Ingredient science
The
Formula
Behind
the Gains
Three ingredients. Each chosen for a specific physiological role. Together they cover what no single protein source can: muscle, energy, connective tissue, and gut health in one serving.
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Cricket
Protein
Acheta domesticus · Complete amino stack
Foundation
A dense, high-quality complete protein source providing all 9 essential amino acids. With ~65g of protein per 100g, it rivals traditional meats while offering superior micronutrients.
- Rich in Leucine: crucial for triggering muscle protein synthesis
- Micronutrient Powerhouse: loaded with vitamins and more iron than salmon, in a highly bioavailable heme form
- Prebiotic Chitin Fiber: naturally occurring fibre that fuels beneficial gut bacteria, aiding digestion and reducing inflammation
- Naturally supplies B12, calcium, potassium and selenium, with no synthetic fortification needed
- Source: Norton & Layman, 2006; Stull et al., 2018
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Coconut Milk
Powder
Whole coconut · Lauric-rich · C12 dominant
Energy & Immunity
Dehydrated coconut milk powder delivers a naturally occurring profile of medium-chain fatty acids, anchored by lauric acid (C12), the same fatty acid found in human breast milk. These fats are digested more efficiently than long-chain alternatives, supporting steady energy, gut integrity and immune function. It is a deliberate choice for a whole-food fat source over processed MCT oil isolate.
- Medium-chain triglycerides for rapid, sustained energy
- Protein-sparing fuel source (preserves muscle while providing energy)
- No sugar spike: stable blood glucose response
- Whole-food fat source, not processed isolate
- Source: FAO, 2013
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Collagen
Peptides
Bovine hydrolysed · Glycine · Proline
Recovery
The ultimate structural protein. While cricket protein builds the muscle, collagen reinforces the framework holding it all together, essential for longevity and sustained athletic performance.
- Glycine and proline for connective tissue repair
- Joint, tendon, and skin support
- Over 90% bioavailability for efficient absorption
- Complements cricket protein's complete amino acid profile
- Source: Zdzieblik et al., 2015
The Stack Effect
Greater Than the Sum
Why settle for a single benefit? The Gourmet Gains formula isn't just a list of ingredients, it's a precisely engineered ecosystem where each component amplifies the others.
Protein
Powder
Naturally occurring per serving, no synthetic fortification