Protein Shake product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Protein Shake Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Alani

This page reviews Protein Shake by Alani as a soft drink. Its current score is 60/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes milk protein isolate and cream, which are beneficial, but also contains sucralose and acesulfame potassium, raising concerns about synthetic sweeteners. Overall, the mix of ingredients leads to a moderate rating.

Main concern

Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that may raise concerns about synthetic additives.

Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.

Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.

Pros

  • Milk protein isolate provides a good source of protein, supporting muscle recovery.
  • Cream adds a rich texture and flavor, enhancing the overall mouthfeel.
  • Lactase enzyme aids in lactose digestion, making it suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.
  • Soluble corn fiber contributes to texture and may support digestive health.

Concerns

  • Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that may raise concerns about synthetic additives.
  • Acesulfame potassium is another artificial sweetener, which can be controversial regarding long-term health effects.
  • The presence of sugar indicates added sweetness, which may not be ideal for all consumers.
  • Gellan gum, while a thickener, is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to those seeking natural options.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this soft drink and why it matters.

How we score

Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.

Product info

Product ID: 3442064

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Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

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Alani — Protein Shake has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Alani products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
This product is flagged for: Sucralose is an artificial sweetener that may raise concerns about synthetic additives.; Acesulfame potassium is another artificial sweetener, which can be controversial regarding long-term health effects.; The presence of sugar indicates added sweetness, which may not be ideal for all consumers.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Our analysis notes: Milk protein isolate provides a good source of protein, supporting muscle recovery.; Cream adds a rich texture and flavor, enhancing the overall mouthfeel.; Lactase enzyme aids in lactose digestion, making it suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals.. See the Pros section above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, milk protein isolate, cream. See the Ingredients section above.
Zerotox scores are based on ingredients. See the full breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
The composition includes milk protein isolate and cream, which are beneficial, but also contains sucralose and acesulfame potassium, raising concerns about synthetic sweeteners. Overall, the mix of ingredients leads to a moderate rating. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.

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