Optimum Nutrition
Flavor:
Gold Standard Ready To Drink Protein Shake - Chocolate
Ingredients:
Filtered Water. Protein Blend (Milk Protein Isolate, Mik Protein Concentrate. Whey Protein Concentrate, Calcium Caseinate) Cocoa (Processed with Alkalil, Sunflower Oil Natural Flavors, Cellulose Gel and Gum, Vitamin and Mineral Blend (Magnesium Phosphate, Sodium Ascorbate, Ferric Orthophosphate, Zinc Aspartate, di-Alpha Tocopheryl Acetate, Folic Acid Potassium lodide, Niacinamide, Vitamin A Palmitate, Phytomenadione, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Sulfate. Cholecalciferol, Sodium Selenite, d-Calcium Pantothenate, Sodium Molybdate, Chromium Chloride, Biotin, Cyanocobalamin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride. Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin), Potassium Phosphate and Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Heavy Cream, Salt, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium, Carrageenan.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rating: 1/5 Green Leaves
The Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Ready To Drink Protein Shake in Chocolate receives our lowest green leaf rating due to its composition of non-organic and potentially harmful ingredients. The product is not organic, and it does not use non-GMO ingredients, which significantly impacts its rating. The inclusion of artificial sweeteners such as Acesulfame potassium and Sucralose, which are added sugars, further detracts from its score.
Moreover, the protein shake contains several additives like Natural Flavor, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, and Sodium Hexametaphosphate, which are considered potentially harmful. Carrageenan, present in the shake, is identified as a known harmful additive. The product also lists Palm as an ingredient, which we categorize as a harmful oil.
This protein shake is not recommended based on the presence of these ingredients. Consumers seeking cleaner food options should be aware that this product falls short of the health standards set by our rating system. With a 1/5 green leaves score, it reflects a significant presence of ingredients that are best avoided for those looking for healthier alternatives in the market.
The Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Ready To Drink Protein Shake may have intended to provide a convenient source of protein, but the inclusion of various non-preferred additives and sweeteners overshadows its potential benefits. For individuals prioritizing cleaner and more natural food choices, there are other products on the market that would align better with those values. It is essential to examine the ingredients list thoroughly and choose products that support a healthy lifestyle without compromising on ingredient quality.
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