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Whey Protein Isolate Chocolate Flavored

Thorne
4.7
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(736 ratings)
Sodium 105 mg
Potassium 200 mg
Protein (unspecified) 21 Gram(s)
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Score67
A useful complete-protein serving with a lean profile. a small proprietary blend hides its components, and the product has little direct heart-health value.
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Quantity:31 Ounce(s) • (30 servings)
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Score 67

A useful complete-protein serving with a lean profile. a small proprietary blend hides its components, and the product has little direct heart-health value.
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Analysis

21 g of whey isolate make the powder useful for convenient daily protein and exercise recovery. The calorie and macronutrient profile is lean enough for many general nutrition plans.

105 mg sodium and 200 mg potassium are modest contributions rather than a complete hydration formula. a small proprietary blend hides its components, and the supplied facts do not fully describe flavoring or inactive ingredients.

Chocolate Whey Isolate fits dairy-tolerant users who want a straightforward complete protein. The high serving cost weakens value, but it should not be purchased for heart-health or potassium support.

Who is it for
  • Dairy-tolerant adults seeking complete protein
  • People supporting exercise recovery
  • Users wanting a low-carbohydrate protein powder
Best for
  • Daily protein supplementation
  • Post-workout shakes
  • Supporting protein intake with limited calories

Pros

  • Provides 21 g protein
  • Uses whey protein isolate
  • Modest fat and carbohydrate

Cons

  • a small proprietary blend hides its components
  • Not a meaningful electrolyte formula
  • No targeted cardiovascular active

Warnings

  • Contains dairy protein and is unsuitable for people with a milk allergy
  • People with impaired kidney function should review the protein and potassium load before routine use
  • The listed cholesterol and saturated-fat contribution should be considered in medically restricted diets

Nutrient quality

83 Highest impact

Whey protein isolate is a well-regarded protein-dense form. The protein amount is substantial, though two listed protein values conflict.

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Ingredient transparency

55 Moderate impact

Two protein amounts conflict and the small proprietary blend lacks component doses. The supplied data does not include a complete flavoring and inactive ingredient list.

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Customer satisfaction

72 High impact

The aggregate satisfaction measure and review volume provide a useful first impression. Missing firsthand feedback leaves repeat complaints and real-world purpose fit uncertain.

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Value for money

60 Moderate impact

The high serving cost is only partly justified by the isolate form. Each serving offers fair quality-adjusted protein value.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
100 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
1 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
10 mg
Total Carbohydrates
4 Gram(s)
Protein
21 Gram(s)
Calcium
94 mg
Iron
1 mg
Sodium
105 mg
Potassium
200 mg
Whey Protein Isolate
25 Gram(s)
Proprietary Blend
30 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
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Sodium · 105 mg OverallScore56
D Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC- Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyB- Value

The label states sodium but does not identify its source compound. The 105 mg sodium serving is too low for substantial replacement during intense activity. The moderate carbohydrate amount warrants a middle score for exercise-oriented additive purity.

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Potassium · 200 mg OverallScore37
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyF Value
A moderate potassium contribution accompanies the whey isolate, though the source form is not disclosed. The nutrition panel implies an elemental amount but omits compound-level detail. The high serving cost results in weak potassium value.
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    Meta-analysis332 participants5 studies pooledHeart 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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