Vanilla Flavored Plant-Based Protein Nutritional Shake, Vanilla
Processing Score
6.0Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
4.5/10Fair
The processing score reflects 11 ingredients, including emulsifiers or gums and natural flavoring. The nutrition score reflects high sodium.
Nutrition Highlights
Good Protein SourceGood Fiber Source
Nutrient Alerts
High Sodium
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
079911026119
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size36 g
Amount per serving
Calories
160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.5g
6%
Saturated Fat 1g
5%
Trans Fat N/A
Cholesterol N/A
Sodium 580mg
25%
Total Carbohydrate 8g
3%
Dietary Fiber 2g
7%
Total Sugars 4g
Includes 4g Added Sugars
8%
Protein 20g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
11 listed · 4 flagged for reviewPEA PROTEIN, NATURAL FLAVORS, ORGANIC CANE SUGAR, INULIN FIBER (CHICORY), SUNFLOWER OIL, SEA SALT, POTASSIUM CITRATE, STEVIA LEAF EXTRACT, SODIUM CITRATE, MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES, XANTHAN GUM.
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Why Does This Score Highly Processed?
In our analysis, Vanilla Flavored Plant-Based Protein Nutritional Shake, Vanilla scores Highly Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Plant Proteins (Pea Protein): Isolated proteins require extensive industrial processing.
- Natural Flavors (Natural Flavors): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- Other Additives (Medium Chain Triglycerides): Miscellaneous additives generally indicate processing.
- Stabilizers & Gums (Xanthan Gum): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
Within Protein Shakes & Meal Replacements, this product is more processed than about 17% of the 2,287 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Vanilla Flavored Plant-Based Protein Nutritional Shake, Vanilla's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Organic Cane Sugar, Stevia Leaf Extract.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: Sunflower Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Sea Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- MineralsProcessing indicator
In this product: Potassium Citrate, Sodium Citrate.
Added minerals often compensate for processing.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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