Hi I’m Elena 👋
I went on a mission to find the best beef protein powders after discovering how whey protein was affecting my health. I weight lift 5-6 days per week, and coach athletes in strength training.
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My name is Helena B, and I made this blog after spending years searching for the cleanest, most effective protein powders on the market. After reviewing over 20 different protein powders, I found myself frustrated by the overwhelming amount of misinformation that exists in the world of "clean" nutrition. People just want to eat well and be healthy, but navigating the supplement industry can be confusing, especially when so many products make misleading claims.

What I Learned
I worked with experts (including 3 licensed dietitians), most of which had a background as former D1 athletes. One thing became clear to me right away: supplements cannot and should not replace real food. A balanced diet, rich in whole, nutritious foods, should always be the foundation of our health. Protein powders and other supplements can be a great addition, but they are just that - an added layer to an already solid foundation of healthy eating.
Always striving to improve my form at the gym!
My Journey
Throughout my fitness journey, I’ve worked with countless trainers and experimented with dozens of protein powders. Unfortunately, many of them left me feeling bloated or uncomfortable. That’s when I decided to take matters into my own hands. I started researching every product I could find, reading through ingredients lists, reviews, sports journals, and scientific studies - all to figure out which protein powders were truly clean and beneficial.

I created this blog so you can benefit from my research without having to go through the same trial and error. I believe that finding a protein powder should be simple and straightforward, and that’s why I’ve made it my mission to cut through the noise and bring you honest, fact-based reviews of the best protein powders out there.
Clean protein helps me feel bloat free, so I get keep an active daily lifestyle and reveal my hard earned gains!
Why Clean Protein Matters
In today’s supplement market, it’s easy to get caught up in fancy marketing terms like “clean” and “natural.” But what do those terms actually mean? Through my research, I want to shed light on the ingredients that truly make a protein powder “clean,” and which ones to avoid. This is my own attempt to define a murky topic. I want to help you make informed choices that support your health and fitness goals. Whether you’re an athlete looking to optimize recovery or someone just wanting to boost your daily nutrition, you can trust that the information you find here is backed by thorough research and a genuine passion for health.
Thanks for reading!
Elena B. - Protein Powder Expert
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Hey there!

My name is Alvaro and I am active and on my feet a LOT. As an entrepreneur and consultant I'm always on the move.

Ever since, I was little my family (especially my mother) always stressed the importance of looking the part and representing yourself well professionally. As a result, looking sharp and finding clothing that not only looks great, but feels great has been something I love spending time on.

Over the last ten years as athleisure has become more popular it's been incredible to watch men's fashion get influenced by that particular bug as well. Traditionally, suits, dress shirts, blazers and anything that is usually more "formal" has come at the expense of comfort.

Me and my wife at an event

For example, SuitSupply has become my go to brand for all things suits, blazers, and pants. They have a modern look with a comfortable and athletic feel. I've got a different playbook for dress shirts (which I will share soon, stay tuned!), but one item in particular that had eluded me for a while was dress shoes. To be honest, I have a ton of shoes, but most of them leaned too heavily into the style category and not enough into comfort. I'd often get blisters and over time my feet would just hurt.

Recently, I decided to go deep into the world of dress shoes and see if I could find something that both looked and felt great. I spent several days researching and testing different types of dress shoes. I even went to all of the stores myself so I could get first hand experience with tons of different pairs.

I'm proud to say that my research was rewarded and I came out with some pretty sweet Amberjack "Originals". I absolutely love them. I decided to compile what I learned and share it more broadly because I know other people have the same goal - to find something that looks great and feels great that they can wear in both formal and more casual settings.  

Big fan of black tie

I decided to compile what I learned and share it more broadly because I know other people have the same goal - to find something that looks great and feels great that they can wear in both formal and more casual settings.

I hope this research is helpful to you and shortcuts the process. After doing a lot of research myself I learned that many people like myself have similar questions. I hope this helps!

To your style and comfort,
Alvaro