Why is Sportness Protein classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The bar combines concentrated protein isolates with refined sugars, maltodextrin, emulsifiers such as soy lecithin, flavor enhancers, and stabilizers like xanthan gum, all of which are typical of ultra‑processed foods and place it in the NOVA 4 category.

How does the sugar and salt content in this product affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With only 3 g of sugar per 100 g, the bar adds minimal carbohydrate load, which is relatively safe for blood‑glucose control, but its 1.28 g of salt per 100 g contributes to daily sodium intake and may require caution for people managing hypertension.

Is Sportness Protein suitable for vegan, halal, or gluten‑free diets?

The product relies on dairy‑based protein isolates, so it is not vegan; unless the manufacturer specifies a gluten‑free formulation, it may contain wheat‑derived ingredients, and halal suitability depends on the source of the animal‑derived proteins, which is not declared on the label.

dm • 40g

Sportness Protein

Sugary Snacks

Product Insights

Sportness Protein is a 40 g protein bar marketed by dm as a bodybuilding and dietary supplement, falling under the “Sugary snacks” and “Biscuits and cakes” groups in the PNNS classification. It delivers an exceptionally high protein content of 37.5 g per 100 g and 10 g of fiber while keeping sugars low at 3 g, but it also contains 12.75 g of total fat (6.5 g saturated) and 1.28 g of salt, giving it a moderate energy level of 352 kcal per 100 g. Because it is formulated with multiple processed ingredients and added sweeteners, it is considered an ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) product and, as a supplement, does not carry a Nutri‑Score rating.

Nutrient Levels

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Fat

moderate

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

moderate

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 g

Energy Kcal353 kcal

Fat13 g

Saturated Fat6.6 g

Carbohydrates27 g

Sugars3 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average snack, Sportness Protein provides about six times more protein (37.5 g vs 6.33 g per 100 g), far less sugar (3 g vs 28.98 g), and slightly less total fat (12.75 g vs 17.65 g), while its saturated fat and salt are marginally below the category averages.

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