OPTIMUM NUTRITION

Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate Peanut Butter

Barcode 5060245605359

Yes — Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate Peanut Butter is ultra-processed.

Not a great choice for everyday use.

This is an ultra-processed protein powder. The ingredients include sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which are artificial sweeteners; soy lecithin, an industrial emulsifier; hydrolyzed whey protein and isolated whey proteins, which are extracted and industrially processed protein ingredients; powdered sunflower oil, a processed oil formulation; and added flavorings (listed as “arômes,” “aromi,” and “aromas”), which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. These industrial ingredients and additives classify the product as UPF.

Ingredients

3 ultra-processed markers

OK

mélange de protéin lactoserum (isolat de protéine de lactoserum*, concentré de protéine de lactoserum*, isolat de protéines hydrolysé lactoserum emulsifiant : lécithine de soja)
OK

cacao maigre en poudre (5.0%)
UPF

flavorings

Substances used to impart or modify aroma and taste; can be natural or artificial.
OK

chlorure de sodium
OK

huile de tourn laiti edulcorants (sucralose, acésulfame k)
OK

complexe enzymatique (amylase, protéase, lactase, lipase, cellulase) "su c molkenproteinmischung* (molkenproteinisolat*, molkenproteinkonzentrat*, hydrolysiertes molkenproteiniso sojalecithine)
OK

fettreduziertes kakaopulver (5.0%)
OK

aromen
OK

natriumchlorid
OK

sonnenblumenöl-pulver [milch
OK

sübungsmitt sucralose
OK

enzymkomplex (amylase, protease, lactase, lipase, cellulase). *aus milch ingredienti: miscela di proteine de s proteine del siero di latte isolate
OK

concentrato di proteine del siero di latte
OK

proteine del siero di latte idrolizzate isolate lecitine di soia
OK

cacao magro in polvere (5.0%)
UPF

aroma

A generic term for flavoring agents used to impart taste or smell; can refer to essential oils, extracts, or synthesized flavorings. Often used in processed foods.
OK

cloruro di sodio
OK

olio di girasole in polvere [latte
OK

edulcoranti (ace sucralosio)
OK

complesso enzimatiço (amilasi, proteasi, lattasi, lipasi, cellulasi). ingredientes: mezcla de proteínas de suer aislado de proteinas de suero lacteo*
OK

concentrado de proteínas de suero lácte0*
OK

aislado de proteínas hidrolizadas de s emuligente: lecitina de soja
OK

cacao magro en polvo (5%)
UPF

aromas

A flavoring agent or blend used to impart scent or taste to foods; often a mixture of natural and/or artificial compounds.
OK

cloruro de sodio
OK

aceite de girasol en polvo [lechei
OK

edul acesulfamo k
OK

sucralosa
OK

complejo enzimático (amilasa, proteasa, lactasa, lipasa, celulasa). *derivado de la leche allergen information: contains: milk
OK

soy (lecithin). may contain: gluten
OK

egg

Animal protein product from birds, commonly used as a basic ingredient in many foods.
OK

nuts and peanuts. informations sur les contient:du lait
OK

du soja (lécithine). peut contenir : du gluten
OK

des eufs
OK

des fruits à coque et des arachides. hinweis fur a enthält: milch
OK

soja (lecitine). kann enthalten: gluten
OK

egg

A single large egg from poultry, commonly used as a binding, leavening, and enriching agent in many dishes.
OK

schalenfrüchte und erdnüsse. informazioni allergeniche: contie lecitine pub contenere: glutine
OK

uova
OK

frutta a guscio ed arachidi. informacion sobre alergenos: contiene: leche
OK

soje formulated by on contents sold by weight not volume. true strength optimum us customer service eu custo 4 waters contener: gluten
OK

huevo
OK

frutos de cáscara y cacahuetes. .optimumnutrition.com 975 meridian lake dr. aurora
OK

il 60504 /isa 1 630 236 0097 citywest store in a cool dry place/

Common questions about Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate Peanut Butter

Is Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate Peanut Butter ultra-processed?

Yes — Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate Peanut Butter by OPTIMUM NUTRITION is ultra-processed, so it counts as a UPF (ultra-processed food). This is an ultra-processed protein powder. The ingredients include sucralose and acesulfame potassium, which are artificial sweeteners; soy lecithin, an industrial emulsifier; hydrolyzed whey protein and isolated whey proteins, which are extracted and industrially processed protein ingredients; powdered sunflower oil, a processed oil formulation; and added flavorings (listed as “arômes,” “aromi,” and “aromas”), which are pre-identified UPF ingredients. These industrial ingredients and additives classify the product as UPF.

Which ingredients in Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate Peanut Butter are ultra-processed?

Nomi flags 3 ingredients in Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate Peanut Butter as ultra-processed markers: flavorings, aroma, aromas. See the full ingredient breakdown above for what each one is.

What does "ultra-processed" (UPF) mean?

Ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are industrial formulations made with ingredients and additives you wouldn't find in a home kitchen — such as emulsifiers, artificial flavourings, colourings and modified starches. The classification is based on the NOVA system used by researchers and dietitians worldwide.

How can I check whether other foods are ultra-processed?

Scan any barcode — or photograph the ingredients label — with the free Nomi app for iOS and Android. You'll get an instant ultra-processed verdict with every ingredient explained in plain English.

Product information comes from public databases and Nomi's own analysis, and may contain errors. Always check the packaging. Ultra-processed classification is based on the NOVA food processing system.