Ensure Ensure Original Vanilla Nutrition Shake with Fiber| Meal Replacement Shake | Ready To Drink | 9g Protein, 27 Vitamins and Minerals | 8 fl oz - 24 Pack supplement bottle
Ensure

Ensure Original Vanilla Nutrition Shake with Fiber| Meal Replacement Shake | Ready To Drink | 9g Protein, 27 Vitamins and Minerals | 8 fl oz - 24 Pack

What We Researched
26 active ingredients analyzed · 18 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
45
Product Score Poor

Product Analysis

Transparency Very Poor

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Ascorbic Acid
dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate
Zinc Sulfate
Niacinamide
Calcium Pantothenate
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
Thiamine Hydrochloride
Copper Sulfate
Riboflavin
Vitamin A Palmitate
Folic Acid
Potassium Iodide
Chromium Chloride
Sodium Selenate
Sodium Molybdate
Phylloquinone
Biotin
Vitamin D3
Vitamin B12
Potassium Citrate
Magnesium Phosphate
Calcium Carbonate
Calcium Phosphate
Ferrous Sulfate
Magnesium Sulfate
Choline Chloride
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Ascorbic Acid Fair
  • dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate Fair
  • Zinc Sulfate Fair
  • Niacinamide Good
  • Calcium Pantothenate Good
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride Fair
  • Thiamine Hydrochloride Fair
  • Copper Sulfate Fair
  • Riboflavin Good
  • Vitamin A Palmitate Good
  • Folic Acid Fair
  • Potassium Iodide Good
  • Chromium Chloride Poor
  • Sodium Selenate Good
  • Sodium Molybdate Good
  • Phylloquinone Fair
  • Biotin Good
  • Vitamin D3 Good
  • Vitamin B12 Fair
  • Potassium Citrate Good
  • Magnesium Phosphate Good
  • Calcium Carbonate Fair
  • Calcium Phosphate Good
  • Ferrous Sulfate Fair
  • Magnesium Sulfate Poor
  • Choline Chloride Good
Other Ingredients Good

Fillers & Additives

  • Water
  • Corn Maltodextrin
  • Sugar
  • Milk Protein Concentrate Medium
  • Blend of Vegetable Oils (Canola, Corn)
  • Soy Protein Isolate
  • Nonfat Milk
  • Sodium Citrate
  • Potassium Chloride
  • Potassium Hydroxide Low
  • Natural & Artificial Flavors
  • Cellulose Gel
  • Salt
  • Cellulose Gum
  • Monoglycerides
  • Soy Lecithin
  • Carrageenan Medium
  • Sucralose
Efficacy N/A

Dosage Analysis

Dosage data not available for assessment.

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Ascorbic Acid
dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate
Zinc Sulfate
Niacinamide
Calcium Pantothenate
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
Thiamine Hydrochloride
Copper Sulfate
Riboflavin
Vitamin A Palmitate
Folic Acid
Potassium Iodide
Chromium Chloride
Sodium Selenate
Sodium Molybdate
Phylloquinone
Biotin
Vitamin D3
Vitamin B12
Potassium Citrate
Magnesium Phosphate
Calcium Carbonate
Calcium Phosphate
Ferrous Sulfate
Magnesium Sulfate
Choline Chloride

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Water Safe

Dissolves and carries water-soluble ingredients.

Corn Maltodextrin Safe

It is used to add bulk and improve the flow of powdered supplements.

Sugar Generally_safe

Adds sweetness to chewable or gummy supplements.

Milk Protein Concentrate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler or protein source.

Blend of Vegetable Oils (Canola, Corn) Unknown
Soy Protein Isolate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler to increase the bulk of a supplement.

Nonfat Milk Unknown
Sodium Citrate Safe

Stabilizes pH and helps maintain ingredient effectiveness.

Potassium Chloride Safe

It is used to provide potassium, an essential mineral.

Potassium Hydroxide Caution

It is used to adjust the pH.

Natural & Artificial Flavors Generally_safe

It is used to improve the taste of the product.

Cellulose Gel Generally_safe

It is used as a thickening agent to improve the texture of supplements.

Salt Safe

It is used as a flavoring agent.

Cellulose Gum Safe

Thickens and stabilizes supplement formulations.

Monoglycerides Unknown
Soy Lecithin Safe

Helps blend oil and water-based ingredients. Common allergen.

Carrageenan Caution

Used to thicken and stabilize liquid and gel supplements.

Sucralose Generally_safe

Adds sweetness to chewables, gummies, and powdered supplements without calories.

Price Comparison

Price History

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$44$43$42$41$40 Mar 12 $42.10
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Brand Trust Report
Ensure

Founded 1973 · Columbus, Ohio, United States · 9 products · ensure.com/

Transparency

2 claims
In House Testing — Claimed

Violation History

7 incidents
Recall Ensure NutriVigor Plant-Based Almond flavour Nutritional Shake2024-06-14Source
Fda Warning Unapproved new drug and adulterated dietary supplement (for Similac® Probiotic Tri-Blend).2023-10-24Source
Prop 65 Lead2022-06-27Source
Recall Powder formulas, including Similac, Alimentum and EleCare2022-02-17Source
Lawsuit Misrepresenting that its Ensure nutrition drinks are healthy despite their high sugar content.2022Source
Recall Ensure and other nutritional drinks2018-10-16Source
Lawsuit Falsely promising that Ensure® Muscle Health Shakes and Ensure® Clinical Strength Drinks will “help rebuild muscle and strength naturally lost over time”2015Source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ensure Ensure Original Vanilla Nutrition Shake with Fiber| Meal Replacement Shake | Ready To Drink | 9g Protein, 27 Vitamins and Minerals | 8 fl oz - 24 Pack a good supplement?

Ensure Ensure Original Vanilla Nutrition Shake with Fiber| Meal Replacement Shake | Ready To Drink | 9g Protein, 27 Vitamins and Minerals | 8 fl oz - 24 Pack received a product quality score of 45/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 26 active ingredients Of the 18 inactive ingredients, 7 are rated safe and 2 are flagged for review.

What are the ingredients in Ensure Ensure Original Vanilla Nutrition Shake with Fiber| Meal Replacement Shake | Ready To Drink | 9g Protein, 27 Vitamins and Minerals | 8 fl oz - 24 Pack?

Ensure Ensure Original Vanilla Nutrition Shake with Fiber| Meal Replacement Shake | Ready To Drink | 9g Protein, 27 Vitamins and Minerals | 8 fl oz - 24 Pack contains 26 active ingredients: Ascorbic Acid, dl-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate, Zinc Sulfate, Niacinamide, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, and 20 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Ensure Ensure Original Vanilla Nutrition Shake with Fiber| Meal Replacement Shake | Ready To Drink | 9g Protein, 27 Vitamins and Minerals | 8 fl oz - 24 Pack safe to take?

Ensure Ensure Original Vanilla Nutrition Shake with Fiber| Meal Replacement Shake | Ready To Drink | 9g Protein, 27 Vitamins and Minerals | 8 fl oz - 24 Pack has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 18 inactive ingredients, 7 are rated safe. 2 ingredients are flagged for review: Potassium Hydroxide, Carrageenan. 'Caution' doesn't mean dangerous — it indicates the ingredient has some considerations worth being aware of, such as potential sensitivities or ongoing research. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new supplement, especially if you take medications or have underlying health conditions.

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