Complete Protein

Proteins are made of up to 20 amino acids - the building blocks of life. There are 9 amino acids our bodies can’t produce, so we need to get them through our diet. These are called ‘essential amino acids’. A complete protein contains all 9 of these essential amino acids, which are vital for muscle recovery and a host of other important functions.

Cappo is made with a careful blend of plant-based protein (pea, rice and pumpkin) that delivers a powerful complete amino acid profile – 20g of complete plant-based protein per serve to support healthy muscle mass, effectively repair muscles & kick start your recovery.

Prebiotics

Prebiotic foods are high in natural fibre that actively feed your microbiome, promoting the growth of good bacteria in the gut.

Cappo's super ingredients — chicory root, citrus fruits, Peruvian carob (tara gum), pea protein and cocoa — are all rich in plant prebiotic fibre, which feed the good bacteria in your gut. Good bacteria keep your ‘bad’ bacteria in check & help you break down dietary fibre and keep your gut happy and healthy.

Numerous studies have demonstrated strong links between gut health and full body health. Maintaining a healthy balance of bacteria in your gut can enhance your immune system function, reduce chronic inflammation, improve symptoms of depression or anxiety, improve overall nutrient absorption and digestion, help combat obesity and provide numerous other benefits including enhanced energy levels, concentration and hormone regulation (78).

Anti-inflammatory spices

Cappo is enriched with a clever anti-inflammatory combo of turmeric and black pepper. Piperine, found in black pepper, helps your body absorb curcumin, the active ingredient in turmeric. Together, these super spices improve digestion, aid gut health and boost the anti-inflammatory effect of each spice (79). Preliminary research has also supported the beneficial effects of taking turmeric on delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) reinforcing Cappo's positive effects on Recovery (80,81).  

Cinnamon not only tastes delicious but has been shown to reduce inflammation, reduce oxidative stress and ease muscle soreness too (82). Go super-spices!

Antioxidants

Antioxidants are very effective at neutralising reactive compounds called free radicals, which cause oxidative stress and inflammation. Foods (or protein shakes!) rich in antioxidants can help mop up these troublesome molecules, so having antioxidants after exercise may reduce the painful symptoms of DOMS.

Coffee is the single biggest source of antioxidants in the Western diet (83), containing hydrocinnamic acids and polyphenols. Cappo contains freeze dried decaffeinated coffee — all of the good stuff with none of the jitters (84).

Cocoa

Rich and dark cocoa makes Cappo indulgent and rewarding, and thanks to the naturally occurring polyphenols and flavanols within the cocoa beans, it offers multifold health benefits — including reduced inflammation, improved blood flow, reduced cholesterol levels and improved heart and brain health(58). Tryptophan within each cocoa bean also helps to make serotonin which contributes to feelings of happiness and wellbeing. (36,37) We just knew chocolate was the answer!