Level-1 Protein

Common questions

Is Level-1 Protein healthy?

Level-1 Protein scores 70/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This protein powder contains high-quality whey protein concentrate, which is a beneficial source of protein with good bioavailability.

How processed is Level-1 Protein?

Level-1 Protein is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Level-1 Protein's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Whey Protein Concentrate counts in its favor; Sunflower Lecithin, Natural Flavor, Sucralose are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Level-1 Protein

1st Phorm
70 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 3
Owned by Anheuser-Busch
Category Protein Powders
Summary

This protein powder contains high-quality whey protein concentrate, which is a beneficial source of protein with good bioavailability. However, the inclusion of sucralose as an artificial sweetener and the use of sunflower lecithin and natural flavors, which are processed additives, slightly detract from its overall healthiness. The product is moderately processed, but it lacks excessive harmful ingredients, making it a reasonable choice for those seeking protein supplementation.

Key ingredients 6

Whey Protein Concentrate
Good

A high-quality dairy protein that provides a complete amino acid profile to support muscle recovery and growth.

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Cocoa Processed With Alkali
Neutral

Used for flavoring, cocoa provides characteristic chocolate taste with some antioxidant properties, though processing with alkali reduces bitterness and flavanols.

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Salt
Neutral

Added for flavor enhancement and electrolyte balance in moderate amounts.

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Sunflower Lecithin
Bad

Derived from sunflower oil, this ingredient acts as an emulsifier and contributes to the overall intake of processed seed oil derivatives.

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Natural Flavor
Bad

Umbrella term that can hide dozens of undisclosed synthetic constituents.

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Sucralose
Bad

An artificial zero-calorie sweetener that may negatively impact gut microbiota and metabolic health for some individuals.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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