Rice protein powder is a protein supplement made from brown rice, usually found in powder form. Unlike whey powder made from dairy and soy, which can cause digestive problems for some people, rice protein is often more easily digested, and shares with soy the advantage of being completely vegan. Some people on gluten-free diets use rice protein powder since it is also gluten-free, and others cite the main advantage is that it is less expensive than whey protein powder. One disadvantage for ... Read more