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Applied Nutrition

Applied Nutrition Critical Whey Squashies Drumstick

Applied Nutrition Critical Whey Squashies Drumstick

Company's Description

Critical Whey by Applied Nutrition is a whey protein powder that gets its proteins from a high-quality blend of whey concentrate, isolate, and hydrolysate. Per shake you enjoy 21 grams of protein for stronger muscles, in addition to 4.8 grams of naturally occurring BCAAs and 4 grams of glutamine. In addition, the shake is low in sugar. Critical Whey is available in different flavors. Drink a shake after your workout or at any other time of the day to supplement your diet.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 30 g (2 scoops)‎

Nutrition

Calories: 110 kcal
TotalFat: 1.5 g
SaturatedFat: 0.5 g
Sodium: 0.09 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 2.5 g
DietaryFiber: 0.0 g
TotalSugars: 2.1 g
AddedSugars: Not Specified
Protein: 21.0 g
‎👋 Assessment: High protein, low fat and sugar. Offers strong macro profile for muscle-building. However, artificial additives slightly lower its health rating. Good macro profile and performance support, but not fully clean-label or free from additives. Not suitable for strict natural eaters.

👋 Protein: Excellent – 21g per 30g scoop (70%).
👋 Fat: Low – 1.5g with 0.5g saturated.
👋 Carbohydrates: Low – 2.5g total with 2.1g sugar.
👋 Fiber: Absent – 0.0g.
👋 Sugars: Moderate – 2.1g per scoop.
👋 Sodium: Low – 0.09g per scoop.

Ingredients

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Whey protein concentrate (milk), whey protein isolate (milk), hydrolysed whey protein (milk), sunflower lecithin, flavoring, sweetener (sucralose), color (beetroot powder)

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Strong protein base from a whey blend. However, use of artificial sweetener (sucralose) and non-specific flavoring affects its clean-label appeal. Beetroot coloring is a natural positive.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High protein, Low sugar, Low fat, Natural beetroot coloring

‎🙄 Contains sucralose and vague flavoring agents

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Milk
🫣 May Contain:Egg, Soy, Fish, Cereals containing gluten, Nuts
😇 Free From: N/A

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Raspberry, Milk, Sweet, Fruity, Candy-Inspired‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Mix 2 scoops (30g) with water or milk post-workout or anytime protein intake is needed.
Designed for athletes and fitness enthusiasts seeking recovery and muscle support with appealing dessert flavoring.

🤝 Muscle recovery, performance nutrition

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Whey protein (concentrate, isolate, hydrolysed)‎

‎‎‎✊ Mainly protein, with minimal carbs and fat

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, LowSugar, LowSodium, LowFat, Vegetarian‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Excellent – high protein and low sugar for muscle support.
BusyProfessional: Good – portable and easy to prepare.
Diabetic: Caution – contains sucralose and some sugar.
Endurance Athlete: Good for recovery, though low carbs.
Frequent Traveler: Convenient and effective on the go.
KidFriendly: Not recommended – candy flavor and sucralose unsuitable for children.
Parent: Moderate – good for adults, less so for families.
Senior Citizen: Moderate – protein beneficial, sweetener may be unsuitable.
Natural Lifestyle Buyer: Not suitable – artificial elements present.
Wellness Seeker: Mixed – excellent macros but not clean.
Whole Food Purist: Not suitable – sucralose and flavoring present.
WeightLossSeeker: Good – high protein, low calories and fat.

Still Curious?

Why C?

A solid protein powder with 21g protein per 30g scoop and moderate sugar (2.1g), but it includes sucralose and artificial flavoring. It's designed for performance rather than clean nutrition, and the flavor concept appeals more to taste than purity.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: Yes
HighFiber: No
LowSugar: Yes
LowSodium: Yes
LowFat: Yes
GlutenFree: Not Certified
Vegan: No
Vegetarian: Yes
KetoFriendly: Moderate
PaleoFriendly: No

Glycemic Index Estimation

Likely Moderate, Low sugar presence with artificial sweetener and fast-absorbing whey likely result in moderate GI impact.‎‎ ‎

‎‎*note: this is estimate. Low GI is good for health.

Good Ingredients

Whey protein (concentrate, isolate, hydrolysed): Complete, fast-digesting protein blend ideal for muscle recovery and growth.
Beetroot powder: Natural coloring; better alternative to artificial dyes.

Permissible Ingredients

Sunflower lecithin: A commonly used emulsifier that supports mixability.

Cautionary Ingredients

Sucralose: Artificial sweetener that may affect gut microbiota and is unsuitable for those avoiding synthetic additives.
Flavoring: Unspecified; often synthetic or highly processed in novelty-flavored products.

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Sucralose
Additives: Flavoring, Sunflower lecithin
ArtificialColors: No
ArtificialFlavors: Possibly – flavoring not specified
ArtificialPreservatives: Not Listed
Artificial Color Free Artificial Preservative Free Athlete Friendly Balanced Macros Breakfast Suitable Busy Professional Friendly Frequent Traveler Functional Food Glucose Syrup Free High Protein Highly Processed Late Night Snack Low Carb Low Carb Lifestyler Low Fat Low Sodium Low Sugar Maltodextrin Free Muscle Builder Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Palm Oil Free Post-Workout Red-Flag Ingredients Present Senior Friendly Senior Friendly Profile Soy Free Travel Friendly Vegetarian Weight Loss Friendly

This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or dietary advice. Individuals with specific health conditions or allergies should consult a healthcare professional before making dietary changes.

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