Ensure Original Nutrition Shake Vanilla, 6 Packs Each / Pack of 6 supplement bottle
Ensure

Original Nutrition Shake Vanilla, 6 Packs Each / Pack of 6

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

Product Analysis

Transparency Poor

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
CholesterolLess than 5 mg <2%
Potassium 370 11%
Total Carbohydrates 32 g 11%
Vitamin A 25%
Vitamin C 50%
Calcium 30%
Iron 25%
Vitamin D 50%
Vitamin E 25%
Vitamin K 25%
Thiamin 25%
Riboflavin 25%
Niacin 25%
Vitamin B6 25%
Folate 25%
Vitamin B12 25%
Biotin 25%
Pantothenic Acid 25%
Phosphorus 25%
Iodine 25%
Magnesium 25%
Zinc 25%
Selenium 25%
Copper 25%
Maganese 60%
Chromium 25%
Molybdenum 50%
Chloride 8%
Bioavailability Very Good

Absorption Rating

  • CholesterolLess than Fair
  • Potassium Good
  • Total Carbohydrates Fair
  • Vitamin A Good
  • Vitamin C Fair
  • Calcium Good
  • Iron Fair
  • Vitamin D Good
  • Vitamin E Good
  • Vitamin K Good
  • Thiamin Good
  • Riboflavin Good
  • Niacin Good
  • Vitamin B6 Fair
  • Folate Fair
  • Vitamin B12 Fair
  • Biotin Good
  • Pantothenic Acid Good
  • Phosphorus Good
  • Iodine Good
  • Magnesium Good
  • Zinc Fair
  • Selenium Good
  • Copper Fair
  • Chromium Fair
  • Molybdenum Good
  • 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
  • Less than 0.5% of: Magnesium phosphate
  • Potassium Citrate
  • Natural & Artificial Flavor
  • Cellulose Gel
  • Salt
  • Calcium Carbonate
  • Calcium Phosphate
  • Choline Chloride
  • Ascorbic Acid
  • Sodium Citrate
  • Cellulose Gum
  • Potassium Chloride
  • Monoglycerides
  • Soy Lecithin
  • Carrageenan Medium
  • Potassium Hydroxide Low
  • Liquid sucralose
  • Ferrous Sulfate
  • Zinc Sulfate
  • Acesulfame Potassium
  • DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate
  • Niacinamide
  • Manganese Sulfate
  • Calcium Pantothenate
  • Copper Sulfate
  • Thiamine chloride hydrochloride
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride
  • Vitamin A Palmitate
  • Riboflavin
  • Chromium Chloride
  • Folic Acid
  • Biotin
  • Sodium Molybdate
  • Potassium Iodide
  • Sodium Selenate
  • Phylloquinone
  • Vitamin D3
  • Vitamin B12
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Potassium 370 Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 220
Calories from Fat 170
Total Fat 6 g 9%
Saturated Fat 1 g 5%
Trans Fat 0 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2 g
Monounsaturated Fat 3 g
CholesterolLess than 5 mg <2%
Sodium 200 mg 8%
Potassium 370 11%
Total Carbohydrates 32 g 11%
Dietary Fiber 1 g 4%
Sugars 15 g
Protein 9 g 18%
Vitamin A 25%
Vitamin C 50%
Calcium 30%
Iron 25%
Vitamin D 50%
Vitamin E 25%
Vitamin K 25%
Thiamin 25%
Riboflavin 25%
Niacin 25%
Vitamin B6 25%
Folate 25%
Vitamin B12 25%
Biotin 25%
Pantothenic Acid 25%
Phosphorus 25%
Iodine 25%
Magnesium 25%
Zinc 25%
Selenium 25%
Copper 25%
Maganese 60%
Chromium 25%
Molybdenum 50%
Chloride 8%

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
Less than 0.5% of: Magnesium phosphate Unknown
Potassium Citrate Safe

It is used as a mineral supplement and buffer.

Natural & Artificial Flavor Generally_safe

It is used to improve the taste of the supplement.

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.

Calcium Carbonate Safe

Acts as a filler and provides supplemental calcium.

Calcium Phosphate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler and anticaking agent in supplements.

Choline Chloride Generally_safe

It is used as a source of choline.

Ascorbic Acid Safe

Prevents oxidation and provides vitamin C.

Sodium Citrate Safe

Stabilizes pH and helps maintain ingredient effectiveness.

Cellulose Gum Safe

Thickens and stabilizes supplement formulations.

Potassium Chloride Safe

It is used to provide potassium, an essential mineral.

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.

Potassium Hydroxide Caution

It is used to adjust the pH.

Liquid sucralose Unknown
Ferrous Sulfate Generally_safe

It is used as a source of iron.

Zinc Sulfate Generally_safe

It is used to supplement zinc intake.

Acesulfame Potassium Generally_safe

It is used to provide sweetness without adding calories.

DL-Alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate Generally_safe

It is used as a source of vitamin E and as an antioxidant.

Niacinamide Safe

It is included for its potential health benefits.

Manganese Sulfate Generally_safe

It provides a source of manganese.

Calcium Pantothenate Safe

It provides a source of vitamin B5.

Copper Sulfate Generally_safe

It is added to supplements to provide copper, an essential trace mineral.

Thiamine chloride hydrochloride Unknown
Pyridoxine Hydrochloride Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B6.

Vitamin A Palmitate Generally_safe

It is added to supplements as a source of vitamin A.

Riboflavin Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B2.

Chromium Chloride Generally_safe

It is added to supplements to provide chromium, an essential trace mineral.

Folic Acid Safe

It is used as a source of folate.

Biotin Safe

It is used for its potential benefits related to hair, skin, and nail health.

Sodium Molybdate Generally_safe

It is used to supplement molybdenum intake.

Potassium Iodide Generally_safe

It provides iodine, an essential mineral.

Sodium Selenate Generally_safe

It is used as a source of selenium.

Phylloquinone Safe

It is added as a source of vitamin K.

Vitamin D3 Safe

It is added to supplements to provide vitamin D, which is essential for bone health and immune function.

Vitamin B12 Safe

It is included for its nutritional value.

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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 Original Nutrition Shake Vanilla, 6 Packs Each / Pack of 6 a good supplement?

Ensure Original Nutrition Shake Vanilla, 6 Packs Each / Pack of 6 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 39 active ingredients with 6 servings per container. Of the 45 inactive ingredients, 19 are rated safe and 2 are flagged for review.

What are the ingredients in Ensure Original Nutrition Shake Vanilla, 6 Packs Each / Pack of 6?

Ensure Original Nutrition Shake Vanilla, 6 Packs Each / Pack of 6 contains 39 active ingredients: Calories (220), Calories from Fat (170), Total Fat (6 g), Saturated Fat (1 g), Trans Fat (0 g), Polyunsaturated Fat (2 g), and 33 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is Ensure Original Nutrition Shake Vanilla, 6 Packs Each / Pack of 6 safe to take?

Ensure Original Nutrition Shake Vanilla, 6 Packs Each / Pack of 6 has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 45 inactive ingredients, 19 are rated safe. 2 ingredients are flagged for review: Carrageenan, Potassium Hydroxide. '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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