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AB Complete

AB Complete Protein Powder

Product Overview

All-in-one protein powder Animal-Based Complete was created by Paul Saladino and Anthony Gustin as the most convenient and easy way to get full spectrum animal-based protein, all in oine place…. Bioavailable protein and nutrients from 100% grass-fed

Do you use chemicals to turn these ingredients into powders?

No! We strictly use freeze-drying, thermal, and mechanical processing to keep our ingredients clean and as natural as possible.

I thought Paul said protein powder was bad?

Paul has been vocal against mainstream protein powders because of the garnage ingredients: fillers, additives, chemicals, artificial sweeteners, and a bunch of other fake weird ingredients that sabotage your health. However, Paul is extremely busy an

What does AB Complete taste like?

We intentionally didn't flavor this product so you could use it however you want. The taste is fairly neutral so you can easily mix it in whatever smoothie or drink you'd like.

Why doesn’t it taste like fruit?

The fruit is added to give you full spectrum animal-based nutrition. Carbs are essential for electrolyte maintenance, performance, sleep, mental clarity, and so many others. However, we just put a small amount in here so that you get the desired nutr

When should I use AB Complete?

AB Complete is the perfect supplement to have whenever you want the power of animal-based nutrition. That’s because it packed full of everything you need and nothing you don't. It’s more than a supplement. It’s a natural source of the collagen, gelat

Why not just eat a real foods animal-based diet?

We think you should! Always prioritize real foods in whole form. We made this supplement (not meal replacement) for easy on-the-go way to get more organs and protein and to buffer any gaps you might have in your animal-based diet.

Why does this clump so much?

To that we pose a question back: Why doesn’t mainstream protein powder clump?? Is it because they include fake fillers, additives, and excipients to make it blend easily, all at the cost of your gut health? The answer is: Yes. Think about it: real fo

Is the Protein GMO free?

Yes, our ABC Protein is non-GMO certified.

How many carbs are in ABC? Why carbs?

There are only 5g of carbs in 1 scoop of our all-in-one Animal-Based Complete. Paul eats around 200g+ of carbs per day, so this is a very small amount. The carbs are added to give you full spectrum animal-based nutrition. Carbohydrates like those fou

Are these nut free?—Processed in a facility with nuts?

Our all-in-one Animal-Based complete contains coconut water powder. This contains coconut which is actually a tree nut. So technically, these are not nut free. But if you do not have sensitivities to coconuts, this is still a great option!. Furthermo

Is the Protein lactose free?

Yes, this is beef isolate protein. So it is lactose free!. Beef isolate protein is fully nose-to-tail. We use the whole carcass (muscle meat, joints, and connective tissue) so it is packed with the collagen, gelatin, and micro-nutrients your body nee

Are there sweeteners?

We use real food ingredients only. The fruit, coconut water powder, date and maple in here are not used as sweeteners but rather incorporated to give you the full spectrum of animal-based nutrition. This is the base, original unflavored version, but

What are the scoop measurements?

1 scoop is approximately 27.4g / 0.97oz. There are 30 scoops in 1 bag of our all-in-one Animal-Based Complete. 1 scoop contains:. 110 calories. 20g protein. 5g carbs

Do you use whey protein?

No, we use beef isolate protein. Beef protein is fully nose-to-tail. We use the whole carcass (muscle meat, joints, and connective tissue) so it is packed with the collagen, gelatin, and micro-nutrients your body needs. Unlike other protein powders,

Can I use this as a meal replacement?

Use this how you want. If you try it as a meal replacement and you feel satiated, go for it! You will absolutely get the nutrients you need from this. However, we always advocate for real food first. If Paul is choosing between an ABC smoothie or a R

Is the protein available in stores?

Maybe one day! For now, we’re just online as we build.

What are the fruits and berries used? How are they sourced?

We use a blend of Blackberry, Goji, Black Currant, Grape, Pomegranate, Blueberry, Cranberry, Raspberry, Maqui, Acai, and Acerola Berry. These are all organic and very high quality.

Is it organic?

Our fruit and berry blend, maple, and dates are all organic. However - our organs and beef protein isolate are not certified organic, but you can bet they’re 100% grass-fed and finished. Smaller farm operations often struggle with obtaining the organ

Is it halal?

While our beef is not halal certified, we take great pride in sourcing our ingredients from regenerative farms that are recognized for their high-quality and sustainable farming practices. These farms follow some of the best practices in the country

Is it Kosher?

Our products are not kosher certified. However, we want to emphasize that our sourcing comes from exceptional regenerative farms, renowned for their sustainable and ethical farming practices. These practices have been thoroughly vetted by Paul Saladi

Is the beef protein grass-fed and finished?

Yes, of course! The beef protein we use in our all-in-one Animal-Based Complete is absolutely 100% grass-fed and grass-finished. As are the organs we use!

Why do you use beef protein over whey?

Beef protein is fully nose-to-tail. We use the whole carcass (muscle meat, joints, and connective tissue) so it is packed with the collagen, gelatin, and micro-nutrients your body needs. Unlike other protein powders, it’s not packed with possible all

What is the amino acid profile of your beef protein?

Our grass-fed beef protein provides complete protein. Typical values: Grams per 25g serving:. Alanine: 2.2. Arginine: 1.89. Aspartic acid: 1.5. Cystine + cystein: 0.03. Glutamic acid: 2.75. Glycine: 5. Histidine: 0.28. Hydroxyproline: 2.55. Isoleucin

Where are you sourcing your beef from?

Our cattle are sourced from small, regenerative farms in Australia. Most conventional beef snacks come from grain-fed, feedlot-raised cattle that are confined in overstocked conditions and raised using conventional agriculture methods that degrade so

What’s the benefit of colostrum?

Colostrum provides essential nutrients, antibodies, growth factors, and immune-boosting substances, promoting overall health, immune function, and gut integrity. We use 25% IGG colostrum concentration.

What types of dairy proteins are in colostrum we source?

Our colostrum is a combination of A1 and A2 dairy proteins.

Why does it say 4g “added sugar”? Is it natural or processed?

Maple syrup is actually deemed by the USDA as an “added sugar,” hence the added sugar connotation on the label. But not to worry: these are very natural sugars that are helpful with electrolyte maintenance, sleep, mental clarity, and so much more. Do

What allergens are present during manufacturing?

AB Complete is produced in a facility that manufactures products that contain: peanuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish/crustacean, wheat, sesame, egg, milk and soy. If you have allergies with any of these foods, this product may not be suitable for you.

Can ABC be left out in the heat?

Yes, the product can be left in heat. It’s not advised, but it is a dry product (powder) with low probability of microbrial growth.

Does ABC contain collagen?

ABC does not contain the ingredient “collagen” - however, the powder does contain collagen. The beef protein we use is from the whole carcass of the animal. This is nose to tail beef protein powder. That means the ligaments, tendons, and tissues are

What is the fat/cholesterol content?

I understand your concerns but we don’t have this calculation, as the FDA doesn’t require this anymore, but feel free to watch this video by Paul that shows why cholesterol from well-raised, unprocessed animal foods is not of concern: https://www.you

Can your protein powder be used as a substitute for creatine?

Our protein powder is amazing for building muscle. 20g of bioavailable protein from beef protein. If you take our protein and eat red meat, you’re likely getting enough creatine. But if you wanted a supplement, we offer a super clean creatine. Check

Can it be mixed with hot liquid?

Ideally blended in a smoothie. This is our unflavored version, so you would need to mix this with a sweetener like honey or your favorite fruits to get decent flavor. But yes, it technically can be mixed with hot liquids. It’s just much more suited f

What is beef isolate and what are the benefits?

It is an isolate because the beef is defatted when it is processed, this makes it pure protein without carbs or fat.Hydrolyzed beef isolate, it is made up of 70% muscle meat from beef and 30% collagen/gelatin. The only difference between our hydrolyz

What are the scoop measurements?

1 scoop is approximately 27.4g / 0.97oz. There are 30 scoops/servings in 1 bag

How many oz of organs per serving?

Converted to raw weight in oz, roughly 1oz of organ meat per serving.

How much colostrum per serving?

There is 250mg of colostrum per serving of ABC.

Will cooking or baking with it affect the nutrient structure?

When protein is heated during cooking or baking, its structure changes, but the essential nutrients remain intact. The protein will still offer the same benefits, though it may alter the texture of the food, potentially hardening or becoming denser d

What's different about our cocoa powder?

We've tested dozens of cocoa powders to bring you an organic, sustainably sourced cocoa powder that's certified by the Rainforest Alliance. Our cocoa beans are grown and harvested in regions far from conventional agriculture, ensuring they’re untouch