Rice is a carbohydrate. How do you get protein from it?
All foods contain amino acids, which are the building blocks of what we collectively call protein. Broccoli contains protein, as do all fruits and vegetables and grain products. NutriBiotic uses a unique process that allows them to isolate the protein from the carbohydrate portion of the rice. The end result is an extensive amino acid profile that includes 19 amino acids including all 9 essential amino acids making our Rice Protein a "complete" protein.

Does that mean the rice protein is chemically derived? I am chemically intolerant and have to avoid food additives.
NutriBiotic Rice Protein is not chemically processed. They use natural enzymes that are GMO free to break down and digest the carbohydrate portion of the rice, leaving behind the protein. Their method of extraction leaves a very pure protein, free of additives or chemicals that can cause sensitivities.

I noticed your label gives a standard nutritional breakdown, which includes carbohydrate. What form is this carbohydrate in, and why is it there if I am buying rice protein?
The carbohydrate in the Rice Protein is a complex carb, a natural component of the product. This amount is very minimal and only adds caloric value to the product at an average of 8-9 calories per serving. No sugars have been added.

Is Rice Protein considered a complete protein?
Yes, the term "complete protein" refers to the inclusion of all nine essential amino acids. Rice Protein contains these nine amino acids, plus all other nonessential amino acids. All of the ingredients in the Rice Protein are naturally occurring components of the actual rice. They have added nothing to their product. Persons on restrictive diets would do well to consult their health care practitioner or nutritionist before adopting or rejecting the use of NutriBiotic Rice Protein. They cannot recommend the use of their product to treat conditions other than hunger.

Which amino acids have you added, and are they from natural or artificial sources?
All amino acids in the rice protein are naturally occurring components of the actual rice. NutriBiotic have added nothing to their product.

What is the Protein Efficiency Ratio (PER) of your Rice Protein?
The Protein Efficiency Ratio (PER) is the measure of actual protein available for the body to use. This PER is related to the percentage of the protein digested by the body. With Rice Protein, after 4 hours better than 80% of the protein has been digested, compared to only about 57% for soy. The actual PER number of Rice Protein is 2.75. Egg is the highest at 3.99, milk is second with 3.45, rice third and soy is last with a PER of 2.32.

Is your Rice Protein gluten free?
Yes, NutriBiotic Rice Protein is made from gluten free California brown rice and is processed by a natural enzyme that is not related to wheat or any of its relatives. Therefore, processing of the rice does not contaminate the rice protein with gluten in any way. NutriBiotic recommends that further concerns regarding the Rice Protein for those with severe food sensitivities should consult their doctor or dietician.