Sunwarrior

Sunwarrior has been a quiet leader in plant-based protein since 2008, building a loyal following among vegans, vegetarians, and health-conscious consumers who want their protein sourced entirely from plants. Their Warrior Blend — a mix of pea, hemp, and goji berry proteins — delivers 18 grams of complete protein per serving with a clean ingredient list that reads like a garden inventory rather than a chemistry experiment. Everything is organic, non-GMO, soy-free, gluten-free, and dairy-free.

For women on GLP-1 medications who happen to be plant-based (or who find that animal proteins are harder on their stomach right now), Sunwarrior is one of the most digestible options available. Plant proteins are generally gentler on the GI tract than whey, and Sunwarrior's organic processing avoids the chemical solvents that some cheaper plant protein brands use. Their Collagen Building Peptides are also noteworthy — instead of using animal-derived collagen, they use a plant-based formula designed to support your body's own collagen production with vitamin C, biotin, and silica.

The honest trade-off with Sunwarrior is protein density. At 18 grams per serving, you need more scoops (or more servings throughout the day) to hit the same protein targets as brands offering 25-30 grams per serving. When your appetite is already suppressed, this math matters. If you can comfortably drink two servings a day, Sunwarrior is excellent. If you are struggling to finish even one shake, a higher-protein-per-serving brand might be more practical.