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protein shake

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protein shake contains 3 additives worth knowing about, including at least one rated high risk.

Nutrition

Calories
48.5 kcal
Protein
9.09 g
Carbs
2.12 g
Fat
0.909 g

Per 100 g, from Open Food Facts.

Additives

Each additive links to its full risk profile.

Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC)Human RCT showed CMC alters the microbiome and encroaches the gut mucus layer.high
Natural FlavorsUndisclosed proprietary mixtures — dozens of solvents/carriers allowed under one label; opacity is the issue.medium
Sunflower OilHigh-linoleic refined seed oil (unless high-oleic).medium
Calcium ChlorideFirming mineral salt.low
CelluloseInsoluble plant fiber filler.low
Gellan GumFermentation-derived gelling agent.low
LecithinsPhospholipids from soy/sunflower/egg; a normal dietary component.low
Sodium CitratesCitrate buffer salt.low
Steviol GlycosidesPlant-derived sweetener with the cleanest current evidence among NNS.low

Full ingredients

filtered water, dairy protein blend (milk protein isolate, milk protein concentrate), organic alkalized cocoa, organic high oleic sunflower oil, sunflower lecithin, sea salt, monk fruit extract, reb m stevia extract, sodium citrate, natural flavors, cellulose gel, cellulose gum, calcium chloride, gellan gum

Product data from Open Food Facts. Additive risk ratings from the Ration additive database.