FAQ

Proticlub offers the widest variety of protein supplements designed specifically for the protein diet, at extremely competitive prices. Proticlub offers its customers brands such as Proti, Protidiet and N3 Nutrition, among others.

Proticlub Points are an exclusive and very generous loyalty program offering 5% cash back on the total amount of your purchase (before sales taxes). This rebate is given in the form of points that can be used starting with your next purchase.

No. As soon as you open an account with Proticlub, you are automatically enrolled in the Proticlub Points program. From your very first purchase, you earn Proticlub Points.

All products offered online at Proticlub, without exception, including sale products.

First, because of the reduced prices (up to 25%). Second, because all sale products earn Proticlub Points (an additional 5% discount). Finally, because sale products are varied and include some of our best sellers.

The Proticlub pick-up discount is another Proticlub exclusive: an instant 5% discount on the total amount of your purchase (before sales taxes) if you choose to pick up your order in store instead of having it delivered. Your order will be ready within a maximum of three business hours.

All products offered online at Proticlub, without exception, including sale products.

No. If you choose in-store pick-up when making an online purchase, not only will the instant 5% pick-up discount apply to the total amount of your purchase (before sales taxes), but you will also earn another 5% in Proticlub Points, again on the total amount of your purchase (before sales taxes). Combined, that amounts to a 10% discount on already very competitive prices.

Proticlub provides four search tools to help you select the best products for your goals: gluten-free products, nutritional value comparison, food allergens and product comparison. Another Proticlub exclusive. These tools let you access the entire range without travelling and easily compare flavours and formats. You can also review the complete nutritional descriptions of each product before buying, which makes planning your diet week much easier.

As soon as you open an account on the Proticlub website, you automatically have access to the four search tools.

Yes. Our two Proticlub stores, located in Pointe-Claire and Saint-Lambert, are open to the public and carry all the products offered online. We accept Visa, MasterCard, debit cards and cash. Plus, our in-store advisors are the best.

Yes. We prepare all orders the same day or the next day, and we use expedited delivery services, from one to three business days depending on the regions of Quebec or Ontario. We deliver across Canada.

The protein diet creates a significant energy deficit (less than 1,000 calories per day) while maintaining a high intake of complete proteins. This mechanism forces the body to draw on its fat reserves to produce energy, without breaking down muscle mass. Unlike conventional diets, weight loss comes specifically from body fat, which helps prevent the yo-yo effect afterward.

Ketosis is a metabolic state that begins about 72 hours after starting the diet, once the body's sugar reserves are depleted. The body then produces ketone bodies by burning body fat. These ketone bodies have two beneficial effects: they naturally reduce hunger and provide a sense of well-being, making the diet much easier to follow.

Carbohydrates stimulate the secretion of insulin, a hormone that promotes fat storage and prevents the body from using fat as an energy source. By reducing carbohydrates, insulin levels drop quickly, allowing the body to begin burning its fat reserves. This is the central physiological principle of the protein diet.

No. The protein diet is not a high-protein diet. It is a diet reduced in carbohydrates and fats, with a protein intake adjusted to the body's real needs during calorie restriction. The goal is to provide just enough complete protein to protect muscle mass, without excess.

The yo-yo effect mainly occurs when a diet breaks down muscle mass, which slows the metabolism. The protein diet specifically protects muscle mass through an adequate intake of complete proteins. By keeping muscles intact, the metabolism remains active and long-term weight maintenance becomes much easier.

Muscle mass influences basal metabolism, meaning the number of calories the body burns simply to function. In short, the more muscle you have, the more calories you burn at rest. Preserving it therefore helps prevent a metabolic slowdown and makes weight maintenance easier after the diet.

As part of a protein diet, caloric intake drops to less than 1,000 calories per day, compared with the 1,800 kcal recommended for a sedentary woman and 2,200 kcal for a sedentary man between ages 30 and 50. This significant energy deficit forces the body to draw on its fat reserves to meet its needs.

Yes, the protein diet allows a variety of foods, including plenty of vegetables, animal or plant-based food proteins and fibre, a small amount of fruit and dairy products, in addition to protein supplements. It also teaches better eating habits: smaller portions, more complete proteins, fewer carbohydrates and less fat.

A protein is considered complete (or of high biological value) when it contains the full chain of amino acids, including the 8 essential amino acids, in the right proportions. The body can then absorb and use them quickly to build and repair tissues. By contrast, an incomplete protein, like most plant proteins, lacks one or more essential amino acids, making it less effective in a restrictive diet.

These are proteins that contain all amino acids, including the 8 called “essential” because the body cannot make them. They are used more quickly and easily by the body to build and repair muscles and tissues. They can only come from food.

Proteins are the most filling nutrients. They prolong the feeling of fullness for several hours after a meal, which naturally reduces the urge to snack and lowers overall calorie intake. Combined with ketosis in a protein diet, their appetite-suppressing effect is especially strong.

Protein supplements provide a concentrated source of high biological value protein while precisely controlling calories. They guarantee the protein intake needed to preserve muscle mass, without the carbohydrates and fats often found in more commercial protein supplements (big-box stores, pharmacies). They are also practical and available in a wide variety of flavours and textures.

No, moderate-intensity exercise is ideal as part of a protein diet. Without large carbohydrate reserves (glycogen), the body relies more on fat reserves as fuel during moderate effort. By contrast, high-intensity training depletes available sugars and stimulates appetite. The recommended goal is 25 to 40 minutes of moderate exercise per day, which can be divided into cumulative 10- to 15-minute periods.

No. Exercise alone is not enough to lose significant weight: it takes about 10 hours of brisk walking to burn a single pound (half a kilogram) of fat. However, when combined with a protein diet, exercise increases basal metabolism, supports weight loss and, above all, is the key to maintaining results over the long term.

In addition to its physical benefits, regular exercise reduces stress, anxiety and depression, improves mood, sleep and concentration, strengthens body image and self-esteem, and develops self-discipline. It also helps regulate appetite through the effect of adrenaline, which naturally improves eating behaviours.

Regular activity is more sustainable and more beneficial than occasional intense effort. The benefits of physical activity decline quickly after several weeks of inactivity.

The available range is very varied: protein bars, shakes and drinks, protein breakfasts, low-calorie chips, baked goods (muffins, cookies), wafers, protein desserts (puddings, lava cakes, jellies) and meal preparations (pasta, chili, macaroni and cheese). All are designed to be high in protein of high biological value and low in calories. Several options are available gluten-free.

Absolutely. Protein snacks (bars, chips, wafers) are specially designed to satisfy small cravings without exceeding calorie goals. They contribute to satiety, help maintain muscle mass and provide lasting energy without the added sugars found in ordinary snacks. They fit perfectly into a weight-loss plan.

Yes. The Proti brand is manufactured by Bariatrix Nutrition (Lachine, Canada), founded in 1978, which strictly follows Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Protidiet is produced by Pro-Amino International (Mirabel, Canada), founded in 1988, whose concept is based on studies from Harvard University. These two brands are recognized by health professionals and distributed in North America and Europe.

They provide a concentrated source of complete proteins with controlled calories. They simplify portion management and support muscle mass. They can be used as meals, snacks or supplements, depending on the eating plan followed and the recommendations received. Bars, drinks, breakfasts, desserts, chips, wafers, meal preparations, muffins, cookies, soups and other protein-rich products are available.

Yes, they can be a practical snack if they are high in protein, low in calories and suitable for a weight-management approach.

Yes. They offer an option that is higher in protein and generally lower in calories than traditional chips, while satisfying the desire to snack.

Yes. A high-protein breakfast can help prolong morning satiety and prevent cravings, while keeping calorie intake under control.

Yes, if they are designed to be low in calories and high in protein. They make it possible to add a sweet touch without leaving the planned eating framework.

Yes. Several protein product options are available gluten-free, depending on the ranges and brands offered. More than half of the products sold at Proticlub are certified gluten-free.

They are intended not only for people who want to lose weight in a healthy way, but also for anyone who wants to maintain a healthy weight or include snacks that are higher in protein and lower in calories, without sacrificing taste.

Yes. Several formats are easy to carry, quick to prepare and suited to busy schedules, whether at work, at home, before or after an exercise session.

A protein snack is designed to provide greater satiety, support muscle mass and limit calorie intake, unlike most commercial snacks, which are high in sugar or fat and low in true complete proteins.

Our specialized brands (Protidiet, Proti and N3 Nutrition) develop products designed to provide a good intake of complete proteins, controlled calories, varied textures and maximum compatibility with weight-loss plans. At Proticlub, every brand offered is medical grade: this criterion guarantees an optimal manufacturing process to support weight loss.

The caloric restriction of a protein diet can lead to deficiencies in micronutrients essential to proper metabolic function. Vitamins support biochemical reactions and digestion, while minerals, especially potassium, regulate body fluids, help prevent cramps and support muscle function, including the heart muscle. Multivitamin and potassium supplements are therefore essential to help prevent discomfort.

Omega-3s are essential fatty acids that the body cannot produce in sufficient quantities on its own. In the context of a protein diet, they improve metabolic efficiency, reduce inflammation, support heart health, lower blood pressure and triglyceride levels, and help preserve good cholesterol. They also help strengthen immune responses. It is always preferable to consume omega-3s from wild fish, without impurities.

If you are starting a protein diet, the ideal approach is to get a variety of supplements to cover all your meals and snacks throughout the day: a protein breakfast, prepared meals, snacks (bars, chips, wafers) and drinks. Our three brands — Proti, Protidiet and N3 Nutrition — each offer a wide range to meet every moment of the day.

Proti is manufactured by Bariatrix Nutrition (Lachine, Canada, founded in 1978) and ProtiDiet by Pro-Amino International (Mirabel, Canada, founded in 1988). Both brands offer proteins of high biological value in a wide variety of formats (bars, shakes, soups, cookies, mocktails). ProtiDiet stands out for its concept based on Harvard University studies and its broad international presence (Europe, Lebanon, Australia). Proti is recognized for its ongoing innovation in taste and nutritional profiles. They are the two best brands on the market.

Yes, all N3 Nutrition products are certified gluten-free. This Dorval-based Canadian brand specializes in protein baked goods — soft cookies and muffins — that are high in protein and low in carbohydrates. It is an ideal option for people with gluten intolerance who want to enjoy tasty snacks compatible with their diet.

To replace a meal, choose protein meal preparations (vegetarian chili, macaroni and cheese) or more substantial protein shakes and drinks. These products are designed to keep you full longer, pair well with vegetables and food proteins, and meet your nutritional needs while remaining low in calories.

Yes, many products from the Proti and ProtiDiet brands are available in gluten-free versions (bars, chips, breakfasts, bakery products, desserts). The entire N3 Nutrition range is certified gluten-free. When ordering online, look for the “gluten-free” mention on product pages to guide your selection.

Yes. Whether the product is from Proti, Protidiet or N3 Nutrition, each one is manufactured according to high standards of safety and effectiveness that comply with industry best practices. All our products meet the strictest standards of the protein diet, both in terms of the quality of the proteins used and the overall nutritional value of each product.

Yes. These products are recognized by health professionals for their effectiveness in inducing safe and lasting weight loss. The Proti and Protidiet brands offer medical-grade products, making them suitable for people following a diet supervised by a health professional.

Dietary supplements — multivitamins, potassium — are not protein supplements in the strict sense, but they are essential to your diet to help prevent deficiencies and discomfort (cramps, fatigue). At Proticlub, we have selected Sisu (multivitamins) and Trophic (potassium), two Canadian brands offering high-quality natural products.

Taste quality is a fundamental criterion in our product selection. The Proti, ProtiDiet and N3 Nutrition brands are known for their authentic flavours and varied textures: soft bars, crunchy chips, creamy shakes, indulgent wafers, tender cookies, protein cappuccinos, mocktails, savoury soups, etc. All are made from premium ingredients to ensure a satisfying experience with every bite.

Yes, and it is one of the great advantages of the protein diet! Our supplement range includes protein desserts (bars, puddings, lava cakes), crispy wafers and tender cookies designed to satisfy sweet cravings without exceeding your calorie goals. These treats are low in calories while being high in protein, making them guilt-free pleasures.

Because in addition to meeting all protein diet standards, our supplements provide the pleasure of real snacks, breakfasts or meals while supporting optimal weight management. At Proticlub, all our protein supplements add pleasure to your diet and even beyond.