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Plant Protein German Chocolate Cake

Nutrex Research Natural Series
4.5
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(54 ratings)
Sodium 300 mg
Iron 5.6 mg
Potassium 140 mg
Protein 20 Gram(s)
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Score65
A lean 20 g plant protein with useful iron, but too little source and ingredient detail for a stronger rating.
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Quantity:1 Pound(s) • (18 servings)
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Score 65

A lean 20 g plant protein with useful iron, but too little source and ingredient detail for a stronger rating.
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$31.17($1.73 per serving)
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Analysis

The serving provides 20 g protein with low carbohydrate and moderate fat. Iron contributes meaningful nutrition, and the formula contains no cholesterol.

The supplied details do not identify the plant-protein sources or full ingredient list. Sodium is moderate and potassium is modest, so the mineral balance offers little special heart-health value.

The German chocolate cake flavor may appeal to users seeking variety. Nutritionally, it is better treated as a general protein powder than a targeted cardiovascular formula.

Who is it for
  • Adults wanting dessert-flavored plant protein
  • Fitness users seeking moderate protein
Best for
  • Protein shakes
  • Low-carbohydrate meal additions

Pros

  • Provides 20 g protein
  • Includes 5.6 mg iron
  • Low carbohydrate content

Cons

  • Protein sources are not disclosed
  • Flavor ingredients are missing
  • Only modest potassium

Warnings

  • The 300 mg sodium amount may matter for people following a strict sodium limit.
  • People stacking iron supplements should account for the 5.6 mg iron serving.

Nutrient quality

75 High impact

Protein source details or amino-acid quality are too incomplete to confirm form quality. The protein amount is meaningful for a typical meal or post-exercise serving.

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Ingredient transparency

57 Moderate impact

Protein and nutrient totals are shown, but source-level active amounts are incomplete. Serving count is available, but complete scoop and preparation guidance are not supplied.

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Customer satisfaction

62 Moderate impact

The supplied average rating is strong. No specific feedback was supplied to judge recurring complaints or fit with the intended use.

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Value for money

66 High impact

The protein amount partly supports the asking price, with disclosure or goal-fit limitations. Serving cost is reasonable but not especially compelling for the disclosed quality.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
130 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
3 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
0 mg
Sodium
300 mg
Total Carbohydrates
4 Gram(s)
Protein
20 Gram(s)
Vitamin D
0 mcg
Calcium
30 mg
Iron
5.6 mg
Potassium
140 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Dairy Free Vegetarian
Report overview
Sodium · 300 mg OverallScore69
D Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityA Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB- Value

The sodium amount falls within the useful range for many exercise settings. Potassium adds supporting electrolyte coverage, but its chemical form and the sodium source are not disclosed. Protein explains the elevated serving cost, while the carbohydrate level leaves the sugar load uncertain.

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Iron · 5.6 mg OverallScore45
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityB Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The chemical form of iron is not disclosed, and the loose powder allows flexible mixing but is not a slow-release or liquid iron format. The iron amount is below the effective supplemental range; no qualifying vitamin C, folate, or vitamin B12 support is listed. The high serving cost mainly reflects protein rather than effective iron support; the serving cost is above the collection’s poor-value threshold.

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Potassium · 140 mg OverallScore33
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD+ Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value

The potassium appears to come from food ingredients, but its chemical form is not identified. The 140 mg serving is modest and the label does not separate compound weight from elemental yield. A relatively high serving cost makes it weak value when potassium intake is the priority.

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Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

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    Poorolajal J; Zeraati F; Soltanian AR; Sheikh V; Hooshmand E; Maleki A · PloS one · 2017
    Meta-analysis1,213 participants23 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
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    D'Elia L; Cappuccio FP; Masulli M; La Fata E; Rendina D; Galletti F · Nutrients · 2023
    Meta-analysis332 participants5 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
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    Seth A; Mossavar-Rahmani Y; Kamensky V; Silver B; Lakshminarayan K; Prentice R; Van Horn L; Wassertheil-Smoller S · Stroke · 2015
    Cohort study90,137 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
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    D'Elia L; Barba G; Cappuccio FP; Strazzullo P · Journal of the American College of Cardiology · 2011
    Meta-analysis247,510 participants11 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
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    Cohort study11,429 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
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    Cohort study178 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
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    Cohort study2,164 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
  8. Effect of high potassium diet on endothelial function.
    Blanch N; Clifton PM; Petersen KS; Willoughby SR; Keogh JB · Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD · 2015
    Randomized trial35 participantsHeart Health forPotassium