Vega, Protein Smoothie
Processing Score
5.5Highly Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
7.5/10Excellent
The processing score reflects 14 ingredients, including emulsifiers or gums. The nutrition score reflects high sodium.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Protein SourceGood Fiber Source
Nutrient Alerts
High Sodium
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
838766006123
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size21 g
Amount per serving
Calories
80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 140mg
6%
Total Carbohydrate 3g
1%
Dietary Fiber 1g
4%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 15g
Calcium 100mg
8%
Iron 3.6mg
20%
* 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
6 listed · 3 flagged for reviewVEGA PROTEIN BLEND, VEGA GREEN BLEND [ORGANIC ALFALFA GRASS POWDER, SPINACH POWDER, BROCCOLI POWDER, ORGANIC KALE POWDER], PAPAYA CONCENTRATE POWDER [CONTAINS NATURALLY OCCURRING ENZYMES], NATURAL FRENCH VANILLA FLAVORS, XANTHAN GUM, STEVIA LEAF EXTRACT.
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Why Does This Score Highly Processed?
In our analysis, Vega, Protein Smoothie scores Highly Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Industrial Enzymes (Papaya Concentrate Powder [Contains Naturally Occurring Enzymes]): Industrial enzyme use indicates significant processing.
- Natural Flavors (Natural French Vanilla Flavors): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
- 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.
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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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