Supreme Protein Vectron
As the name implies, Supreme Protein, Inc. markets protein products. In addition to their line of protein bars, there’s Vectron, an “Extreme Physique Enhancing Agent.” Vectron is based on Prolibra® – a proprietary whey protein isolate made by Glanbia, that’s designed to enhance fat loss. Vectron comes in two flavors: chocolate and vanilla.
Manufacturer’s Description: Vectron is a truly innovative, first-of-its-kind supplemental protein designed to promote simultaneous fat loss and muscle preservation. Vectron is powered an elite new fractionated protein complex called Prolibra. This breakthrough technology features a potent bioactive peptide matrix along with a special whey mineral complex designed to target key mechanisms of body transformation.
Product Label:
| Serving size: 1 Scoop (17 g) Amount Per Serving: Calories 60 Calories from Fat 9 Total fat 1 g Trans Fat 0 Saturated Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg |
Total Carbohydrates 1.5 g Dietary Fiber 0 g Sugars 0 g Protein 10 g Sodium 140 mg Potassium 50 mg Calcium 350 mg Phosphorous 130 mg |
| Ingredients: Prolibra 12.2TM Prolibra® 290 (partially hydrolyzed whey protein isolate, whey mineral complex, lecithin), Sunflower Oil Blend (sunflower oil, corn syrup solids, sodium caseinate (a milk derivative), Mon- and Diglycerides, Dipotassium Phosphate. Contains less than 2% or less of Tricalcium Phosphate, Soy Lecithin, Tocopherols added to help protect flavor), Cellulose Gum, Xantham Gum, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Sucralose. | |
Comments: I’ve commented on Prolibra before, as I feel that the study validating the effectiveness of the product did not resolve the question of whether any whey isolate would do the job just as well. At the time, Prolibra was quite expensive, although – as of this writing – the bulk reseller price has come down considerably, so this isn’t as critical as it once was. Supreme Protein’s version is still pricey for a whey protein isolate, but not out of line with other, smaller (< 2 lb) units sold in health food stores and other non-sports-oriented retail outlets…the price from ProSource (Supreme Protein’s parent company) was $26.95 for 714 grams (1.57 pounds).
I ordered the vanilla flavor – my usual, when it comes to whey products (it goes with everything). I have to admit, Vectron was unarguably the best-tasting whey protein powder I’ve ever tried. In addition, it was mildly satisfying. I used it according to instructions (1 scoop 20 minutes before breakfast and the same before dinner), and it seemed to take the edge off my appetite. I didn’t lose any weight or fat (wasn’t trying to), and it didn’t really affect how much I ate…but it did seem to hold me a little longer – not bad for only 10 g of protein.
There are some negatives: a) as noted, it isn’t cheap; and b) it falls somewhat short of my standards for a protein powder: it’s a notch under 60% protein (I prefer to see 75%-90%). It isn’t a miracle powder: the subjects in Glanbia’s study were on a fat loss program, in addition to taking Prolibra, and the results were not overwhelming. I can see, however, some use for a product like this on a fat loss diet, as it adds some high quality, supplemental protein (which can help preserve lean body mass on a diet), and provides modest assistance with appetite control.
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