Yes, Queal contains plenty of sulfur to meet your body's needs.
Natural sulfur sources: Both the oats and soy flour in Queal are excellent sources of sulfur. This essential element is naturally present as a component of the amino acids methionine (532mg per meal) and cysteine/cystine (515mg per meal), which are vital for protein synthesis and human health. Oats, along with other grains, are recognized as good plant-based sources of these sulfur-containing amino acids.
Why sulfur matters: Sulfur plays crucial roles in your body, including protein structure formation, enzyme production, and the synthesis of important compounds like glutathione (a powerful antioxidant). It's also essential for healthy skin, hair, and nails, as well as supporting detoxification processes and immune function.
Regulatory note: Sulfur doesn't appear on our nutrients list because the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) hasn't established a specific recommended daily intake for it. This is because sulfur deficiency is virtually unknown in people consuming adequate protein, since all protein sources contain the sulfur-containing amino acids methionine and cysteine.
The combination of oats, soy, and vegan proteins in Queal ensures you're getting more than enough sulfur to support all these vital functions without needing to track it separately.