You shake, stir, and do everything but jump up and down, and still, those floaty clumps of protein powder won’t go away.
Annoying? Totally. But it’s actually a feature of our Prime Protein powder, not a bug.
Those stubborn bits mean your protein powder is made from real food. You won’t find gums, emulsifiers, or lab-made junk that instantly dissolves in a drop of liquid here.
So let’s get to the bottom of why Equip powders mix differently, what those “easy-mix” powders are hiding, and how to make your next shake perfectly smooth (without compromising your clean standards).
What Makes Protein Powders Mix Easily (and Why It’s Not Always Good)
Solubility refers to how fast and easily a powder dissolves in a liquid. Dissolvability is how smooth it stays once mixed.
Most mainstream protein powders boost solubility and dissolvability by adding emulsifiers and fillers that help liquid cling to the powder instead of forming clumps. It makes mixing effortless, but it also means you’re sipping more additives than nutrients.
Here are a few of the usual suspects behind those perfectly smooth shakes:
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Soy lecithin. This emulsifier coats particles so they dissolve quickly. It often comes from GMO soy, contains about 35% soybean oil (one of the worst seed oils), and is extracted using chemical solvents. Not exactly the clean, whole-food vibe we’re going for.
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Gums. Used to thicken and stabilize shakes, they make your drink feel creamy. Downside? They can disrupt your gut microbiome, spark inflammation, and raise your risk of metabolic syndrome. Hard pass.
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Carrageenan. This thickener keeps texture uniform, but it’s been linked to digestive inflammation, leaky gut, and even cancer. Yikes.
So while these ingredients make for a quick mix out the door, they also make a product that’s far from real food.
If your shake blends too perfectly, it’s probably a red flag in disguise.
Wouldn’t you rather trade an extra minute of mixing or a few clumps for less bloating, fewer gut issues, and zero mystery additives your body doesn’t need?
Because we would.
Why Equip Chooses The Real-Food Tradeoff
We make Prime Protein by isolating protein, collagen, and gelatin from grass-fed beef and bones, then blending them into a simple, nutrient-dense powder.
Because it’s made with real, minimally processed protein, Prime Protein behaves differently than highly refined isolates or hydrolysates. Natural proteins absorb liquid more slowly, which can lead to a thicker texture or a few clumps.
So no, you’re not doing it wrong. Without fake blending agents or chemical emulsifiers, our protein powder is a little more stubborn to mix with a spoon or fork.
But that also makes Prime Protein:
Nutrient-Dense by Nature
Each scoop delivers 21 grams of complete protein from grass-fed beef, packed with all nine essential amino acids your body needs to thrive. You also get naturally occurring collagen and gelatin for skin, joint, recovery, and gut support.
This nose-to-tail nutrition keeps the integrity of the original whole food intact without wasting space on fillers that only get in the way of absorbing the good stuff.
Easier On Your Gut and Digestion
Real-food ingredients make for a calmer gut.
Without gums, soy, emulsifiers, or artificial additives messing with your microbiome, you won’t get any of the bloating, gas, or gut irritation typical of other supplements and protein powders.
Cleaner and More Transparent
With Prime Protein, you always know exactly what’s in your scoop.
Our Unflavored option contains just one ingredient: pure grass-fed beef protein.
Want more flavor? Our clean lineup is made with real ingredients you can pronounce, like cocoa powder, coconut milk, sea salt, cinnamon, and natural flavors.
Every batch is third-party tested by an independent lab for heavy metals (like lead), pesticides, and other contaminants, so you can trust what you’re putting in your body.
We believe in real food, radical transparency, and results you can trust. That’s why we’ll take a few clumps over chemicals every day.
How to Get Clump-Free Equip Protein Every Time (+ Recipes!)
You’ve got the cleanest protein on the planet, now here’s how to make it taste just as smooth and creamy as the synthetic stuff:
Blend It
Our preferred method? Just toss your protein powder in a blender with your liquid of choice and go. No blender? An immersion (stick) blender or whisk works just as well.
Equip Pro tip: Always add liquid first, then powder - it’s the easiest way to prevent dry clumps from sticking to the bottom.
Try the “Paste” Method
Add 1–2 ounces of water or milk to your shaker first, then stir in your scoop of Prime Protein until it forms a thick paste. Once it’s smooth, add the rest of your liquid and shake.
This quick trick prevents those stubborn clumps before they even think about ruining your day.
Bake It (or No-Bake With It!)
Use Prime Protein in recipes where you can blend out the clumps, like pancakes, waffles, muffins, or energy bites.
Just replace some of the flour with protein powder and add a splash more liquid if needed. You’ll get extra protein and perfect texture.
Need some inspo? Try these easy recipes:
Mix It Into Meals and Snacks
Stir a scoop into Greek yogurt, overnight oats, or chia pudding. Thick foods disperse the powder evenly and make a fantastic high-protein snack or breakfast boost.
Give this simple, 4-ingredient Protein Chocolate Pudding recipe a go!
Make Clean Ice Cream
Blend your favorite Prime Protein flavor with frozen banana or coconut milk for a simple, no-junk soft serve. Because dessert can be fuel, too.
These protein-packed ice cream recipes won’t derail your clean-eating goals:
Blend it, bake it, or ice cream it; it’s all clean wins here.
Real Food Isn’t Always Easy. But It’s Always Worth It.
Prime Protein may not dissolve as easily as the mass-produced powders out there, but that’s a tradeoff we’re proud of.
Every clump is a reminder that your shake’s made from real food, not fillers or junk. It might take a few extra seconds to smooth out, but the reward is clean, bloat-free protein your body actually loves.
So take a mindful moment with the mix, and know that you’re fueling your body the right way.
Lauren Ciccarelli is a health and wellness writer with 10+ years of experience. Her 2,500+ articles make science simple and empower readers to thrive on their own terms.
