SPIRU-TEIN Plant-Based Protein Shake, Banana Flavor
Product Analysis
Transparency Very Poor
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 | 20 mcg | 100% |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 25% |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 100 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A (5000 IU) | 1500 mcg RAE | 170% |
| Vitamin C | 90 mg | 100% |
| Vitamin E (30 IU) | 20 mg | 130% |
| Thiamin | 1.5 mg | 130% |
| Riboflavin | 1.7 mg | 130% |
| Niacin | 20 mg | 130% |
| Vitamin B6 | 2 mg | 120% |
| Folate (400 mcg folic acid) | 667 mcg DFE | 170% |
| Vitamin B12 | 5 mcg | 200% |
| Biotin | 300 mcg | 1000% |
| Pantothenic Acid | 10 mg | 200% |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg | 20% |
| Iodine | 150 mcg | 100% |
| Magnesium | 80 mg | 20% |
| Zinc | 15 mg | 140% |
| Selenium | 21 mcg | 40% |
| Manganese | 5 mg | 220% |
| Chromium | 18 mcg | 50% |
| Molybdenum | 20 mcg | 40% |
| Choline | 21 mg | 4% |
Bioavailability Very Good
Absorption Rating
- Vitamin D3 Good
- Calcium Good
- Iron Fair
- Potassium Good
- Vitamin A (5000 IU) Good
- Vitamin C Fair
- Vitamin E (30 IU) Good
- Thiamin Good
- Riboflavin Good
- Niacin Good
- Vitamin B6 Fair
- Folate (400 mcg folic acid) Fair
- Vitamin B12 Fair
- Biotin Good
- Pantothenic Acid Good
- Phosphorus Good
- Iodine Good
- Magnesium Good
- Zinc Fair
- Selenium Good
- Manganese Good
- Chromium Fair
- Molybdenum Good
- Choline Poor
Other Ingredients Excellent
Fillers & Additives
- Proprietary non-GMO protein blend (soy [isolated soy protein and fermented soy], rice protein, pea protein)
- Fructose
- Maltodextrin
- Oligofructose
- Di-Calcium Phosphate
- Non-GMO Xanthan Gum
- Potassium Citrate
- Microcrystalline Cellulose
- Magnesium Oxide
- Spirulina
- Vitamin C
- Choline Bitartrate
- Inositol
- Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopheryl) acetate
- Vitamin A Palmitate
- Biotin
- Apple Pectin
- Niacinamide
- Zinc Oxide
- Manganese Sulfate
- Calcium Pantothenate
- Ferrous Fumarate Low
- Vegan Cholecalciferol
- Lecithin
- Lemon bioflavonoid complex
- Riboflavin
- Pyridoxine HCl
- Thiamin HCl
- Vitamin B12
- Potassium Iodide
- Folic Acid
- Sodium Molybdate
- Sodium Selenite
- Chromium Chloride
- Bromelain
- Methylcobalamin
Efficacy Good
Dosage Analysis
- Vitamin D3 20 mcg Effective
- Calcium 300 mg Under-dosed
- Iron 4.5 mg Under-dosed
- Potassium 100 mg Under-dosed
- Vitamin A (5000 IU) 1500 mcg RAE Effective
- Vitamin C 90 mg Effective
- Vitamin E (30 IU) 20 mg Effective
- Thiamin 1.5 mg Effective
- Riboflavin 1.7 mg Effective
- Niacin 20 mg Effective
- Vitamin B6 2 mg Effective
- Folate (400 mcg folic acid) 667 mcg DFE Effective
- Vitamin B12 5 mcg Effective
- Biotin 300 mcg Effective
- Pantothenic Acid 10 mg Effective
- Phosphorus 200 mg Under-dosed
- Iodine 150 mcg Effective
- Magnesium 80 mg Under-dosed
- Zinc 15 mg Effective
- Selenium 21 mcg Under-dosed
- Manganese 5 mg Effective
- Chromium 18 mcg Under-dosed
- Molybdenum 20 mcg Under-dosed
- Choline 21 mg Under-dosed
Supplement Facts
| Ingredient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin D3 | 20 mcg | 100% |
| Calcium | 300 mg | 25% |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 100 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A (5000 IU) | 1500 mcg RAE | 170% |
| Vitamin C | 90 mg | 100% |
| Vitamin E (30 IU) | 20 mg | 130% |
| Thiamin | 1.5 mg | 130% |
| Riboflavin | 1.7 mg | 130% |
| Niacin | 20 mg | 130% |
| Vitamin B6 | 2 mg | 120% |
| Folate (400 mcg folic acid) | 667 mcg DFE | 170% |
| Vitamin B12 | 5 mcg | 200% |
| Biotin | 300 mcg | 1000% |
| Pantothenic Acid | 10 mg | 200% |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg | 20% |
| Iodine | 150 mcg | 100% |
| Magnesium | 80 mg | 20% |
| Zinc | 15 mg | 140% |
| Selenium | 21 mcg | 40% |
| Manganese | 5 mg | 220% |
| Chromium | 18 mcg | 50% |
| Molybdenum | 20 mcg | 40% |
| Choline | 21 mg | 4% |
Other Ingredients
Fructose Generally_safe
Maltodextrin Generally_safe
Oligofructose Generally_safe
Di-Calcium Phosphate Generally_safe
Non-GMO Xanthan Gum Generally_safe
Potassium Citrate Safe
Magnesium Oxide Generally_safe
Spirulina Generally_safe
Vitamin C Safe
Choline Bitartrate Generally_safe
Inositol Safe
Vitamin A Palmitate Generally_safe
Biotin Safe
Apple Pectin Safe
Niacinamide Safe
Zinc Oxide Generally_safe
Manganese Sulfate Generally_safe
Calcium Pantothenate Safe
Ferrous Fumarate Caution
Lecithin Safe
Lemon bioflavonoid complex Unknown
Riboflavin Safe
Pyridoxine HCl Generally_safe
Thiamin HCl Unknown
Vitamin B12 Safe
Potassium Iodide Generally_safe
Folic Acid Safe
Sodium Molybdate Generally_safe
Sodium Selenite Generally_safe
Chromium Chloride Generally_safe
Bromelain Generally_safe
Methylcobalamin Safe
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Transparency
3 claims
Violation History
1 incident
Is NaturesPlus SPIRU-TEIN Plant-Based Protein Shake, Banana Flavor a good supplement?
NaturesPlus SPIRU-TEIN Plant-Based Protein Shake, Banana Flavor received a product quality score of 59/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, indicating several areas of concern that consumers should review. The product contains 24 active ingredients Of the 36 inactive ingredients, 14 are rated safe and 1 are flagged for review. The manufacturer, NaturesPlus, holds a brand trust score of 59/100.
What are the ingredients in NaturesPlus SPIRU-TEIN Plant-Based Protein Shake, Banana Flavor?
NaturesPlus SPIRU-TEIN Plant-Based Protein Shake, Banana Flavor contains 24 active ingredients: Vitamin D3 (20 mcg), Calcium (300 mg), Iron (4.5 mg), Potassium (100 mg), Vitamin A (5000 IU) (1500 mcg RAE), Vitamin C (90 mg), and 18 more. Notable high-dose ingredients include Biotin at 1000% DV, Manganese at 220% DV. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.
Is NaturesPlus SPIRU-TEIN Plant-Based Protein Shake, Banana Flavor safe to take?
NaturesPlus SPIRU-TEIN Plant-Based Protein Shake, Banana Flavor has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 36 inactive ingredients, 14 are rated safe. 1 ingredient is flagged for review: Ferrous Fumarate. '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.
Is NaturesPlus a trustworthy supplement brand?
NaturesPlus receives a brand trust score of 59/100 based on GoodSupp's independent analysis of certifications, regulatory history, and transparency practices. Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Melville, New York, United States, the company offers 420 products in their lineup. Note: NaturesPlus has 1 historical regulatory incident on record, which are factored into the trust score.
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