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Protein powder
Protein powder by Optimum Nutrition provides 387 kcal per 100 g, with 3.2 g of sugars and 77.4 g of protein. That is 15% 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 and comes in a 80 x 31g pack. Contains: milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 scoop (31 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 387 kcal | 120 kcal | 363 +7% | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 1.5 g | 2% | 4.7 |
| Saturated fat | 3.2 g | 1 g | 5% | 2.1 +57% |
| Carbohydrates | 12.9 g | 4 g | 1% | 10.1 +28% |
| Total sugars | 3.2 g | 1 g | 3.8 −15% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.6 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 4.1 −100% |
| Protein | 77.4 g | 24 g | 48% | 69.5 +11% |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 0.3 g | 1.1 |
*% Daily Value for a serving, 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
Protein blend (whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, whey peptides), natural and artificial flavor, lecithin, cellulose gum, xanthan gum, salt, sucralose, acesulfame potassium, lactase
- Allergens
- Milk
Additives 6
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 80 x 31g
- Serving size
- 1 scoop (31 g)
- Labels & certifications
- No gluten
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0748927065404
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Protein powder?
Protein powder contains 387 kcal per 100 g and about 120 kcal per serving (1 scoop (31 g)).
How much sugar is in Protein powder?
Protein powder has 3.2 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 August 12, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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