Platinum Hydro Builder Chocolate Shake
Optimum Nutrition's Platinum Hydro Builder Chocolate Shake is a protein supplement with an N+ Score of 74 and a C+ grade. Each 52-gram serving provides 30 grams of protein, alongside 5 grams of micronized Creapure Creatine Monohydrate and 2.5 grams of BetaPower™ Natural Betaine, which are often studied for their roles in exercise performance and recovery. The product also includes 200 mg of Calcium, which is at a clinically relevant dose. While label transparency is 100%, its ingredient adequacy is 50%, indicating some ingredients may not reach optimal levels. This product may support muscle recovery and growth for active individuals.
About This Product
Platinum Hydro Builder Chocolate Shake by Optimum Nutrition is a protein supplement containing 11 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 74/100 (Grade C+).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Calcium.
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
- +1 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 11 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −No major weaknesses identified
Ingredient Analysis (11 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180.000 {Calories} | N/A |
| Total Fat | 2.500 g | N/A |
| Calcium | 200.000 mg | Adequate |
| Total Carbohydrates | 8.000 g | N/A |
| Sodium | 350.000 mg | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 50.000 mg | N/A |
| Protein | 30.000 g | N/A |
| Enzyme Complex | 200.000 mg | N/A |
| micronized Creapure Creatine Monohydrate | 5.000 g | N/A |
| BetaPower(TM) Natural Betaine | 2.500 g | N/A |
| Micronized Amino Acid Matrix | 2.000 g | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.