Protein powders
Oath Nutrition Clear Protein
17.84 oz
Score
- Contains non-nutritive sweeteners
- Seed-oil free
- No synthetic dyes
Why it scores 91
Oath Nutrition Clear Protein scores 91 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 Maltodextrin: 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
Clear Protein
Ingredients
- Sucralose minus 5 points
- Whey protein concentrate / isolate minus 1 points
- Maltodextrin minus 1 points
- Gum arabic (acacia) minus 0.5 points
- Natural flavors minus 0.5 points
- Stevia (steviol glycosides) minus 0.5 points
- Monk fruit extract minus 0.5 points
100 − 9 = 91
Nutrition per 100 g
| Energy | 357 kcal |
|---|---|
| Fat | 1.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 1.8 g |
| Trans fat | 0 g |
| Carbohydrates | 7.1 g |
| Sugars | 3.6 g |
| Added sugars | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Protein | 71.4 g |
| Salt | 1.1 g |
Serving: 28g
Ingredients
- Whey Protein Isolate
- Coconut Milk Powder (Coconut Milk, Tapioca Maltodextrin, Coconut Oil, Acacia Fiber)
- Malic Acid
- Natural Flavors
- Citric Acid
- Sucralose (moderate concern)
- Reb M (Stevia)
- Monk Fruit Extract
- Turmeric Extract
- Spirulina
Label text, as published
Whey Protein Isolate, Coconut Milk Powder (Coconut Milk, Tapioca Maltodextrin, Coconut Oil, Acacia Fiber), Malic Acid, Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Sucralose, Reb M (Stevia), Monk Fruit Extract, Turmeric Extract, Spirulina. Contains: Milk, Tree Nuts.
Allergens and diets
Contains: Milk, Tree nuts
- 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