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Dymatize

Dymatize Elite Whey Protein Rich Chocolate

Dymatize Elite Whey Protein Rich Chocolate

Company's Description

Elite 100% Whey Protein from Dymatize is made for serious athletes who are looking for a protein shake suitable for any time of the day. As the name suggests, this shake contains no less than 25 grams of high-quality whey protein per serving, to support muscle building. Elite 100% Whey Protein is ideal for after your workout, between meals, or at any other time of the day as a supplement to your diet. Available in several flavors, such as this delicious Chocolate Fudge flavor.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 36 g (2 scoops)‎

Nutrition

Calories: 137 kcal
TotalFat: 3.1 g
SaturatedFat: 2.0 g
Sodium: 0.32 g
TotalCarbohydrates: 2.0 g
DietaryFiber: 0.3 g
TotalSugars: 1.5 g
AddedSugars: Not Specified
Protein: 25 g
‎👋 Assessment: High protein and relatively low sugar. Slightly higher fat and saturated fat content compared to some other whey blends. Carbs and sodium are moderate. A solid choice for performance, less so for clean-label or natural product seekers.

👋 Protein: Excellent – 25g per 36g (≈69.4%).
👋 Fat: Moderate – 3.1g per serving, with 2.0g saturated.
👋 Carbohydrates: Low – 2.0g per serving.
👋 Fiber: Low – 0.3g per serving.
👋 Sugars: Moderate – 1.5g per serving.
👋 Sodium: Moderate – 0.32g per serving.

Ingredients

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Whey protein concentrate (milk), cocoa powder, soy lecithin, flavoring, salt (potassium chloride), hydrolyzed whey protein concentrate (0.5%), whey protein isolate (0.5%), thickeners (carboxymethylcellulose, xanthan gum, carrageenan), sweeteners (sucralose, steviol glycosides, acesulfame-K)

‏‏‎ ‎👋 The protein base is solid, but the addition of artificial sweeteners and thickeners brings it down. Contains soy and multiple processed components.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High protein, Low sugar, Includes natural cocoa and stevia

‎🙄 Contains artificial sweeteners, Soy allergen, Highly processed thickeners

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Milk, Soy
🫣 May Contain:N/A
😇 Free From: N/A

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Chocolate, Rich, Smooth, Sweet‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Mix 2 scoops (36g) with 180–240 ml of water, milk, or juice. Ideal for post-workout recovery or daily protein supplementation.
Best suited for athletes or bodybuilders; not ideal for people avoiding artificial ingredients or following a whole food lifestyle.

🤝 Supports muscle recovery, lean muscle maintenance, and post-workout nutrition

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Whey protein (concentrate, isolate, hydrolyzed)‎

‎‎‎✊ Primarily protein, with minor input from fat and carbs

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Diet Profile

‎🤘 HighProtein, LowSugar, LowSodium, Vegetarian‎

Is it for you?

Athlete: Excellent – high performance protein.
BusyProfessional: Good – quick nutrition.
Diabetic: Caution – due to artificial sweeteners.
Endurance Athlete: Good – supports muscle repair.
Frequent Traveler: Portable and easy to mix.
KidFriendly: Not suitable – contains sucralose and acesulfame-K.
Parent: Good for adults; avoid for kids.
Senior Citizen: Moderate – high protein but includes processed ingredients.
Natural Lifestyle Buyer: Not suitable – artificial and processed additives present.
Wellness Seeker: Moderate – macros good, but ingredients may not align with values.
Whole Food Purist: Not suitable – artificial components and additives.
WeightLossSeeker: Good macros, but processed ingredients might be a concern.

Still Curious?

Why C?

Strong protein profile (25 g per 36 g scoop), but the presence of multiple artificial sweeteners, thickeners, soy lecithin, and flavorings lowers its appeal for clean-label seekers. Ideal for performance nutrition, but not natural lifestyles.

Dietary Analysis

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

Glycemic Index Estimation

Likely Low, Low sugar and carb levels; presence of stevia helps maintain a low glycemic impact.‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Whey protein (concentrate, isolate, hydrolyzed): High-quality complete protein sources that support muscle growth and recovery.
Cocoa powder: Natural flavoring with antioxidant benefits.
Steviol glycosides: Natural sweetener from stevia with low glycemic impact.

Permissible Ingredients

Soy lecithin: Common emulsifier; allergen and not clean-label friendly.
Thickeners (carboxymethylcellulose, xanthan gum, carrageenan): Used for texture; processed, but safe in moderation.
Potassium chloride: Used for taste and mineral balance; generally safe.

Cautionary Ingredients

Sucralose: Artificial sweetener; concerns exist regarding gut microbiome and long-term safety.
Acesulfame-K: Artificial sweetener; controversial due to potential health concerns.
Flavoring: Unspecified – may include artificial or synthetic additives.

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Sucralose, Acesulfame-K, Steviol glycosides
Additives: Soy lecithin, Carrageenan, Xanthan gum, Carboxymethylcellulose
ArtificialColors: Not Specified
ArtificialFlavors: Possibly – due to unspecified 'flavoring'
ArtificialPreservatives: Not Stated
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 Sodium Low Sugar Maltodextrin Free Muscle Builder Nut Free Office Friendly Office Snack On-the-Go Palm Oil Free Post-Workout Red-Flag Ingredients Present Senior Friendly Senior Friendly Profile 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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