Nature's Plus - Spiru-Tein Sport Shake Vanilla has a high-calorie, average-carb, high-fat and very high-protein content. It is a good source of Iron, Vitamin A, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B12, Vitamin C, Vitamin D, Vitamin E, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin and Pantothenic Acid.
The food contains 40.63g of carbs. The carbohydrate profile of the the food reveals it is low in complex carbs and high in Simple carbs. Carbs are our primary source of energy but its source should be chosen with utmost care. Complex carbs are a more desirable addition to your diet, where as simple carbs should be consumed in moderation as it is very easily broken down, assimilated and absorbed in the body. With 31.25 gms of protein, it is very high in protein content, which is an important macronutrient that helps with tissue repair, provides energy and improves immunity.
Because of its high fat content, it could be unsuitable option, especially if you're watching your fat intake for health reasons. A quick glance at the fat profile reveals that it is average in saturated fats and low in trans fats.
It a good source of Vitamin B6 and Vitamin B12.It is also rich in Vitamin C, whose benefits include, but are not limited to protection against immune system deficiencies, cardiovascular disease, prenatal health problems, eye disease, and even skin wrinkling.
It gives a good yield of Iron at 7.03 gms/ serving, and should be included in an Iron rich diet. Iron is essential to help carry oxygen from the lungs to the muscles and other organs, and is especially helpful for pregnant women. While Sodium is an essential nutrient, excess quantities can cause several disorders like fluid retention, hypertension. Since it has an average density of Sodium, it is suitable if you are aiming for a healthy, low-sodium diet. It is also high in Magnesium, an essential micronutrient that regulates functioning of muscles and nerves and heart beat. It is also a high source of Selenium, which is an important antioxidant especially in combination with vitamin E.
Ideally consumed as a Beverage.
Our comprehensive nutrition ranking methodology, which inspects every nutrition element that this food is composed of, comes up with a nutrition ranking of 83, for Nature's Plus - Spiru-Tein Sport Shake Vanilla, and we advise that this food on a regular basis.
Calories from Protein | 30% | |
Calories from Fat | 31% | |
Calories from Carbs | 39% |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Vitamin A | 7812.5 IU | 156.3% | Top 10% | Very High |
Vitamin C | 93.8 mg | 156.3% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin D | 625 IU | 156.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Vitamin E | 46.9 mg | 156.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Thiamin | 2.3 mg | 156.3% | Top 30% | High |
Riboflavin | 2.7 mg | 156.3% | Top 30% | High |
Niacin | 31.3 mg | 156.3% | Top 30% | High |
Vitamin B6 | 3.1 mg | 156.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Folic Acid | 625 mcg | |||
Vitamin B12 | 9.4 mcg | 156.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Pantothenic Acid | 15.6 mg | 156.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Calcium | 78.1 mg | 7.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Iron | 7 mg | 39.1% | Top 30% | High |
Magnesium | 125 mg | 31.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Phosphorus | 312.5 mg | 31.3% | Mid 40% | Average |
Potassium | 468.8 mg | 13.4% | Mid 40% | Average |
Sodium | 125 mg | 5.2% | Mid 40% | Average |
Zinc | 23.4 mg | 156.3% | Top 30% | High |
Manganese | 7.8 mg | 390.6% | Top 30% | High |
Selenium | 32.8 mcg | 46.9% | Mid 40% | Average |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Carbohydrate | 40.6 g | 13.5% | Mid 40% | Average |
Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6.3% | Bottom 30% | Low |
Sugars | 29.7 g |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Protein | 31.3 g | 62.5% | Top 30% | High |
Name | Amount | %DV | Rank | Interpretation |
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Total Fat | 14.1 g | 21.6% | Top 30% | High |
Saturated Fat | 1.6 g | 7.8% | Mid 40% | Average |
Total Trans Fatty Acids | 0 g |
Serving size
Amount Per Serving
Calories 260 Calories from Fat 80
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9 g 13.8%
Saturated Fat 1 g 5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 80 mg 3.3%
Total Carbohydrates 26 g 8.7%
Dietary Fiber 1 g4%
Sugars 19 g
Protein 20 g 40%
Vitamin A 100% Vitamin C 100%
Calcium 5% Iron 25%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
Per 100g | Calories 344
Protein 46.9 g | Carbs 37.5 g | Fat 4.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 324
Protein 41.2 g | Carbs 29.4 g | Fat 2.9 g
Per 100g | Calories 367
Protein 6.7 g | Carbs 83.3 g | Fat 3.3 g
Per 100g | Calories 38
Protein 0.42 g | Carbs 5.8 g | Fat 1.7 g
Per 100g | Calories 313
Protein 43.8 g | Carbs 37.5 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 323
Protein 45.2 g | Carbs 35.5 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 294
Protein 41.2 g | Carbs 35.3 g | Fat 0 g
Per 100g | Calories 313
Protein 43.8 g | Carbs 34.4 g | Fat 0 g