Protein powders
Dymatize ISO100 Hydrolyzed Protein Powder 100% Whey Protein Isolate
22.6 oz/1.4 lb/640 g
Score
- Contains non-nutritive sweeteners
- Contains artificial flavors
Why it scores 93
Dymatize ISO100 Hydrolyzed Protein Powder 100% Whey Protein Isolate scores 93 out of 100 (Excellent) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:
- minus 5 points Sucralose: In a 2022 randomized study, sucralose and saccharin altered the gut microbiome and impaired glucose responses in some people; a 2023 lab study raised questions about its by-product sucralose-6-acetate. Strong
- minus 1 points Whey protein concentrate / isolate: An ingredient typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). Info
- minus 1 points Soy lecithin: An additive class typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). Info
Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.
The Receipt
ISO100 Hydrolyzed Protein Powder 100% Whey Protein Isolate
Ingredients
- Sucralose minus 5 points
- Whey protein concentrate / isolate minus 1 points
- Soy lecithin minus 1 points
- Natural and artificial flavors minus 0.5 points
100 − 7.5 = 92.5 → 93
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 375 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 1.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 6.3 g |
| Sugars | 3.1 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.1 g |
| Protein | 78.1 g |
| Salt | 1.3 g |
Serving: 1 scoop (32 g)
Ingredients
- HYDROLYZED WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE
- WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE
- COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI)
- SALT
- SOY LECITHIN
- NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR
- POTASSIUM CHLORIDE
- SUCRALOSE (moderate concern)
Label text, as published
HYDROLYZED WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE, WHEY PROTEIN ISOLATE, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKALI). LESS THAN 1% OF: SALT, SOY LECITHIN, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVOR, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, SUCRALOSE.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Milk, Soy
- Not vegan
- Palm-oil-free
Always check the package: recipes change.
Sources
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Personalized microbiome-driven effects of non-nutritive sweeteners on human glucose tolerance
“As groups, each administered NNS distinctly altered stool and oral microbiome and plasma metabolome, whereas saccharin and sucralose significantly impaired glycemic responses.”
doi.org
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“Sucralose-6-acetate significantly increased the expression of genes associated with inflammation, oxidative stress, and cancer”
doi.org
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“EFSA’s experts concluded that the sweetener sucralose (E 955) continues to be safe for consumers for its currently authorised uses as a food additive.”
efsa.europa.eu
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WHO advises not to use non-sugar sweeteners for weight control in newly released guideline
“The recommendation is based on the findings of a systematic review of the available evidence which suggests that use of NSS does not confer any long-term benefit in reducing body fat in adults or children.”
who.int
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Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030
“Limit foods and beverages that include artificial flavors, petroleum-based dyes, artificial preservatives, and low-calorie non-nutritive sweeteners.”
cdn.realfood.gov
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21 CFR 101.22 Foods; labeling of spices, flavorings, colorings and chemical preservatives
“whose significant function in food is flavoring rather than nutritional.”
ecfr.gov