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Classic Whey Strawberry Shortcake

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4.8
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(124 ratings)
Sodium 135 mg
Phosphorus 102 mg
Potassium 160 mg
Protein (unspecified) 25 Gram(s)
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Score77
Useful complete protein with a lean profile, but the mineral amounts are too small and cholesterol too notable for a heart-focused choice.
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Quantity:5 Pound(s) • (66 servings)
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Score 77

Useful complete protein with a lean profile, but the mineral amounts are too small and cholesterol too notable for a heart-focused choice.
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Analysis

The 25 g protein serving is useful for meeting daily protein needs and supporting muscle maintenance. Whey concentrate provides a complete amino-acid profile in a relatively lean nutrition profile.

Potassium and magnesium remain too low to offer strong blood-pressure or vascular support. The 70 mg cholesterol and 135 mg sodium amounts should be considered within the rest of the diet when heart health is the stated priority.

The large container improves supply convenience, but the formula remains a general protein powder rather than a cardiovascular product. Flavoring and other non-active ingredients are not fully described in the supplied facts.

Who is it for
  • Adults increasing protein intake
  • Users who tolerate whey concentrate
  • People wanting a large flavored powder
Best for
  • General protein supplementation
  • Muscle maintenance
  • Post-workout nutrition

Pros

  • Provides 25 g complete protein
  • Low carbohydrate
  • Low fat
  • Large supply

Cons

  • Poor heart-goal alignment
  • Potassium and magnesium are modest
  • Contains 70 mg cholesterol
  • Full flavor details are not supplied

Warnings

  • Contains milk-derived whey and should be avoided with a milk-protein allergy.
  • Whey concentrate may cause digestive discomfort in lactose-sensitive users.
  • The sodium and cholesterol amounts should be counted within a restricted eating plan when those nutrients are being limited.

Nutrient quality

87 Highest impact

Whey concentrate provides a substantial amount of complete protein for routine supplementation. The unnamed mineral forms and cholesterol contribution limit broader nutritional quality.

Ingredient transparency

73 High impact

The whey source and main nutrition amounts are disclosed without a hidden protein blend. Mineral forms, mixing directions, and the full non-active ingredient list remain unclear.

Customer satisfaction

65 Moderate impact

The aggregate rating is favorable but the response base is modest. No review text is supplied, so repeated complaints and specific product experiences cannot be verified.

Value for money

79 High impact

The substantial protein serving gives the formula useful practical value. The ongoing cost and incomplete label detail keep it from being a clear category leader.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
130 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
2 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
70 mg
Total Carbohydrates
2 Gram(s)
Protein
25 Gram(s)
Calcium
157 mg
Phosphorus
102 mg
Magnesium
22 mg
Sodium
135 mg
Potassium
160 mg
Whey Protein concentrate
32.47 Gram(s)
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Kosher
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Sodium · 135 mg OverallScore53
D- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value

The sodium amount is too low to replace substantial sweat losses during intense activity. Source quality and supporting-electrolyte absorption remain uncertain because their chemical forms are incomplete. The supplied data show no clear additive concern, while cost efficiency is limited or uncertain.

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Phosphorus · 102 mg OverallScore44
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The label states an elemental phosphorus amount but does not name its source compound, leaving its bone relevance uncertain. The 102 mg serving sits in the targeted supplemental range and is delivered efficiently. Cost per serving is high compared with the collection benchmark, weakening value for phosphorus-focused use.

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Potassium · 160 mg OverallScore39
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The serving contributes a moderate amount of potassium, but its food-derived chemical form is not identified. The dietary label likely reports elemental potassium without stating that explicitly. Value is limited because the potassium dose remains below the collection median at a relatively high cost per serving.

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    Meta-analysis332 participants5 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
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    Meta-analysis247,510 participants11 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
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