Cantein vs Nutiva
Cantein vs Nutiva compares two organic hemp powders with different protein-to-fiber balances. Nutiva Peak Protein is fiber-forward. Cantein Unflavored is protein-forward. Neither is universally "better."
Disclosure: I run Cantein.
Protein density vs fiber • Organic hemp both ways • Metals transparency • Shop Cantein
| Cantein Unflavored | Nutiva Organic Hemp Protein (Peak) | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein / serving | 28g / 35g | 15g / 30g |
| Protein by weight | 80% | 50% |
| Fiber | 2g | 6g |
| Organic | USDA Organic | USDA Organic |
| Origin | China (Heilongjiang) | Canada / Lithuania |
| Lead (public figures) | 0.22µg / 35g scoop (one Eurofins sample) | Brand has cited ~0.6–0.8µg per serving |
- Choose Nutiva if you want more fiber in the hemp scoop.
- Choose Cantein if you want roughly double the protein per scoop and a one-ingredient label.
Different labs and lots — ask both brands for a current PDF. See Nutiva alternatives and third-party tested protein powder.
The short version
Nutiva for fiber-led organic hemp. Cantein for protein-led organic hemp. Match the scoop to your goal.
I run Cantein. Verify live labels before you buy.
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