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MuscleTech

MuscleTech Nitro Tech Whey Protein Vanilla Cream (908 g)

MuscleTech Nitro Tech Whey Protein Vanilla Cream (908 g)

Company's Description

Nitro-Tech is one of the most famous MuslceTech supplements for good reason. This protein shake contains no less than 30 grams of high-quality whey protein per serving, to support rapid muscle recovery after training. In addition, Nitro-Tech contains 3 grams of creatine monohydrate per serving. With a daily intake of 3 grams, creatine improves performance during explosive strength efforts. This protein shake is perfect for after your training or at any other time of the day to supplement your diet. Available in different flavors, such as this delicious Cookies & Cream flavor.

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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 45g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 160 kcal
TotalFat: 2.5g
SaturatedFat: 1.5g
Sodium: 0.09g
TotalCarbohydrates: 4g
DietaryFiber: 1g
TotalSugars: 2g
AddedSugars: 0g
Protein: 30g
Calcium: 108mg
‎👋 Assessment: Macronutrients are functional: high protein, moderate fat, low sugar. However, ingredients used to achieve this compromise product purity. Functionally strong but health-compromised due to additives and fillers

👋 Protein: Excellent – 30g per 45g scoop
👋 Fat: Moderate – 2.5g
👋 Carbohydrates: 4g – acceptable
👋 Fiber: 1g
👋 Sugars: 2g – slightly high
👋 Sodium: Low – 0.09g

Ingredients

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Whey protein isolate, whey peptides, whey protein concentrate, flavouring, skimmed milk, cream powder, sunflower oil, palm kernel oil, corn syrup solids, maltodextrin, milk protein concentrate, cellulose gum, xanthan gum, carrageenan, salt, silicon dioxide, papain, amylase, sucralose, acesulfame-K, anti-caking agent

‏‏‎ ‎👋 Nutritionally efficient but loaded with ultra-processed, synthetic, and high-inflammatory ingredients. Palm oil, corn syrup, maltodextrin, and artificial sweeteners make it unfit for clean consumption.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 Excellent protein, Digestive enzymes, Added BCAAs

‎🙄 Highly processed, Artificial sweeteners, Unhealthy fats and sugars

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Allergan

🤧 Contains: ‎Milk
🫣 May Contain:Egg, Soy, Peanut, Wheat, Shellfish
😇 Free From: N/A

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Vanilla, Sweet, Creamy, Birthday Cake, Artificial‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Post-workout recovery or bulking phase support
Targeted for gym-goers focused on muscle size over ingredient quality

🤝 Supports muscle gain, digestion (enzymes), and recovery

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Isolate + Peptides + Concentrate‎

‎‎‎✊ Protein + Processed carbs/fats

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Diet Profile

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Is it for you?

Athlete: Powerful post-workout tool, but not clean
BusyProfessional: Not suitable for daily clean protein needs
Diabetic: Avoid – high GI components
EnduranceAthlete: Some benefit but too sweet and heavy
FrequentTraveler: Bulky and less clean
KidFriendly: Strongly avoid
Parent: Avoid for children or family use
SeniorCitizen: Avoid – fat and sweeteners may cause issues
NaturalLifestyleBuyer: Completely unsuitable
WellnessSeeker: Avoid unless strictly performance-driven
WholeFoodPurist: Unacceptable ingredient list
WeightLossSeeker: Not suitable – unnecessary calories and fillers

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Why E?

Despite high protein (30g) and added BCAAs, this product is overloaded with red-flag ingredients including palm oil, corn syrup solids, maltodextrin, acesulfame-K, carrageenan, and multiple thickeners. It may support muscle growth but fails every clean-label test.

Dietary Analysis

HighProtein: True
HighFiber: False
LowSugar: False
LowSodium: True
LowFat: False
GlutenFree: False
Vegan: False
Vegetarian: True
KetoFriendly: False
PaleoFriendly: False

Glycemic Index Estimation

65–75, Contains maltodextrin and corn syrup solids – both raise glycemic load‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Whey protein isolate: High-quality, fast-digesting protein
Whey peptides: Rapid-absorption protein fragments
Whey concentrate: Budget protein with some fat/carbs
Papain: Digestive enzyme
Amylase: Supports carb breakdown

Permissible Ingredients

Sunflower oil: Neutral fat source
Skimmed milk: Adds creaminess and calcium
Cream powder: Adds taste, but contains dairy fat
Milk protein concentrate: Another protein source
Silicon dioxide: Anti-caking agent

Cautionary Ingredients

Palm kernel oil: Highly processed, inflammatory fat
Corn syrup solids: Highly glycemic sugar derivative
Maltodextrin: High-GI filler, spikes insulin
Carrageenan: Linked to gut inflammation
Sucralose: Artificial sweetener – gut microbiota disruption
Acesulfame-K: Artificial sweetener – potentially harmful
Cellulose gum: Synthetic thickener
Xanthan gum: Can cause bloating

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Sucralose, Acesulfame-K
Additives: Maltodextrin, Carrageenan, Corn syrup solids
ArtificialColors: Not mentioned
ArtificialFlavors: Likely present
ArtificialPreservatives: Not listed explicitly
Athlete Friendly Calcium Rich Fortified with Minerals Functional Food High Protein Highly Processed Low Sodium Muscle Builder Post-Workout Red-Flag Ingredients Present Vegetarian

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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