Twinlab 100% Whey Protein Fuel Chocolate Surge is a protein blend containing 35 ingredients, primarily focused on protein and amino acid support. Each 35-gram serving provides 25 grams of protein, and notably includes clinically dosed amounts of L-Leucine (2650mg), L-Arginine (600mg), Glycine (450mg), and L-Tyrosine (770mg). However, some listed vitamins and minerals, such as Vitamin A, Calcium, and Iron, are present in underdosed amounts. The product holds an N+ Score of 62, receiving a 'D' grade, reflecting its average overall quality despite good label transparency. This supplement may be suitable for athletes or individuals looking to increase protein intake and benefit from specific amino acids.
About This Product
100% Whey Protein Fuel Chocolate Surge by Twinlab is a protein supplement containing 35 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 62/100 (Grade D).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include L-Arginine, Glycine, L-Tyrosine and 1 more.
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +4 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 35 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (35 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 140.000 {Calories} | N/A |
| Total Fat | 2.000 g | N/A |
| Vitamin A | 109.000 IU | Under |
| Calcium | 128.000 mg | Under |
| Iron | 0.400 mg | Under |
| Magnesium | 33.000 mg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5.000 g | N/A |
| Sugar | 1.000 g | N/A |
| Sodium | 60.000 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 310.000 mg | Under |
| Cholesterol | 60.000 mg | N/A |
| Protein | 25.000 g | N/A |
| L-Lysine | 2180.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Arginine | 600.000 mg | High |
| Glycine | 450.000 mg | High |
| Phosphorus | 112.000 mg | Under |
| L-Tryptophan | 560.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Tyrosine | 770.000 mg | Optimal |
| Theobromine | 63.000 mg | N/A |
| Calories from Fat | 20.000 {Calories} | N/A |
| L-Leucine | 2650.000 mg | High |
| L-Isoleucine | 1610.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Valine | 1480.000 mg | N/A |
| Saturated Fat | 1.000 g | N/A |
| L-Methionine | 620.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Serine | 1280.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Proline | 1600.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Threonine | 1810.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Phenylalanine | 830.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Histidine | 470.000 mg | N/A |
| Trans Fat | — | N/A |
| Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide | 720.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Glutamic Acid | 4640.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Alanine | 1280.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Aspartic Acid | 3310.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.