Plant Protein German Chocolate Cake

Plant Protein German Chocolate Cake

Nutrex Research Natural Series4.5 (54 ratings)
Format:Powder Quantity: 1 Pound(s) · 18 servings
$31.17 $1.73 per serving
iHerb$31.17

Product analysis

40 out of 100

Plant Protein German Chocolate Cake offers a flavored plant protein supplement. Missing protein-source details make it harder to compare the quality of its main ingredient.

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Nutrient Quality20

The protein source and nutrient forms are unspecified, so their quality cannot be judged confidently. Potassium also lacks a clearly identified source.

Ingredient Transparency50

Most amounts are stated, but vitamin D and cholesterol amounts are missing. None of the relevant forms are disclosed, which makes detailed comparisons difficult.

Value For Money44

Value is mixed across the listed minerals, while the main protein contribution remains uncertain. The full serving price looks less favorable for iron than for potassium.

Customer Satisfaction67

Customer feedback is positive, though it comes from a relatively small number of ratings. That limits how broadly the experiences can be applied.

Product Focus36

The many listed nutritional entries do not establish a clear goal-specific advantage. Its suitability for a particular goal remains uncertain, with no ingredient confirmed unnecessary.

Format
Powder
Container
1 Pound(s)
Per serving
$1.73
Customer rating
4.5 · 54 ratings
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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
130 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
3 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
0 mg
Sodium
300 mg 69
Total Carbohydrates
4 Gram(s)
Protein
20 Gram(s)
Vitamin D
0 mcg
Calcium
30 mg
Iron
5.6 mg 38
Potassium
140 mg 34
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Dairy Free Vegetarian
Report overview
Sodium · 300 mg OverallScore69
D Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
Each serving supplies 300 mg of sodium at a fairly high cost per serving. The sodium source is unspecified.
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Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability48

The sodium source is unspecified. Potassium is included, but its form is not named in the available information.
Sodium Source Purity & Quality
The sodium source is unspecified.
Bioavailability of Supporting Electrolytes
Potassium is included, but its form is not named in the available information.
Trace Mineral Complex & Buffering Forms
No additional trace mineral complex or buffering form is identified.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency100

300 mg of sodium per serving contributes to replacing sweat losses. The listed electrolyte amounts are individually disclosed. The available Other Ingredients information indicates no artificial colors or sweeteners.
Sodium Dosage for Athletic Replenishment
300 mg of sodium per serving contributes to replacing sweat losses.
Ingredient Label Transparency
Sodium and potassium amounts are individually disclosed.
Artificial Color and Sweetener Disclosure
The available Other Ingredients information indicates no artificial colors or sweeteners.

Value50

The cost per serving is fairly high.
Price Per Serving vs. Collection Median
The cost per serving is fairly high.
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Iron · 5.6 mg OverallScore38
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
The serving supplies 5.6 mg of iron, a small amount, at a high cost per serving. The iron compound is unknown, so its form cannot be compared. The amount of vitamin C is unknown, so its contribution to iron absorption is unclear.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability15

The iron compound is unknown, so its form cannot be compared. The amount of vitamin C is unknown, so its contribution to iron absorption is unclear.
Iron Chemical Form & Bioavailability
The iron compound is unknown, so its form cannot be compared.
Absorption Support & Blocker Avoidance
The amount of vitamin C is unknown, so its contribution to iron absorption is unclear.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency70

The iron amount is clearly stated at 5.6 mg per serving, a small amount.
Elemental Iron Label Clarity
The iron amount is clearly stated.
Dosage Effectiveness & Safety Range
The serving supplies 5.6 mg of iron, a small amount.

Value20

The cost per serving is high.
Price per Effective Serving
The cost per serving is high.
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Potassium · 140 mg OverallScore34
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB+ Value
140 mg of potassium per serving comes at a moderate cost per serving. The potassium form is unknown in the available information.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability0

The potassium form is unknown in the available information.
Potassium Form Quality
The potassium form is unknown in the available information.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency46

The serving provides 140 mg of potassium. There is no separate elemental potassium claim.
Potassium Dosage Potency
The serving provides 140 mg of potassium.
Elemental Yield Transparency
The potassium amount is stated, though there is no separate elemental potassium claim.

Value80

The cost per serving is moderate.
Potassium Value Efficiency
The cost per serving is moderate.
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