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Whey Protein Creamy Vanilla

NOW Sports
4.8
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(319 ratings)
Sodium 135 mg
Potassium 186 mg
Protein (unspecified) 26 Gram(s)
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Score72
A solid whey protein dose, but modest potassium, 55 mg of cholesterol, and limited heart-specific coverage reduce its appeal.
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Quantity:2 lb(s) • (21 servings)
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Score 72

A solid whey protein dose, but modest potassium, 55 mg of cholesterol, and limited heart-specific coverage reduce its appeal.
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Analysis

A serving offers 26 g of whey protein in 170 calories, with 2 g of fat and 7 g of carbohydrate. The named whey source is useful information, although the supplied data does not specify whether it is concentrate, isolate, or a blend.

Potassium is modest at 186 mg and only slightly exceeds the 135 mg sodium amount. The serving also contains 55 mg of cholesterol, so its nutritional value comes mostly from protein rather than a favorable cardiovascular profile.

The formula suits people who tolerate dairy and want a straightforward flavored protein shake. It provides little direct support for lipid metabolism, vascular function, cardiac energy, or homocysteine balance, and the serving value is not especially strong.

Who is it for
  • Dairy-tolerant adults seeking a flavored whey protein
  • People who want a substantial protein serving
Best for
  • General whey-protein supplementation
  • A higher-protein vanilla shake

Pros

  • Provides 26 g of whey protein
  • Keeps fat moderate
  • Lists potassium, sodium, calcium, and iron amounts

Cons

  • Contains 55 mg of cholesterol
  • Potassium is modest
  • Whey type is not specified
  • Offers little direct cardiovascular support

Warnings

  • Whey is milk-derived and is unsuitable for people with a milk-protein allergy.

Nutrient quality

86 Highest impact

The named whey concentrate and substantial protein amount support effective protein supplementation. Moderate carbohydrate, missing processing details, and unspecified mineral forms keep quality from being exceptional.

Ingredient transparency

65 Moderate impact

The nutrition panel clearly states protein, macronutrient, sodium, and potassium amounts. The underlying protein ingredients, serving directions, and non-active ingredients are missing from the supplied details.

Customer satisfaction

66 High impact

The supplied average rating is very strong and is supported by limited review count. No detailed feedback is available to assess repeated complaints or purpose-specific experiences.

Value for money

69 High impact

A substantial complete-protein serving provides some quality value. The smaller package, high qualitative serving cost, and missing ingredient detail reduce competitiveness.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
170 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
2 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
55 mg
Sodium
135 mg
Total Carbohydrates
7 Gram(s)
Protein
26 Gram(s)
Vitamin D
0 mcg
Calcium
123 mg
Iron
0.4 mg
Potassium
186 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Kosher
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Sodium · 135 mg OverallScore56
D Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB- Value

The label gives a sodium amount without naming its source, limiting purity assessment. 135 mg is below the target range for intense sweat replacement; supporting electrolytes are present, but their forms do not establish high bioavailability; no trace-mineral complex or buffering compound is disclosed. The moderate carbohydrate load lowers suitability during exercise compared with a leaner formula; value is better judged across the broader protein or fiber formula than from sodium alone.

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Potassium · 186 mg OverallScore39
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

Vanilla whey protein offers a modest potassium contribution within a broader protein serving. The amount is moderate, although the chemical source remains undisclosed. A high serving cost makes potassium-specific value weak.

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Sources

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

  1. 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
  2. Oral potassium supplementation for management of essential hypertension: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
    Poorolajal J; Zeraati F; Soltanian AR; Sheikh V; Hooshmand E; Maleki A · PloS one · 2017
    Meta-analysis1,213 participants23 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
  3. 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
  4. 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
  5. 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
  6. 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