Why is Protein Drink PLUS classified as ultra-processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

It contains industrial ingredients such as carrageenan (E407) used as a stabilizer and sucralose (E955) as a sweetener, plus flavorings and a lactase enzyme; together with refined milk protein isolates these components place the drink in the ultra-processed NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar and salt content in Protein Drink PLUS affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

The product is labeled no added sugar but its nutrient-level rating lists sugars as moderate, so it still contributes carbohydrates that can raise blood glucose, while its low salt level is more suitable for a hypertensive diet, though total intake should still be monitored.

Is the milk protein in Protein Drink PLUS a concern for people with milk allergy or lactose intolerance?

Milk protein is a declared allergen, making the shake unsuitable for anyone with a milk allergy, and although lactase enzyme is added to aid lactose digestion, the presence of dairy proteins still poses a risk for allergic reactions.

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Protein Drink PLUS

Beverages

Product Insights

Protein Drink PLUS is an artificially sweetened beverage classified under the Beverages and Artificially sweetened beverages groups. It delivers a high amount of milk protein with low fat and is gluten-free and labeled no added sugar, yet it is a NOVA 4 ultra-processed product and carries a Nutri-Score of not-applicable, reflecting that standard nutritional grading does not apply to this supplement. While the shake provides substantial protein, it contains artificial sweetener sucralose, carrageenan as a stabilizer, and moderate sugar levels, which may be concerns for some consumers.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

low

Saturated Fat

moderate

Sugars

moderate

Salt

low

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Added Sugars0 g

Fruits & Vegetables0 %

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average beverage (approximately 5.7 g sugar, 1.0 g fat, 1.3 g saturated fat, 1.1 g salt per 100 g), this protein shake is low in fat, has moderate sugar and saturated fat levels, and supplies considerably more protein than the typical 2.8 g per-100 g benchmark.

Ingredients

low-fat milk, milk protein, stabilizer, carrageenan, flavoring, sweetener, sucralose, lactase enzyme

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