India, Oct. 16 -- Dr Rajeev Sharma, Vice President, Medical Affairs at Tata 1mg, told HT Lifestyle that buyers should check multiple factors—ranging from texture to independent testing—when selecting a plant protein powder, according to an article by Anukriti Srivastava published on Oct. 15, 2026.
Texture and consistency
Dr Rajeev said texture is often dismissed compared with grams of protein and amino acids, but it can determine whether people continue using a product.
He said plant protein has a reputation for being gritty and chalky, which he described as “the single most common reason people give up on it.” He added that “a smooth, genuinely drinkable texture” is “a legitimate quality criterion.”
Completeness and label checks
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