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Clean Simple Eats Protein Powder Simply Vanilla
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Clean Simple Eats Protein Powder Simply Vanilla

Excellent out of 100 High confidence
  • Contains non-nutritive sweeteners
  • Contains sugar alcohols
  • Seed-oil free
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Why it scores 96

Clean Simple Eats Protein Powder Simply Vanilla scores 96 out of 100 (Excellent) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:

  1. Whey protein concentrate / isolate: An ingredient typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). Info
  2. Xylitol: Large amounts can have a laxative effect; the EU requires a label statement above 10% added polyols and the US for some polyols above set intakes. Regulatory
  3. Natural flavors: "Natural flavor" is a legal category (21 CFR 101.22(a)(3)): flavor substances from spices, fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy or fermentation. Info

Every line of the math is on The Receipt below, with its evidence tier and sources.

The Receipt

Protein Powder Simply Vanilla

START100

Ingredients

  • Whey protein concentrate / isolate
    Info An ingredient typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). [1]
  • Xylitol
    Regulatory Large amounts can have a laxative effect; the EU requires a label statement above 10% added polyols and the US for some polyols above set intakes. [2][3]
  • Natural flavors
    Info "Natural flavor" is a legal category (21 CFR 101.22(a)(3)): flavor substances from spices, fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy or fermentation. [4][1]
  • Xanthan gum
    Info An ingredient class typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). [1]
  • Stevia (steviol glycosides)
    Emerging WHO (2023) recommends against using non-sugar sweeteners to control body weight (conditional recommendation); US dietary guidelines advise limiting them. [5][6]
  • Monk fruit extract
    Emerging WHO (2023) recommends against using non-sugar sweeteners to control body weight (conditional recommendation); US dietary guidelines advise limiting them. [5][6]
subtotal−4.5
TOTAL 96Excellent

100 − 4.5 = 95.5 → 96

GTIN 00850027959481 · 2026-07-22

score v1.3.0 · kb 2026.10.11

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Nutrition per 100 g

Energy333 kcal
Fat1 g
Saturated fat0.5 g
Carbohydrates7 g
Sugars1 g
Added sugars0 g
Fiber2 g
Protein20 g
Salt0.3 g

Serving: 1 serving (33 g)

Ingredients

High Moderate Not recognized Tap an ingredient for its evidence and rules.
Label text, as published

Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate, Xylitol, Non-Fat Dry Milk, Natural Flavors, Prebiotic VitaFiber (IMO), Coconut Oil MCT 50%, Xanthan Gum, Stevia Leaf Extract (Reb A), Sea Salt, Monk Fruit

Allergens and diets

Contains: Milk

  • Not vegan

Always check the package: recipes change.

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Sources

  1. Ultra-processed foods: what they are and how to identify them

    Public Health Nutrition · April 2019 · Peer-reviewed

    doi.org

  2. Regulation (EU) No 1169/2011, Annex III point 2.4 (foods with more than 10 % added polyols)

    European Union (Official Journal) · Oct 25, 2011 · Law

    “‘excessive consumption may produce laxative effects’.”

    eur-lex.europa.eu

  3. 21 CFR 184.1835 Sorbitol

    Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), U.S. Office of the Federal Register · Nov 22, 2016 · Law

    ““Excess consumption may have a laxative effect.””

    ecfr.gov

  4. 21 CFR 101.22 Foods; labeling of spices, flavorings, colorings and chemical preservatives

    Electronic Code of Federal Regulations (eCFR), U.S. Office of the Federal Register · Dec 19, 2016 · Law

    “whose significant function in food is flavoring rather than nutritional.”

    ecfr.gov

  5. WHO advises not to use non-sugar sweeteners for weight control in newly released guideline

    World Health Organization · May 15, 2023 · Agency assessment

    “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

  6. Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2025–2030

    U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and U.S. Department of Agriculture · January 2026 · Regulator

    “Limit foods and beverages that include artificial flavors, petroleum-based dyes, artificial preservatives, and low-calorie non-nutritive sweeteners.”

    cdn.realfood.gov