NaturesPlus The Original High Protein Energy Shake, 1.7 lbs supplement bottle
NaturesPlus

The Original High Protein Energy Shake, 1.7 lbs

What We Researched
51 active ingredients analyzed · 59 inactive ingredients decoded · 1 retailer compared · Last updated: Mar 2026
67
Product Score Fair
59
Brand Score Poor

Product Analysis

Transparency Very Good

Supplement Facts

IngredientAmount% DV
Potassium 110 mg 3%
Vitamin A 5000 IU 100%
Calcium 300 mg 30%
Vitamin D 400 IU 100%
Thiamin 1.5 mg 100%
Niacin 20 mg 100%
Vitamin B6 2 mg 100%
Folic Acid 400 mcg 100%
Biotin 300 mcg 100%
Phosphorus 200 mg 20%
Magnesium 80 mg 20%
Selenium 21 mcg 30%
Chromium 18 mcg 15%
Each Serving OfEnergy The Universal Protein ShakeAlso Contains: — —
NUTRIENTS — —
Citrus Bioflavonoids 60 mg *
Inositol 50 mg *
Quercetin (Sophora japonica) 30 mg *
Rutin (Sophora japonica) 25 mg *
Choline (bitartrate) 21 mg *
PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) 15 mg *
Hesperidin (citrus) 10 mg *
Octacosanol (wheat free) 200 mcg *
ENZYMES — —
Cellulase (Trichoderma longibrchiatum fermentation) (480 CU units) 96 mg *
Bromelain (pineapple) (24 GDU [gelatin digesting units]) 40 mg *
Papain (papaya) 30 mg *
Betaine HCl (beet molasses) 25 mg *
Amylase (Aspergillus oryzae fermentation) (150 units) 5 mg *
Lipase (Rhizopus oryzae fermentation) (25 units) 5 mg *
WHOLE FOODS — —
Sunflower Oil 84 mg *
Spirulina 70 mg *
Black Currant Seed 50 mg *
Rice Bran 50 mg *
Apple Pectin 20 mg *
HERBS — —
Korean Ginseng 50 mg *
In a high energy blend of Astragalus Root, Ligustrum Berry, Schisandra Fruit, Young Barley Leaf, Echinacea Root, Irish Moss and Thyme Leaf. — —
Bioavailability Good

Absorption Rating

  • Potassium Good
  • Vitamin A Good
  • Calcium Good
  • Vitamin D Good
  • Thiamin Good
  • Niacin Good
  • Vitamin B6 Fair
  • Folic Acid Fair
  • Biotin Good
  • Phosphorus Good
  • Magnesium Good
  • Selenium Good
  • Chromium Fair
  • NUTRIENTS Poor
  • Citrus Bioflavonoids Fair
  • Inositol Good
  • Quercetin (Sophora japonica) Fair
  • Rutin (Sophora japonica) Fair
  • Choline (bitartrate) Poor
  • PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) Good
  • Hesperidin (citrus) Good
  • Octacosanol (wheat free) Fair
  • ENZYMES Fair
  • Cellulase (Trichoderma longibrchiatum fermentation) (480 CU units) Fair
  • Bromelain (pineapple) (24 GDU [gelatin digesting units]) Good
  • Papain (papaya) Fair
  • Betaine HCl (beet molasses) Fair
  • Amylase (Aspergillus oryzae fermentation) (150 units) Good
  • Lipase (Rhizopus oryzae fermentation) (25 units) Good
  • Sunflower Oil Fair
  • Spirulina Good
  • Black Currant Seed Fair
  • Rice Bran Fair
  • Apple Pectin Fair
  • HERBS Fair
  • Korean Ginseng Good
  • In a high energy blend of Astragalus Root, Ligustrum Berry, Schisandra Fruit, Young Barley Leaf, Echinacea Root, Irish Moss and Thyme Leaf. Poor
Other Ingredients Excellent

Fillers & Additives

  • Energy protein cpmplex (Non-GMO) (rice protein, pea protein, and soy [isolated soy protein and fermented soy])
  • Maltodextrin
  • Di-Calcium Phosphate
  • Natural Flavors
  • Vanilla
  • Non-GMO Xanthan Gum
  • Potassium Citrate
  • Microcrystalline Cellulose
  • Guar Gum
  • Psyllium
  • Magnesium Oxide
  • Cellulase
  • Sunflower Oil
  • Spirulina
  • Vitamin C
  • Citrus Bioflavonoids
  • Vitamin E Acetate
  • Rice Bran
  • Korean ginseng
  • Choline Bitartrate
  • Inositol
  • Bromelain
  • Quercetin
  • Papain
  • Biotin
  • Rutin
  • Betaine HCl
  • Black currant seed
  • Apple Pectin
  • Vitamin A Palmitate
  • Niacinamide
  • Zinc Oxide
  • Manganese Sulfate
  • Para-aminobenzoic acid
  • Ferrous Fumarate Low
  • Calcium Pantothenate
  • Hesperidin
  • Ligustrum
  • Thyme
  • Echinacea
  • Astragalus
  • Schisandra
  • Irish moss
  • Lecithin
  • Lipase
  • Amylase
  • Chlorophyll
  • Pyridoxine HCl
  • Riboflavin
  • Thiamine HCl
  • Vitamin B-12
  • Vitamin D
  • Folate
  • Octocosanal
  • Potassium Iodide
  • Kelp
  • Chromium Chloride
  • Sodium Selenite
  • Sodium Molybdate
Efficacy Very Poor

Dosage Analysis

  • Potassium 110 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin A 5000 IU Under-dosed
  • Calcium 300 mg Under-dosed
  • Vitamin D 400 IU Under-dosed
  • Thiamin 1.5 mg Effective
  • Niacin 20 mg Effective
  • Vitamin B6 2 mg Effective
  • Folic Acid 400 mcg Effective
  • Biotin 300 mcg Effective
  • Phosphorus 200 mg Under-dosed
  • Magnesium 80 mg Under-dosed
  • Selenium 21 mcg Under-dosed
  • Chromium 18 mcg Under-dosed
  • Citrus Bioflavonoids 60 mg Under-dosed
  • Inositol 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Quercetin (Sophora japonica) 30 mg Under-dosed
  • Rutin (Sophora japonica) 25 mg Under-dosed
  • Choline (bitartrate) 21 mg Under-dosed
  • PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) 15 mg Under-dosed
  • Hesperidin (citrus) 10 mg Under-dosed
  • Bromelain (pineapple) (24 GDU [gelatin digesting units]) 40 mg Under-dosed
  • Betaine HCl (beet molasses) 25 mg Under-dosed
  • Spirulina 70 mg Under-dosed
  • Black Currant Seed 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Rice Bran 50 mg Under-dosed
  • Apple Pectin 20 mg Under-dosed
  • Korean Ginseng 50 mg Under-dosed

Supplement Facts

Ingredient Amount % Daily Value
Calories 70
Calories from Fat 0
Total Fat 0 g 0%
Saturated Fat 0 g 0%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Sodium 110 mg 5%
Potassium 110 mg 3%
Total Carbohydrate 2 g 1%
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0%
Sugars 0 g
Other Carbohydrate 2 g
Protein 16 g 32%
Vitamin A 5000 IU 100%
Calcium 300 mg 30%
Vitamin D 400 IU 100%
Thiamin 1.5 mg 100%
Niacin 20 mg 100%
Vitamin B6 2 mg 100%
Folic Acid 400 mcg 100%
Biotin 300 mcg 100%
Phosphorus 200 mg 20%
Magnesium 80 mg 20%
Selenium 21 mcg 30%
Chromium 18 mcg 15%
Each Serving OfEnergy The Universal Protein ShakeAlso Contains:
NUTRIENTS
Citrus Bioflavonoids 60 mg *
Inositol 50 mg *
Quercetin (Sophora japonica) 30 mg *
Rutin (Sophora japonica) 25 mg *
Choline (bitartrate) 21 mg *
PABA (para-aminobenzoic acid) 15 mg *
Hesperidin (citrus) 10 mg *
Octacosanol (wheat free) 200 mcg *
ENZYMES
Cellulase (Trichoderma longibrchiatum fermentation) (480 CU units) 96 mg *
Bromelain (pineapple) (24 GDU [gelatin digesting units]) 40 mg *
Papain (papaya) 30 mg *
Betaine HCl (beet molasses) 25 mg *
Amylase (Aspergillus oryzae fermentation) (150 units) 5 mg *
Lipase (Rhizopus oryzae fermentation) (25 units) 5 mg *
WHOLE FOODS
Sunflower Oil 84 mg *
Spirulina 70 mg *
Black Currant Seed 50 mg *
Rice Bran 50 mg *
Apple Pectin 20 mg *
HERBS
Korean Ginseng 50 mg *
In a high energy blend of Astragalus Root, Ligustrum Berry, Schisandra Fruit, Young Barley Leaf, Echinacea Root, Irish Moss and Thyme Leaf.

Other Ingredients

Inactive ingredients used in manufacturing. All rated for safety.

Energy protein cpmplex (Non-GMO) (rice protein, pea protein, and soy [isolated soy protein and fermented soy]) Unknown
Maltodextrin Generally_safe

Helps carry and stabilize active ingredients. Provides bulk.

Di-Calcium Phosphate Generally_safe

It is used as a filler or source of calcium and phosphorus.

Natural Flavors Safe

Improves taste of chewable, gummy, or liquid supplements.

Vanilla Unknown
Non-GMO Xanthan Gum Generally_safe

It is added to improve the texture and consistency of the supplement.

Potassium Citrate Safe

It is used as a mineral supplement and buffer.

Microcrystalline Cellulose Safe

Adds bulk to small-dose supplements to make tablets/capsules a manageable size.

Guar Gum Safe

Thickens and provides fiber in supplement formulations.

Psyllium Generally_safe

It is added as a source of fiber to promote digestive health.

Magnesium Oxide Generally_safe

It is used to provide magnesium, an essential mineral.

Cellulase Safe

It is used to aid in the digestion of plant-based ingredients.

Sunflower Oil Safe

Helps dissolve and absorb fat-soluble vitamins.

Spirulina Generally_safe

It is used to impart a blue or green color.

Vitamin C Safe

It is added as a source of vitamin C.

Citrus Bioflavonoids Generally_safe

They are included for their antioxidant properties and potential health benefits.

Vitamin E Acetate Generally_safe

It is used as a source of vitamin E.

Rice Bran Safe

Natural filler and source of fiber.

Korean ginseng Unknown
Choline Bitartrate Generally_safe

It is used to supplement choline intake.

Inositol Safe

It is used for its potential benefits related to cell signaling and mental health.

Bromelain Generally_safe
Quercetin Safe

It is used for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Papain Generally_safe
Biotin Safe

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

Rutin Generally_safe

It is used for its potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Betaine HCl Unknown
Black currant seed Unknown
Apple Pectin Safe

It is used as a thickening agent or gelling agent.

Vitamin A Palmitate Generally_safe

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

Niacinamide Safe

It is included for its potential health benefits.

Zinc Oxide Generally_safe

It is used as a source of zinc.

Manganese Sulfate Generally_safe

It provides a source of manganese.

Para-aminobenzoic acid Unknown
Ferrous Fumarate Caution

It is used to supplement iron intake.

Calcium Pantothenate Safe

It provides a source of vitamin B5.

Hesperidin Generally_safe

It is used for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Ligustrum Unknown
Thyme Unknown
Echinacea Unknown
Astragalus Unknown
Schisandra Unknown
Irish moss Unknown
Lecithin Safe

It is used as an emulsifier to help mix oil and water-based ingredients.

Lipase Generally_safe

It is included to aid in the digestion of fats.

Amylase Unknown
Chlorophyll Safe

It is used as a natural colorant.

Pyridoxine HCl Generally_safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B6.

Riboflavin Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B2.

Thiamine HCl Safe

It is used as a source of vitamin B1.

Vitamin B-12 Unknown
Vitamin D Safe
Folate Unknown
Octocosanal Unknown
Potassium Iodide Generally_safe

It provides iodine, an essential mineral.

Kelp Generally_safe

It is included as a source of iodine.

Chromium Chloride Generally_safe

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

Sodium Selenite Generally_safe

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

Sodium Molybdate Generally_safe

It is used to supplement molybdenum intake.

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Brand Trust Report
NaturesPlus

Founded 1972 · Melville, New York, United States · 420 products · naturesplus.com

Transparency

3 claims
Third Party Testing Claim — Claimed
In House Testing — Claimed

Violation History

1 incident
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is NaturesPlus The Original High Protein Energy Shake, 1.7 lbs a good supplement?

NaturesPlus The Original High Protein Energy Shake, 1.7 lbs received a product quality score of 67/100 in GoodSupp's independent analysis, suggesting some areas that could be improved. The product contains 51 active ingredients with 28 servings per container. Of the 59 inactive ingredients, 19 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 The Original High Protein Energy Shake, 1.7 lbs?

NaturesPlus The Original High Protein Energy Shake, 1.7 lbs contains 51 active ingredients: Calories (70), Calories from Fat (0), Total Fat (0 g), Saturated Fat (0 g), Trans Fat (0 g), Cholesterol (0 mg), and 45 more. Each ingredient's dosage, form, and safety rating is analyzed independently in GoodSupp's full product breakdown.

Is NaturesPlus The Original High Protein Energy Shake, 1.7 lbs safe to take?

NaturesPlus The Original High Protein Energy Shake, 1.7 lbs has been analyzed for ingredient safety across all its components. Of 59 inactive ingredients, 19 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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