Genius Whey Protein Powder

Rated at 1/5 green leaves, the Genius Whey Protein Powder Chocolate struggles to meet our stringent criteria for cleaner food options. This product is not organic, which directly impacts its rating negatively. Furthermore, it does not utilize non-GMO ingredients, further detracting from its score. The presence of added sugars, including evaporated cane sugar and organic stevia leaf extract, raises concerns about the product’s nutritional profile. The addition of cane sugar, a more harmful type of added sugar, exacerbates these concerns.

Delving into the ingredient list, the Genius Whey Protein Powder Chocolate contains whey protein isolate and egg white protein isolate as its primary sources of protein. Although protein isolates are a common ingredient in such powders, the product’s use of both evaporated cane sugar and organic stevia leaf extract as sweeteners is a point of contention. These ingredients contribute to the product’s reduced score due to added sugars.

Moreover, the inclusion of ‘natural flavors’ is ambiguous and often a red flag for undisclosed additives. The presence of cocoa powder is expected in a chocolate-flavored powder, but the addition of organic rice hulls, sodium chloride, and xanthan gum raises further questions. Xanthan gum, in particular, is a thickening agent that some may find undesirable.

The product does not align with our mission to provide cleaner and healthier food alternatives. The Genius Whey Protein Powder Chocolate’s low score reflects its inclusion of non-organic, GMO, and added sugar ingredients, as well as potentially harmful additives. Consumers seeking cleaner protein powder options should consider alternatives that prioritize organic ingredients, are non-GMO, and do not contain added sugars or ambiguous additives. Our assessment aims to guide consumers towards products that support a healthier lifestyle and dietary choices.