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Plant-Based Protein 20 g Vanilla

California Gold Nutrition SPORT
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(5730 ratings)
Sodium 360 mg
Iron 6.9 mg
Potassium 260 mg
Protein (unspecified) 20 Gram(s)
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Score67
A straightforward 20 g plant protein with useful iron, limited by undisclosed sources and notable sodium.
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Quantity:32 Ounce(s) • (29 servings)
Goals:
Heart Health

Score 67

A straightforward 20 g plant protein with useful iron, limited by undisclosed sources and notable sodium.
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Analysis

The vanilla powder provides 20 g protein with modest fat and carbohydrate and no cholesterol. Iron and potassium make useful secondary contributions.

The supplied label does not identify the plant proteins, mineral forms, sweeteners, or flavor ingredients. Sodium is more prominent than potassium, which is not ideal for a heart-focused positioning.

The formula suits routine protein supplementation better than targeted cardiovascular support. Buyers prioritizing ingredient transparency may want a product with a complete source list.

Who is it for
  • Adults seeking a vanilla plant-protein shake
  • People adding moderate protein to meals
Best for
  • Daily protein support
  • Plant-based fitness routines

Pros

  • Provides 20 g protein
  • Includes 6.9 mg iron
  • Contains no cholesterol

Cons

  • Protein sources are unknown
  • Full flavor system is missing
  • Sodium is notable

Warnings

  • People using a separate iron supplement should include the 6.9 mg iron in their total intake.
  • The 360 mg sodium amount may not fit strict sodium limits.

Nutrient quality

74 High impact

Protein source details or amino-acid quality are too incomplete to confirm form quality. The protein amount is meaningful for a typical meal or post-exercise serving.

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Ingredient transparency

57 Moderate impact

Protein and nutrient totals are shown, but source-level active amounts are incomplete. Serving count is available, but complete scoop and preparation guidance are not supplied.

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Customer satisfaction

70 High impact

The supplied average rating is generally favorable. No specific feedback was supplied to judge recurring complaints or fit with the intended use.

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Value for money

70 High impact

The protein amount partly supports the asking price, with disclosure or goal-fit limitations. Serving cost is reasonable but not especially compelling for the disclosed quality.

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Goals

Heart Health
Heart Health
Impact
Moderate effect
D Goal FitC+ Strength of SupportD- CoverageB+ Formula Quality
Vitamin D · mcg

Plant protein can support general nutrition but has little direct effect on the major heart-health pathways in this evaluation. The simple formula avoids stimulant or proprietary botanical concerns.

No meaningful omega fatty acid, soluble fiber, CoQ10, or vascular active is included, while sodium is notable for a single serving. It is better suited to protein intake than targeted cardiovascular support.

Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
120 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
2 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
0 mg
Sodium
360 mg
Total Carbohydrate
5 Gram(s)
Protein
20 Gram(s)
Vitamin D
0 mcg
Calcium
30 mg
Iron
6.9 mg
Potassium
260 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Dairy Free Vegetarian
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Sodium · 360 mg OverallScore64
D- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value

The sodium amount is well aligned with athletic replenishment, and potassium adds useful electrolyte support. The sources of both minerals are not disclosed, while the moderate carbohydrate amount may be less suitable during sensitive training sessions. Serving value is middling for a product whose main purpose is protein rather than hydration.

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Iron · 6.9 mg OverallScore43
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The iron form is not disclosed, and the 6.9 mg amount is too low for targeted supplementation. No vitamin C, folate, or vitamin B12 is listed to improve the iron profile. A single scoop is simple to use, but the serving is expensive and functions primarily as protein rather than focused iron support.

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Potassium · 260 mg OverallScore30
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The listed potassium amount provides a moderate contribution but does not reach the collection's typical effective range. The chemical source is not identified, so its absorption and metabolic role cannot be judged from the supplied label. Value is weak for the potassium delivered, even though the single listed amount reasonably appears to represent elemental potassium.

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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

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    Poorolajal J; Zeraati F; Soltanian AR; Sheikh V; Hooshmand E; Maleki A · PloS one · 2017
    Meta-analysis1,213 participants23 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
  2. Effect of Potassium Supplementation on Endothelial Function: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Intervention Studies.
    D'Elia L; Cappuccio FP; Masulli M; La Fata E; Rendina D; Galletti F · Nutrients · 2023
    Meta-analysis332 participants5 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
  3. Potassium intake and risk of stroke in women with hypertension and nonhypertension in the Women's Health Initiative.
    Seth A; Mossavar-Rahmani Y; Kamensky V; Silver B; Lakshminarayan K; Prentice R; Van Horn L; Wassertheil-Smoller S · Stroke · 2015
    Cohort study90,137 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
  4. Potassium intake, stroke, and cardiovascular disease a meta-analysis of prospective studies.
    D'Elia L; Barba G; Cappuccio FP; Strazzullo P · Journal of the American College of Cardiology · 2011
    Meta-analysis247,510 participants11 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
  5. Associations between sodium, potassium, and blood pressure: results from the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos, a prospective cohort study.
    Swift SL; Sotres-Alvarez D; Raij L; Wassertheil-Smoller S; Schneiderman N; Llabre M; Zeki Al Hazzouri A; Rundek T; Van Horn L; Daviglus M; Castaneda S; Youngblood M; Mossavar-Rahmani Y; Elfassy T · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2024
    Cohort study11,429 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
  6. Serum potassium levels provide prognostic information in symptomatic heart failure beyond traditional clinical variables.
    Toledo CC; Vellosa Schwartzmann P; Miguel Silva L; da Silva Ferreira G; Bianchini Cardoso F; Citelli Ribeiro V; Paim LR; Antunes-Correa LM; Carvalho Sposito A; Matos Souza JR; Modolo R; Nadruz W; Fernandes de Carvalho LS; Coelho-Filho OR · ESC heart failure · 2021
    Cohort study178 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
  7. Long-Term Potassium Monitoring and Dynamics in Heart Failure and Risk of Mortality.
    Núñez J; Bayés-Genís A; Zannad F; Rossignol P; Núñez E; Bodí V; Miñana G; Santas E; Chorro FJ; Mollar A; Carratalá A; Navarro J; Górriz JL; Lupón J; Husser O; Metra M; Sanchis J · Circulation · 2019
    Cohort study2,164 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
  8. Effect of high potassium diet on endothelial function.
    Blanch N; Clifton PM; Petersen KS; Willoughby SR; Keogh JB · Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD · 2015
    Randomized trial35 participantsHeart Health forPotassium