Dymatize ISO100 Hydrolyzed Whey Protein
Summary
Dymatize ISO100 Hydrolyzed Whey Protein scores 29/100. While the protein source itself is premium — hydrolyzed whey isolate delivering 25g protein from just 110 calories — the surrounding ingredient profile is among the worst in the category. The "Edible Glitter" contains 4 artificial dyes (FD&C #3, Red #40, Blue #1, Yellow #5), all petroleum-derived and linked to hyperactivity, allergic reactions, and potential carcinogenicity. Add sucralose, artificial flavors, soy lecithin, and gum arabic, and this is an ultra-processed product masquerading behind a strong protein label.
At a glance
Key ingredients 12
Hydrolyzed Whey Protein IsolateVery Good
Premium pre-digested whey isolate with the fastest absorption rate. High bioavailability and complete amino acid profile.
See more about Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Isolate →Whey Protein IsolateVery Good
High-quality complete protein with excellent bioavailability. Low fat and lactose content due to isolation processing.
See more about Whey Protein Isolate →Natural and Artificial FlavorsBad
Zero transparency on composition. Artificial flavors are synthetic chemical compounds engineered in a lab with no nutritional value.
See more about Natural and Artificial Flavors →Gum ArabicBad
Processed gum additive used as a carrier for artificial dyes in the edible glitter. An unnecessary filler in a protein supplement.
See more about Gum Arabic →FD&C #3Very Bad
Artificial dye (Erythrosine) linked to thyroid tumors in animal studies. Banned in some applications by the FDA.
See more about FD&C #3 →FD&C Red #40Very Bad
Petroleum-derived artificial dye linked to hyperactivity in children, behavioral issues, and potential carcinogenicity. Banned in several European countries.
See more about FD&C Red #40 →FD&C Blue #1Bad
Synthetic petroleum-derived dye with potential neurotoxicity concerns. Linked to allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
See more about FD&C Blue #1 →FD&C Yellow #5Very Bad
Artificial dye (tartrazine) linked to hyperactivity, allergic reactions, and potential carcinogenicity. One of the most controversial food dyes still permitted in the US.
See more about FD&C Yellow #5 →SaltNeutral
Minimal additive for flavor enhancement.
See more about Salt →Soy LecithinBad
Highly processed emulsifier typically derived from GMO soybeans using chemical solvents like hexane.
See more about Soy Lecithin →SucraloseBad
Chlorinated artificial sweetener linked to disruption of the gut microbiome, potential insulin response issues, and generation of harmful compounds during metabolism.
See more about Sucralose →Steviol GlycosidesNeutral
Natural sweetener from the stevia plant. A cleaner alternative, but stacked alongside sucralose here its benefit is undermined.
See more about Steviol Glycosides →Processing
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