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Protein powder
Protein powder by by sainsbury's provides 43 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 7.7 g of protein. That is 87% less sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Protein powders category. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | 363 −88% |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 4.7 −85% |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 2.1 −81% |
| Carbohydrates | 1.3 g | 10.1 −87% |
| Total sugars | 0.5 g | 3.8 −87% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0.6 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.5 g | 4.1 −88% |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 69.5 −89% |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 1.1 −94% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 4748 Protein powders products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other protein powders
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Whey Protein Concentrate (Cows' Milk) (90%), Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder (8%), Emulsifier: Sunflower Lecithin; Flavourings, Sweetener: Sucralose, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6)
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 3
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00448543
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Protein powder?
Protein powder contains 43 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Protein powder?
Protein powder has 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Protein powder healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Protein powder vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Protein powder contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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