Protein Shake Mix Chocolate Flavor
This product, Arbonne Essentials Protein Shake Mix Chocolate Flavor, is categorized as an 'Other Combinations' supplement, likely intended for general nutritional support or as a meal replacement. It contains 30 ingredients, offering 20 grams of protein per 45-gram serving. The product has an N+ Score of 50, earning an 'F' grade, indicating a below-average overall quality and efficacy assessment. While Vitamin B12 (1.000mcg), Biotin (25.000mcg), and Copper (0.300mg) are present at clinically relevant dosages, several key vitamins including Vitamin A, Vitamin C (9.000mg), and Vitamin D (1.300mcg) are noted as underdosed based on research-backed recommendations. This product may be suitable for individuals seeking a protein supplement with some added vitamins, but should be aware of the underdosed micronutrients.
About This Product
Protein Shake Mix Chocolate Flavor by Arbonne Essentials is a collagen & beauty supplement containing 30 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 50/100 (Grade F).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Vitamin B12, Biotin, Copper.
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
- +3 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 30 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (30 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160.000 Calorie(s) | N/A |
| Total Fat | 3.500 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Thiamine | 0.220 mg | Under |
| Riboflavin | 0.250 mg | Under |
| Niacin | 3.000 mg | Under |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.300 mg | Under |
| Folate | 104.000 mcg DFE | Under |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.000 mcg | Adequate |
| Biotin | 25.000 mcg | Adequate |
| Pantothenic Acid | 1.700 mg | Under |
| Vitamin A | 186.000 mcg | Under |
| Vitamin C | 9.000 mg | Under |
| Vitamin D | 1.300 mcg | Under |
| Vitamin E | 3.300 mg | Under |
| Calcium | 153.000 mg | Under |
| Iron | 5.000 mg | Under |
| Iodine | 23.000 mcg | Under |
| Magnesium | 61.000 mg | Under |
| Zinc | 2.000 mg | Under |
| Selenium | 11.000 mcg | Under |
| Copper | 0.300 mg | Adequate |
| Manganese | 0.300 mg | Under |
| Chromium | 18.000 mcg | Under |
| Total Carbohydrates | 15.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Sodium | 480.000 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 340.000 mg | Under |
| Cholesterol | — | N/A |
| Protein | 20.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Molybdenum | 11.000 mcg | Under |
| Inner G-Plex | 37.500 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.