Select Protein Frosted Chocolate Cupcake

Select Protein Frosted Chocolate Cupcake

PEScience4.6 (513 ratings)
Format:Powder Quantity: 32 Ounce(s) · 27 servings
$44.99 $1.66 per serving
iHerbLowest$44.99Nutrition Faktory$54.99iHerb$54.99

Product analysis

42 out of 100

Select Protein Frosted Chocolate Cupcake offers a chocolate cupcake flavored way to add protein to your diet. An omitted amount and unspecified nutrient forms limit detailed comparisons.

AI assessment of the formula, label and price. How scoring works

Nutrient Quality20

The listed nutrients do not identify specific forms. Their relative form quality therefore cannot be compared reliably.

Ingredient Transparency56

Nearly all listed amounts are disclosed, with one applicable amount omitted. None of the applicable nutrient forms are named, limiting a detailed comparison.

Value For Money39

The serving offers moderate value in the sodium comparison but weak value for calcium. Value for the main protein content remains uncertain.

Customer Satisfaction75

Customer feedback is generally favorable across hundreds of ratings. The feedback provides satisfaction context without establishing performance for a specific goal.

Product Focus36

The main purpose is to add protein alongside other listed nutrients. A specific goal benefit cannot be established from the information available.

Format
Powder
Container
32 Ounce(s)
Per serving
$1.66
Customer rating
4.6 · 513 ratings
Report analysis

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per servingScore
Calories
120 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
1.5 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
45 mg
Sodium
210 mg 52
Total Carbohydrates
1 Gram(s)
Protein
24 Gram(s)
Vitamin D
0 mcg
Calcium
280 mg 33
Potassium
90 mg
Iron
0.2 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Women
Report overview
Sodium · 210 mg OverallScore52
D Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value
210 mg sodium per serving is a small contribution for replacing sweat losses during intense activity. The cost per serving is relatively high. The sodium source is unknown. An artificial sweetener is listed.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability48

The sodium source is unknown. Potassium is present, but its form is unclear.
Sodium Source Purity & Quality
The sodium source is unknown.
Bioavailability of Supporting Electrolytes
Potassium is present, but its form is unclear.
Trace Mineral Complex & Buffering Forms
No trace mineral complex or sodium bicarbonate is identified.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency57

210 mg sodium per serving is a small contribution for replacing sweat losses during intense activity. An artificial sweetener is listed.
Sodium Dosage for Athletic Replenishment
210 mg sodium per serving is a small contribution for replacing sweat losses during intense activity.
Ingredient Label Transparency
The label states 210 mg sodium and 90 mg potassium per serving.
Artificial Color and Sweetener Disclosure
An artificial sweetener is listed.

Value50

The cost per serving is relatively high.
Price Per Serving vs. Collection Median
The cost per serving is relatively high.
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Calcium · 280 mg OverallScore33
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
280 mg of calcium per serving is a useful contribution. The cost per serving is high. The calcium form is unknown. An artificial additive is listed.
How this ingredient is rated

Active Ingredient Quality & Bioavailability30

The calcium form is unknown. The calcium amount is clearly stated.
Calcium Form & Absorption Potential
The calcium form is unknown.
Elemental Calcium Transparency
The label states 280 mg of calcium per serving.

Dose, Safety & Label Transparency42

280 mg of calcium per serving is a useful contribution. An artificial additive is listed.
Absorption-Optimized Serving Dose
280 mg of calcium per serving is a useful contribution.
Formulation Purity & Additives
An artificial additive is listed.

Value20

The cost per serving is high.
Price Per Serving Efficiency
The cost per serving is high.
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79 Performance

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72 Performance

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79 Budget

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75 Budget

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81 Budget

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74 Value

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65 Value

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64 Value

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