Gut – friendly protein powder, vanilla

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Is Gut – friendly protein powder, vanilla healthy?

Gut – friendly protein powder, vanilla scores 88/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This protein powder features high-quality organic pea and sprouted brown rice proteins, which provide a complete amino acid profile and are easily digestible.

How processed is Gut – friendly protein powder, vanilla?

Gut – friendly protein powder, vanilla is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Gut – friendly protein powder, vanilla's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Sprouted Brown Rice Protein, Coconut Milk Powder, Sea Salt count in its favor; Natural Flavor is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Gut – friendly protein powder, vanilla

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88 Excellent

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Yum! Brands
Category Protein Powders
Summary

This protein powder features high-quality organic pea and sprouted brown rice proteins, which provide a complete amino acid profile and are easily digestible. The use of natural flavors is a minor concern due to lack of transparency, but the overall formulation is clean with minimal additives and no artificial sweeteners or harmful ingredients. The inclusion of monk fruit as a natural sweetener further enhances its health profile.

Key ingredients 6

Organic Sprouted Brown Rice Protein
Good

Organic sprouted brown rice protein is a plant-based protein that is easily digestible and hypoallergenic. The sprouting process enhances nutrient availability and digestibility. It complements pea protein by providing a complete amino acid profile.

Benefits

Provides a complete amino acid profile and is easily digestible.

Coconut Milk Powder
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Risks

Potential for added sugars or stabilizers depending on processing.

Benefits

Contains MCTs, which are beneficial fats that can support energy metabolism.

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Sea Salt
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Risks

Excessive intake can contribute to high blood pressure.

Benefits

Contains trace minerals and enhances flavor.

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Organic Pea Protein
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

Benefits

Rich in essential amino acids and supports muscle growth and maintenance.

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Monk Fruit
Neutral

Monk fruit is a natural sweetener that provides sweetness without calories. It is considered safe and does not impact blood sugar levels. It is a preferable alternative to artificial sweeteners.

Benefits

Provides sweetness without calories and does not affect blood sugar levels.

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Natural Flavor
Bad

Natural flavors are often used to enhance taste but can be a catch-all for various additives. They lack transparency, making it difficult to assess their health impact. While not inherently harmful, they are less desirable in clean-label products.

Risks

Potential for undisclosed additives and lack of transparency.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

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