!
interesting stuff. I also never heard of protein to be added to juices either. Thanks for the heads up on this product.