Arla Protein Shake

Image: Open Food Facts (CC BY-SA 3.0)

Common questions

Is Arla Protein Shake healthy?

Arla Protein Shake scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This protein shake contains added sugar, which can contribute to excessive calorie intake and potential health issues like obesity and diabetes.

How processed is Arla Protein Shake?

Arla Protein Shake is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Arla Protein Shake's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Skimmed Milk, Milk Protein Isolate, Milk Protein Concentrate count in its favor; Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

You might also like

More from Arla

See more

Arla Protein Shake

Arla
60 Fair

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

View on Amazon

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Protein Shakes
Summary

This protein shake contains added sugar, which can contribute to excessive calorie intake and potential health issues like obesity and diabetes. However, it is primarily made from milk and milk-derived proteins, which are beneficial for muscle maintenance and overall nutrition. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score, but it does not contain any artificial additives or harmful preservatives.

Key ingredients 8

Skimmed Milk
Good

Provides low-fat dairy protein and essential nutrients like calcium for bone health.

See more about Skimmed Milk →
Milk Protein Isolate
Good

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

See more about Milk Protein Isolate →
Milk Protein Concentrate
Good

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

See more about Milk Protein Concentrate →
Whole Milk
Neutral

Adds creaminess and healthy fats, though contributes saturated fat.

See more about Whole Milk →
Water
Neutral

Used as a base liquid to achieve the desired beverage consistency.

See more about Water →
Lactase Enzyme
Neutral

Added to help break down lactose, making the product easier to digest for lactose-sensitive individuals.

See more about Lactase Enzyme →
Natural Flavouring
Neutral

Derived from natural sources to enhance the taste profile of the beverage.

See more about Natural Flavouring →
Sugar
Bad

Added sweetener that increases calorie content and can contribute to blood sugar spikes if consumed in excess.

See more about Sugar →

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

Get the full breakdown in the Scout appTake Scout shopping

Scan any product to see lab results, healthy alternatives, and your personalized analysis.

Download on theApp Store GET IT ONGoogle Play