Organic Protein + 50 Superfoods Protein Powder — DUMP
Munch or Dump rates Organic Protein + 50 Superfoods Protein Powder by Orgain DUMP — score 20/90.
Highly processed with 76 ingredients and multiple additives.
Why this verdict
- 76 ingredients
- NOVA 4 ultra-processed
- Multiple additives present
- Multiple sweeteners — sweetness engineered, not simple
- Flavoring and texture stabilizers — more formulated than it appears
Ingredients (66)
- Pea Protein (moderate) — Second isolated protein; drives the 20g protein figure.
- Brown Rice Protein (safe) — Plant protein source; pairs with pea protein for a fuller amino profile.
- Chia Seed (safe) — Whole seed adding a little fiber and omega-3.
- Acacia High Oleic Sunflower Oil (moderate) — Refined oil used as a stabilizer/emulsifier.
- Rice Dextrin (moderate) — Refined starch carrier; a mild processed component.
- Sunflower Lecithin (safe) — Emulsifier; benign.
- Rosemary Extract (safe) — Natural antioxidant used to keep the oil fresh.
- Erythritol (moderate) — Sugar alcohol sweetener; high blood levels have recently been linked to cardiovascular concerns.
- Acacia (safe) — Natural gum used for thickening.
- Alkalized cocoa (moderate) — Processed cocoa with lower acidity, adds flavor.
- Natural flavor (moderate) — Undisclosed flavor blend; minor but not fully transparent.
- Millet (safe) — Whole grain, minor but real.
- Amaranth (safe) — Whole grain, small amount.
- Buckwheat (safe) — Whole grain seed with good micronutrients.
- Quinoa Chia (safe) — Quinoa and chia, two nutrient-dense seeds added to protein blends for complete plant protein, fiber, and omega-3 fats. Wholesome real-food ingredients.
- Kale Powder (safe) — Dried, ground kale, a leafy green vegetable powder high in vitamins K and C, fiber, and antioxidants. A whole-food ingredient common in greens blends.
- Apple Pulp (safe) — Apple pulp, the fibrous flesh of the apple, used to add natural sweetness, fiber, and bulk to powders, bars, and blends. A minimally processed whole-fruit ingredient with no health concern.
- cinnamon (safe) — Real spice; the one genuinely wholesome note.
- Amaranth Sprout (safe) — Sprouted amaranth, a whole pseudo-grain seed that supplies plant protein, fiber, and minerals, with sprouting improving digestibility. A wholesome, minimally processed ingredient.
- Quinoa Sprout (safe) — Sprouted quinoa, a whole pseudo-grain seed that is a complete plant protein with fiber and minerals; sprouting can improve nutrient availability. A wholesome, minimally processed ingredient.
- Millet Sprout (safe) — Sprouted millet, a whole gluten-free grain providing plant protein, fiber, and minerals, with sprouting improving digestibility. A clean whole-food ingredient in superfood blends.
- Buckwheat Sprout (safe) — Sprouted buckwheat, a whole pseudo-grain (actually a seed, not wheat) rich in plant protein, fiber, and minerals. Sprouting boosts nutrient availability, and it appears as a clean whole-food ingredient in superfood blends.
- Garbanzo Bean Sprout (safe) — Sprouted chickpeas, a whole plant food that provides protein, fiber, and folate; sprouting can improve digestibility and nutrient availability. A clean, minimally processed ingredient.
- Lentils Sprout (safe) — Sprouted lentils, a whole plant food added to protein and superfood blends for extra fiber, protein, and micronutrients. Sprouting improves digestibility, making this a genuinely nutritious ingredient.
- Adzuki Sprout (safe) — Sprouted adzuki beans, a whole legume added to superfood blends for plant protein and fiber. Sprouting boosts digestibility, making this a wholesome ingredient.
- Flax Sprout (safe) — Sprouted flax seed, added for plant protein, fiber, and omega-3 (ALA) fats; sprouting is claimed to improve digestibility. A whole-food ingredient with a genuinely healthy nutrient profile.
- Sunflower Sprout (safe) — Sprouted sunflower seeds, a whole plant food providing protein, healthy fats, vitamin E, and minerals, with sprouting boosting nutrient availability. Wholesome and minimally processed.
- Pumpkin Sprout (safe) — Sprouted pumpkin seeds, a whole food added to protein and superfood blends for plant protein, magnesium, and zinc. Sprouting improves nutrient absorption; a nourishing ingredient.
- Chia Sprout (safe) — Sprouted chia seeds, a whole food rich in fiber, omega-3 fats, and plant protein, added to superfood blends. Sprouting aids digestibility; a clean, nutritious ingredient.
- Sesame Sprout (safe) — Sprouted sesame seeds, a whole food providing protein, healthy fats, calcium, and minerals, with sprouting aiding nutrient uptake. A wholesome, minimally processed ingredient.
- Acai (safe) — Acai, a dark purple Amazonian berry prized for antioxidant anthocyanins and healthy fats. A genuine whole-food fruit ingredient, usually added as powder or puree.
- Cranberry (moderate) — Dried cranberry, usually sweetened; concentrated sugar in a small amount.
- Wheat Grass (safe) — The young grass of the wheat plant, consumed as a juice or powder and marketed for its chlorophyll, vitamins, and minerals. A whole-plant green with no meaningful health concern (though it is not gluten-free-guaranteed at the grain stage).
- Barley Grass (safe) — The young leaf of the barley plant, dried into a green powder rich in chlorophyll, fiber, and micronutrients. A whole-food green used in superfood and greens blends.
- Oat Grass (safe) — The young leafy shoots of the oat plant, harvested before the grain forms and dried into a green powder. It is a whole-food source of fiber, chlorophyll, and micronutrients used to boost the greens profile of supplements.
- Banana Mango (safe) — Banana and mango, whole fruits added to protein and smoothie blends for natural sweetness, flavor, and fiber. Nutritious real-food ingredients.
- Beet Carrot (safe) — A label fragment naming beet and carrot, two whole vegetables used for natural color, sweetness, and micronutrients. Clean whole-food ingredients.
- Spinach (safe) — Real vegetable.
- Broccoli (safe) — A whole cruciferous vegetable - high in fiber, vitamin C and folate, nothing added.
- Tomato (safe) — Whole-food base of the salsa.
- Kale (safe) — A nutrient-dense cruciferous leafy green rich in vitamins K, A, and C, fiber, and antioxidants. A genuine whole food and one of the healthiest common vegetables.
- Cabbage (safe) — Real vegetable, the lead filling ingredient — fiber and water.
- Parsley Leaf (safe) — Parsley leaf, a fresh green herb used for mild flavor, color, and as a source of vitamins K and C in seasoning and superfood blends. A whole-plant food with no health concerns.
- Brussels Sprout (safe) — A cruciferous vegetable in the cabbage family, rich in fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, and antioxidant glucosinolates. A genuinely healthy whole food; in powders it is added as a nutrient-dense green.
- Green Bell Pepper (safe) — Green bell pepper, a whole vegetable added to blends for flavor, vitamin C, and antioxidants. A real-food ingredient with no concerns.
- Cucumber (safe) — The whole vegetable, mostly water with modest vitamin K and potassium. A clean, minimally processed ingredient.
- Celery (safe) — Real vegetable.
- GARLIC (safe) — Real aromatic. Whole food.
- Ginger Root (safe) — Whole spice with anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits.
- Green Onion (safe) — Whole-food aromatic, just flavor and a little fiber.
- Cauliflower (safe) — Real vegetable and the lead ingredient, though largely diluted by the starch matrix.
- Asparagus (safe) — A green vegetable rich in fiber, folate, vitamin K, and antioxidants, used fresh or as a powder in superfood blends. A clean whole-food ingredient.
- Pineapple (safe) — Whole fruit, a source of vitamin C, manganese, fiber, and the digestive enzyme bromelain.
- Turmeric (safe) — Natural yellow color and a mild anti-inflammatory spice.
- Strawberry (safe) — Real strawberry, a whole fruit adding natural sweetness, flavor, vitamin C, and antioxidants. A clean whole-food ingredient.
- Tart Cherry (safe) — Tart (sour) cherry, a whole fruit rich in antioxidants and often included for recovery and anti-inflammatory claims. A clean whole-food ingredient.
- Blackberry (safe) — Whole blackberry, a dark antioxidant-rich berry used for flavor, color, and fiber in smoothies, powders, and desserts. A nutritious whole fruit with no health concerns.
- Blueberry (safe) — A whole fruit rich in antioxidants (anthocyanins), fiber, and vitamin C, used fresh, dried, or powdered for flavor and nutrition. A clean, healthful whole-food ingredient.
- Raspberry (safe) — Real whole fruit — adds tartness, fiber, and antioxidants. A genuine positive.
- Rebaudioside A (Stevia Extract) (safe) — Plant-derived sweetener; a second sweetener alongside erythritol.
- Sea Salt (moderate) — Sodium source; no nutritional edge over regular salt.
- Guar Gum (moderate) — Used as a firming agent or conditioner; not necessary.
- Xanthan Gum (moderate) — Industrial thickener.
- Organic Food Based Vitamin C (Fruit Extract) (safe) — Vitamin C (ascorbic acid) derived from a fruit extract rather than synthesized, added for nutrition and as a natural antioxidant. Safe and beneficial; an essential vitamin.
- Organic Food Based B Vitamin Blend (Guava, Holy Basil, Lemon Extract) (safe) — A blend of B vitamins delivered through whole-food sources like guava, holy basil, and lemon extract rather than synthetic isolates. This is a clean way to fortify a product and poses no health concern.
- Probiotic (Bacillus Coagulans) (safe) — Shelf-stable probiotic strain for gut support.
Healthier alternatives
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