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Elavi Protein Brownie
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Elavi Protein Brownie

636 g

Okay out of 100 High confidence
  • Ultra-processed
  • High in saturated fat
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Why it scores 52

Elavi Protein Brownie scores 52 out of 100 (Okay) under GoodSwap’s published rules. What moved the score most:

  1. Ultra-processed (NOVA 4): Classified NOVA 4: made with industrial ingredients and additives. Strong
  2. Sugars 15.1 g / 100 g: High in sugar. Strong
  3. Saturated fat 5.7 g / 100 g: High in saturated fat. Strong

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

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The Receipt

Protein Brownie

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Ingredients

  • Rice protein
    Info An ingredient typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). [1]
  • Glycerin
    Info An additive class typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). [1]
  • 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. [2][1]
  • Sunflower lecithin
    Info An additive class typical of ultra-processed foods (NOVA group 4). [1]
  • Sodium acid pyrophosphate
    Strong EFSA (2019) set a group ADI for phosphates of 40 mg/kg body weight (as phosphorus) and noted that infants, toddlers and children may exceed it. [3]
  • Calcium phosphate
    Strong EFSA (2019) set a group ADI for phosphates of 40 mg/kg body weight (as phosphorus) and noted that infants, toddlers and children may exceed it. [3]
subtotal−12

Processing

  • Ultra-processed (NOVA 4)
    Strong Classified NOVA 4: made with industrial ingredients and additives. [1]
  • 4 kinds of ultra-processing markers
    Emerging Industrial additive classes found: emulsifier, flavoring, humectant and industrial protein. [1]
subtotal−22.5

Nutrition per 100 g

  • Sugars 15.1 g / 100 g
    Strong High in sugar. [4]
  • Saturated fat 5.7 g / 100 g
    Strong High in saturated fat. [5]
  • Salt 0.8 g / 100 g
    Strong High in salt. [6]
  • Energy 358 kcal / 100 g
    Info Energy-dense for its weight. [7]
  • Fiber 22.6 g / 100 g
    Strong A good source of fiber. [7]
subtotal−14
TOTAL 52Okay

100 − 48.5 = 51.5 → 52

Can’t score above 79. High in saturated fat (above the front-of-pack "high" level). [8]

GTIN 00860012502516 · 2026-06-17

score v1.3.0 · kb 2026.10.11

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Nutrition per 100 g

Energy358 kcal
Fat11.3 g
Saturated fat5.7 g
Trans fat0 g
Carbohydrates52.8 g
Sugars15.1 g
Added sugars0 g
Fiber22.6 g
Protein20.8 g
Salt0.8 g

Serving: 53g

Ingredients

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

Dates, tapioca fiber, brown rice protein, unsweetened chocolate, vegetable glycerin (derived from flaxseed), almonds, alkalized cocoa powder, natural chocolate flavor, flaxseed, sunflower lecithin, baking soda, baking powder (sodium acid pyrophosphate, sodium bicarbonate, monocalcium phosphate), sea salt.

Allergens and diets

Contains: Tree nuts

  • Vegan
  • Vegetarian
  • Palm-oil-free

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. 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

  3. EFSA issues new advice on phosphates

    European Food Safety Authority · Jun 12, 2019 · Agency assessment

    “We estimated that dietary exposure to phosphates may exceed the new ADI for infants, toddlers and children with average consumption of phosphates in their diet.”

    efsa.europa.eu

  4. Guideline: sugars intake for adults and children

    World Health Organization · Mar 4, 2015 · Agency assessment

    “In both adults and children, WHO recommends reducing the intake of free sugars to less than 10% of total energy intake”

    who.int

  5. Saturated fatty acid and trans-fatty acid intake for adults and children: WHO guideline

    World Health Organization · Jul 17, 2023 · Agency assessment

    “WHO recommends that adults and children reduce saturated fatty acid intake to 10% of total energy intake (strong recommendation).”

    who.int

  6. Sodium reduction (fact sheet)

    World Health Organization · May 11, 2026 · Agency assessment

    “For adults, WHO recommends less than 2000 mg/day of sodium (equivalent to less than 5 g/day salt), or just under a teaspoon.”

    who.int

  7. 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

  8. Guide to creating a front of pack (FoP) nutrition label for pre-packed products sold through retail outlets

    Department of Health and Social Care / Food Standards Agency (GOV.UK) · Nov 8, 2016 · Regulator

    “Table 3: Criteria for drinks (per 100ml)”

    assets.publishing.service.gov.uk

  9. Ultra-processed food exposure and adverse health outcomes: umbrella review of epidemiological meta-analyses

    BMJ · Feb 28, 2024 · Peer-reviewed

    “Greater exposure to ultra-processed food was associated with a higher risk of adverse health outcomes, especially cardiometabolic, common mental disorder, and mortality outcomes.”

    doi.org

  10. Ultra-Processed Diets Cause Excess Calorie Intake and Weight Gain: An Inpatient Randomized Controlled Trial of Ad Libitum Food Intake

    Cell Metabolism · July 2019 · Peer-reviewed

    doi.org