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Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour
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This protein supplement is formulated for adults and provides a high concentration of protein from a blend of whey isolates, concentrates, and hydrolysates. The primary concern for some users will be the presence of artificial sweeteners like sucralose (INS 955), which is an intense sweetener. While generally recognized as safe for consumption, some individuals prefer to avoid artificial sweeteners. The product is otherwise free from major red-flag additives such as synthetic colors or flavor enhancers, and its emulsifiers and thickeners are common food-grade ingredients. It is suitable for healthy adults seeking a protein supplement, but those who prefer to avoid artificial sweeteners should consider alternatives.
At a glance
From the declared label — not a lab testFindings to weigh
What’s favorable
- Whey Protein Isolate
- Whey Protein Concentrate
- Hydrolyzed Whey Protein
- Carotenoids
Adult protein supplement with artificial sweetener and common food additives
This adult protein supplement delivers a high protein content from whey. It contains sucralose, an artificial sweetener, which some consumers may prefer to avoid. The product also includes common food additives like lecithin, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, and xanthan gum, which are generally considered safe for consumption. It is intended for adults and not suitable for children.
Declared allergens: Milk
Relevant if you have this allergy or intolerance.
Based on the declared ingredient list. This is a risk only to people with the allergy, not a general-population safety issue, so it does not lower the safety score.
Concern breakdown
Score out of 10 · higher = fewer concernsHow this product performs on each concern we check for supplement. This is a breakdown of the same evidence behind the score above — not a separate verdict.
Other audiences
AvoidThis is an adult sports-nutrition supplement, formulated for adults for exercise and training. It is not intended for infants or young children.
Why the score is capped
Contains an intense artificial sweetener (named by INS code). Sweeteners are judged by name, and a protein powder is not exempt
Rule S-CAP-01 · Source: Declared ingredient list; EFSA and JECFA acceptable-daily-intake reviews of the named sweetener
What's good
High protein content from a blend of whey sources
Contains natural carotenoids for colour and potential antioxidant benefits
Uses common and generally safe emulsifiers and thickeners
Watch out for
Contains artificial flavouring, which lacks specific compound disclosure
Contains sucralose, an artificial sweetener, which some consumers prefer to avoid
Decode Label Analysis
Contains sucralose (INS 955), an artificial sweetener. While approved for use, some individuals prefer to avoid artificial sweeteners.
Claim check
Front-of-pack marketing claims checked against this product's actual ingredients and nutrition. "Can't verify" means the label does not provide enough information to check the claim — it is not the same as the claim being false.
This claim refers to a limited availability period which cannot be verified from the provided label information.
This is a benefit claim that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
This is a benefit claim that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The label does not provide information on the BCAA content, so this claim cannot be verified.
This is a benefit claim that cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts.
This claim refers to a testing process that cannot be verified from the provided label information.
This is a regulatory designation that cannot be verified from the ingredient list or nutrition facts.
The suitability for 'healthy adults' is a general statement that cannot be verified from the provided label information.
The number of servings cannot be verified from the provided ingredient list or nutrition facts, as it depends on the total weight and serving size.
The ingredients list 'Artificial Flavour (Vanilla, Mango)', confirming the presence of mango flavour.
The ingredient list starts with 'Protein Blend (95%)' followed by 'Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Hydrolyzed Whey Protein', indicating that the protein content is entirely from whey.
The product contains 79g of protein per 100g, and with a serving size of 31g, this equates to approximately 24.49g of protein per serving, supporting the claim of 24g protein.
Read straight from the back-of-pack photo — quantities, sections and any disguised terms, so the small print can’t hide behind the marketing.
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Protein Blend 95%Protein Blend (95%)
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Whey Protein Isolate within Protein Blend
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Whey Protein Concentrate within Protein Blend
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Hydrolyzed Whey Protein within Protein Blend
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EmulsifierLecithin (INS 322(i))Emulsifier (INS 322i)
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ThickenersSodium carboxymethyl cellulose (INS 466), Xanthan gum (INS 415)Thickeners (INS 466, INS 415)
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Artificial Flavour undisclosed flavouringArtificial Flavour (Vanilla, Mango)
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Carotenoids
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Sodium Chloride
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SweetenerSucralose (INS 955)Sweetener (INS 955)
In label order — normally largest quantity first. Select a row for the full write-up and sources.
These are major food allergens named on the ingredient list. They are a risk only to people allergic to them — not a general-population safety issue — so they do not lower the safety score. Anyone with the allergy should avoid this product, and check the pack’s own allergen statement.
The label declares each of these as a blend and then lists what is in it. The components appear in the groups above on their own merits, so the blend itself is shown here rather than counted a second time.
✓ Decode Label Assessment: Favorable ⚠ Decode Label Assessment: Concern Decode Label Assessment: Neutral
Who should take caution
About this ingredient
No detailed safety data in our database yet for this ingredient.
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| Energy | 384 kcal |
| Protein | 79 g |
| Carbohydrate | 8 g |
| Total Sugars | 5 g |
| Added Sugars | 0 g |
| Total Fat | 4 g |
| Saturated Fat | 2 g |
| Trans Fat | 0 g |
| Sodium | 420 mg |
| Cholesterol | 89 mg |
Colour shows the per-100g level (green = low, amber = moderate, red = high), from the product's label.
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What are the ingredients in Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour?
The label of Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour lists 10 ingredients, in label order: Protein blend, Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Hydrolyzed Whey Protein, Emulsifier, Thickeners, Artificial Flavour, Carotenoids, Sodium Chloride, Sweetener. Flagged by the analysis: Sweetener.
Is Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour safe to eat?
Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour scores 6.0/10 on Decode Label (Moderate). This adult protein supplement delivers a high protein content from whey. It contains sucralose, an artificial sweetener, which some consumers may prefer to avoid. The product also includes common food additives like lecithin, sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, and xanthan gum, which are generally considered safe for consumption. It is intended for adults and not suitable for children.
Why does Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour score 6.0/10?
Flagged in the score: Contains sucralose, an artificial sweetener, which some consumers prefer to avoid. Also noted: Contains artificial flavouring, which lacks specific compound disclosure.
Who should avoid Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour?
The points the analysis notes are most relevant to: Avoiding artificial sweeteners (sucralose); Sensitive to specific thickeners (sodium carboxymethyl cellulose, xanthan gum); Milk allergy / lactose intolerance.
Does Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour contain allergens?
Yes — the ingredient list contains milk (Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate and Hydrolyzed Whey Protein). Check the allergen statement on the pack too if you have a diagnosed allergy.
Does Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour contain milk?
Yes — the ingredient list names Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate and Hydrolyzed Whey Protein. People with milk allergy / lactose intolerance should treat it as containing milk, and check the allergen statement on the pack too.
How much sugar is in Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour?
5 g of total sugar per 100 g. The label declares 0 g of that as added sugar per 100 g.
Are the claims on the Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour pack accurate?
Decode Label checked 12 claims against the ingredient list and nutrition panel. "LIMITED TIME EDITION" — can't be verified from the label. "FOR MUSCLE SUPPORT & RECOVERY" — can't be verified from the label. "HELPS BUILD AND MAINTAIN MUSCLE" — can't be verified from the label.
Is Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour vegetarian?
Gold Standard 100% Whey Alphonso Mango Flavour is marked vegetarian.
Answers are generated from this product's own Decode Label analysis — the score, the ingredient list and the label claims shown above. Always check the pack itself for allergen and dietary information.
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