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Upfront

Upfront Whey Milkshake Banana

Upfront Whey Milkshake Banana

Company's Description

For many, the tastiest protein shake on the market. In the development of our protein powder, the focus is on an optimal taste experience. The result: 22 grams of protein per shake, but with an insane taste and creamy texture.


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Chiggie Analysis

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Serving

‎🖖 30g‎

Nutrition

Calories: 118 kcal
TotalFat: 2.0g
SaturatedFat: 1.1g
Sodium: 0.11g
TotalCarbohydrates: 2.2g
TotalSugars: 2.1g
Protein: 22g
‎👋 Assessment: Strong protein per serving, moderate fat, and relatively low sugars for a flavored shake. Good fit for muscle recovery and low-carb diets. Performs well functionally and nutritionally, but not clean-label due to red-flag additives.

👋 Protein: High — 22g per serving, excellent for muscle support.
👋 Fat: Moderate and acceptable.
👋 Carbohydrates: Very low, supports keto and weight-loss goals.
👋 Fiber: Not listed.
👋 Sugars: Low (2.1g), no added sugar.
👋 Sodium: Low and well within healthy range.

Ingredients

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Whey protein concentrate (milk) (97%), natural banana flavor, thickener: xanthan gum, emulsifier: sunflower lecithin, sweetener: sucralose, flavoring: vanillin.

‏‏‎ ‎👋 The whey base is strong and the flavoring is mostly natural (banana aroma). Sucralose and vanillin are present but acceptable for flavored functional products. Ingredient quality is aligned with its purpose.

What We Like & What to Watch For

‎👍 High protein, Low sugar, Natural banana aroma

‎🙄 Sucralose, Vanillin

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Allergan

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

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Taste Profile

‎😋 Banana, Sweet, Smooth‏‏

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Ideal Use

‎✍️ Post-workout, breakfast shake, muscle recovery drink.
Good fit for those focused on fitness, lean muscle gain, or low-carb nutrition. Not suitable for clean-label or purist buyers.

🤝 Supports lean muscle development, low-carb diets, and weight management.

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Protein & Energy Source

‎💪 Whey concentrate‎

‎‎‎✊ Protein

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Diet Profile

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Is it for you?

Athlete: Strong macros for post-training support.
BusyProfessional: Easy, quick, and satisfying source of protein.
Diabetic: Very low sugar makes it generally safe, though sucralose tolerance may vary.
Endurance Athlete: Low carb; suitable for recovery, not fuel.
Frequent Traveler: Convenient shelf-stable format.
KidFriendly: Not ideal — due to artificial sweetener and synthetic flavor.
Parent: Functional for adult use.
Senior Citizen: High protein; may not appeal due to sweetener.
Natural Lifestyle Buyer: Avoid — contains artificial ingredients.
Wellness Seeker: Macros are strong, but ingredients aren't fully natural.
Whole Food Purist: Avoid — contains synthetic sweeteners and flavor.
WeightLossSeeker: Excellent for calorie control and muscle retention.

Still Curious?

Why B?

This banana whey milkshake delivers excellent protein (22g per serving), natural banana aroma, and low saturated fat. While it contains both sucralose and vanillin, their presence is expected and functionally justified in flavored whey powders. The product is suitable for post-workout recovery, lean muscle gain, and on-the-go use. Its clean base formula and performance-focused design make it a strong, functional B-grade product for the whey milkshake category.

Dietary Analysis

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

Glycemic Index Estimation

Low GI, Very low sugar and carb content — unlikely to spike blood sugar.‎‎ ‎

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

Good Ingredients

Whey protein concentrate: Primary protein source — supports muscle recovery.
Natural banana aroma: Naturally-derived flavoring for taste appeal.
Sunflower lecithin: Natural emulsifier aiding powder mixability.

Permissible Ingredients

Xanthan gum: Safe and widely used thickener.

Cautionary Ingredients

Sucralose: Artificial sweetener — non-caloric but not clean-label.
Vanillin: Synthetic vanilla flavoring — not naturally extracted.

Artificial Ingredients

SweetenersUsed: Sucralose
Additives: Xanthan gum, Sucralose, Vanillin
ArtificialColors: No
ArtificialFlavors: Yes (vanillin)
ArtificialPreservatives: No
Artificial Color Free Artificial Preservative Free Athlete Friendly Balanced Macros Breakfast Suitable Busy Professional Friendly Diabetic Friendly Frequent Traveler Functional Food Glucose Syrup Free Gluten Free High Protein Keto Friendly Low Carb Low Carb Lifestyler Low Fat 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 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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