Clean Protein Powders, The Ultimate Comparison

Clean Protein Powders, The Ultimate Comparison

Finding a truly clean protein powder can feel overwhelming. With countless brands marketing their products as “natural,” “organic,” or “clean,” it’s difficult to know which ones actually live up to the hype.

Many protein powders contain hidden additives, questionable sourcing practices, or undisclosed heavy metal contamination, making it essential to look beyond the marketing and dig into the details.

This guide will break down how to evaluate a clean protein powder—covering protein types, ingredient quality, third-party testing, and more—before diving into a detailed brand comparison to help you make the best choice.

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What To Look For In A Clean Protein Powder

Protein Source & Type

Before anything else, it’s important to understand where the protein is coming from and whether it aligns with your dietary needs and lifestyle. There are generally two types of protein categories: animal-based and plant-based.

Animal-Based Proteins:

  • Whey Protein – Sourced from dairy, whey is a complete protein with a strong amino acid profile for muscle repair. Look for grass-fed, non-GMO, and cold-processed options to avoid hormones, antibiotics, and denatured proteins.
  • Beef Protein – Usually made from hydrolyzed beef collagen or beef isolate. A good option for someone who needs dairy-free.
  • Collagen & Bone Broth Protein – Sourced from animal bones, collagen is not a complete protein but is beneficial for skin, joints, and gut health. 

Ideally, animal-based proteins should be grass-fed and pasture-raised with non-GMO certification. Cold-Processing (usually noted as "undenatured") preserves amino acid integrity and avoids high-heat denaturation. Denaturation happens when proteins are exposed to high heat, acids, or harsh processing. This doesn’t make them useless, but it can reduce their bioavailability and may damage some of the beneficial compounds. Undenatured protein is typically cold-processed or minimally processed to help preserve the full amino acid profile and nutrients. 

Plant-Based Proteins:

  • Pea Protein – One of the most popular vegan options, but sourcing is crucial as pea proteins often test high for heavy metals like lead and cadmium.
  • Rice Protein – Can complement pea protein for a complete amino acid profile, but rice is a crop that absorbs arsenic from the soil.
  • Hemp & Pumpkin Protein – More natural, minimally processed options, but often lower in total protein content per serving.

Ideally, plant-based proteins should be organic to minimize pesticide exposure, including glyphosate. However, it's important to note that organic certification does not guarantee a product is free from heavy metals. Many naturally occurring elements, including lead, can be present in the soil and absorbed by plants. To ensure safety, look for brands that conduct third-party testing and disclose their heavy metal contamination levels.

Hexane is often used in pea protein processing—opt for brands that confirm they don’t use solvents. If the brand is organic, then they cannot use hexane to extract the pea protein.

Other Ingredients

A clean protein powder should have a recognizable ingredient list made up of mostly whole food ingredients. Many brands sneak in artificial flavors, emulsifiers, gums, or sweeteners that can undermine the health benefits and destroy your gut.

Good Ingredients:

  • Organic or high-quality sources.
  • Natural, minimal sweeteners (monk fruit, coconut sugar, stevia leaf, honey, maple syrup).
  • Whole-food flavor additions (cacao, vanilla bean, dried strawberry).

Ingredients to Avoid:

  • Artificial Sweeteners and Certain Sugars – Sucralose, aspartame, and acesulfame potassium, maltodextrin, corn syrup solids. Better choice sweeteners would include: monk fruit, coconut sugar, stevia leaf, honey or maple syrup.
  • Artificial Flavors - A vague term that often hides dozens of undisclosed additives. Made in a lab. Protected by "trade secret" and not required to be disclosed by companies. 
  • Emulsifiers & Fillers – Carrageenan, xanthan gum, lecithins. Gums are omnipresent in our food system. It is best to avoid them because they can disrupt your gut. Your gut health plays a critical role in overall well-being, influencing everything from digestion and nutrient absorption to immune function and mental health (source) . Emerging research suggests that certain emulsifiers may alter gut bacteria and contribute to inflammation, which is why many prefer to limit or avoid them when possible (source).
  • Natural Flavors – A vague term that often hides dozens of undisclosed additives. Natural flavors are not that much different from artificial flavors. They are highly processed mixtures that can contain dozens of undisclosed components derived from both natural and synthetic sources. The FDA allows companies to keep these ingredients proprietary, meaning consumers don’t truly know what’s inside. Some natural flavors may contain solvent residues, preservatives, and hidden allergens. The only requirement is that the ingredient start from a natural source, but that doesn't mean it remains natural. Most natural flavors are not much different from artificial flavors.

Of the protein powders we looked at, time and time again the most concerning ingredient for most of these were the natural flavors. If the brand can fully disclose their natural flavor, you may decide to make an exception. However, I would urge you to press brands on why they cannot call their natural flavor an "organic natural flavor" which certifies that the flavor is extracted using more natural methods. 

Ingredient Sourcing

Many companies use buzzwords like "clean" or "natural" without backing it up with transparent sourcing information. Don't be afraid to "fact check" brands by pressing them for more information about their ingredient sourcing:

✅ Green flags we like to see:

  • Organic certification (if plant-based)
  • Grass-fed or pasture-raised (if whey or collagen-based)
  • Undenatured 
  • Non-GMO verification
  • Origin transparency
  • Explanation of how ingredients are made

One of the biggest gray areas in ingredient transparency is natural flavors. Brands often make various claims about their natural flavors, such as being "distilled vapors" or "free from chemical processing." While the composition of natural flavors can vary widely, we prefer to see brands that can at least confirm their natural flavors are organic. This provides a higher level of assurance regarding ingredient sourcing and processing. Read our article on organic natural flavors to learn why this distinction offers more transparency and certainty.

Heavy Metals and Third Party Testing

Many protein powders—especially plant-based ones—have been found to contain lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury due to soil contamination. Unfortunately, the only way to know the heavy metal status of your protein powder is to look for third party certifications. 

  • Third-Party Testing: Check for brands that provide lab results for heavy metals.
  • Certifications: NSF Certified for Sport, Informed Choice, Clean Label Project, GMP are good signs of quality control.
  • Consumer Reports & Lab Tests: Some independent tests (like those from the Clean Label Project) have exposed high contamination in certain brands.

It's important to note here that even if the brand provides third-party testing for heavy metals, it does not mean it is heavy-metal-free. Heavy metals will still be present. The peace of mind that this provides is that the levels are being monitored and controlled as to not exceed a certain threshold. In addition, brands set their own standards for "acceptable levels" so it's best to ask for their COA so you can decide if the levels meet your standards.

Should you be afraid of heavy metals?

This is a topic that understandably makes a lot of people uneasy. The truth is, elements like lead, cadmium, arsenic, and mercury naturally exist in our environment, and no matter how cleanly we live, we can’t avoid them entirely. Whole food-based products like greens, root vegetables, and even protein powders may contain trace amounts, simply because they’re grown in soil. That doesn’t make them unsafe—it just means we need to stay aware and informed.

The most concerning sources of heavy metal exposure tend to come from older homes with lead paint or pipes, industrial pollution, contaminated water, and imported cosmetics or cookware with lax safety standards.

If you’re truly concerned, the most grounded thing you can do is get a simple blood test to check your lead levels and talk with your provider. My goal isn’t to instill fear—it’s to empower. Avoiding Earth-grown foods because they contain trace minerals is like refusing to breathe air because it might not be 100% pure. Awareness is key, but fear doesn’t have to be your guide. 

For the brands that provided their heavy metal test results, I converted them to ppb to make it easy to compare among the choices on this list. Some definitely tested better than others, but it's never zero!

Do I Need A Complete Protein?

It depends. I have to thank my fitness friends for putting me on to this detail. Some of you might be hearing this term for the first time. A complete protein contains all nine essential amino acids in sufficient amounts to support bodily functions. These essential amino acids are called "essential" because our bodies cannot produce them—we must obtain them from food.

The Nine Essential Amino Acids & Their Roles:

  1. Histidine – Supports growth, tissue repair, and the production of histamine.
  2. Isoleucine – Helps with muscle metabolism, immune function, and energy regulation.
  3. Leucine – Essential for muscle repair and growth (one of the most critical for athletes).
  4. Lysine – Important for calcium absorption, immune function, and collagen formation.
  5. Methionine – A precursor for antioxidants like glutathione; supports hair, skin, and nails.
  6. Phenylalanine – Needed for dopamine and neurotransmitter production.
  7. Threonine – Plays a role in gut health and immune system function.
  8. Tryptophan – Required for serotonin production (mood regulation) and sleep cycles.
  9. Valine – Supports muscle growth and tissue repair.

You may be wondering if you need your protein powder to contain complete proteins? This all depends on your individual dietary needs and goals. You may need a complete protein if:

  • You’re an athlete or highly active: Muscle recovery and repair depend on all essential amino acids. BCAA supplements can also assist with this.
  • You’re using protein powder as a meal replacement: If your shake is acting as a primary source of protein for the day, a complete protein ensures your body isn’t missing out on key amino acids.
  • You’re recovering from an injury or surgery: Tissue repair is highly dependent on amino acids, so having a complete protein source can speed up recovery.
  • You struggle with nutrient deficiencies: If you have dietary restrictions, food allergies, or difficulty digesting certain proteins, a complete protein ensures you’re not unintentionally missing out on essential amino acids.

Comparing 24+ Marketed "Clean" Protein Powders

It can feel quite impossible to find the "perfect" protein. This is part of why we still have not yet stocked a protein powder in our shop. Here, we have taken some of the most popular marketed clean protein powders and compared them side-by-side to help you find what works best for you.

We say "marketed clean" because not all of these protein powders are without controversy. I wanted to include all of the popular brands out there to save you from the "What about ____?" question. We highlighted if it contains any ingredients of concern so you can decide if it's clean enough for you!

Disclaimer: Ingredient lists do change so please double-check labels before purchasing. These lists were collected in Spring 2025.

We have a reference chart at the end of this section, but you will learn more reading about each protein powder here: 

Ancient Nutrition

This brand carries multiple protein options including collagen protein, bone broth protein, plant protein, and your typical whey protein. We will look at their whey and plant protein below.

Ingredients (Whey)Grass fed whey protein concentrate, peanut flour, organic regenerative A2/A2 nonfat milk protein concentrate, eggshell membrane collagen
Chocolate Peanut Butter also contains: dutch cocoa powder, natural flavors, sea salt, luo han guo extract, stevia leaf extract, sunflower lecithin
Vanilla also contains: natural vanilla flavor with other natural flavor, luo han guo extract, sunflower lecithin
Specs: $44 for 20 servings, 23 g per serving

Pros:

  • Complete protein.
  • Grass fed and pasture-raised cows.
  • Regenerative A2 milk, which is considered to be more easily digestible.
  • They third party test, but they won't share their COA with you. However, they state that they abide by California Prop 65, which would mean their heavy metal levels are below these amounts: Arsenic < 337 ppb, Cadmium < 139 ppb, Lead < 17 ppb, Mercury < 68 ppb.

Cons:

  • They are using natural flavors.
  • Sunflower lecithin can be gut disruptor, if consumed in repeated and/or high amounts. We typically recommend to avoid, but consider your overall sunflower lecithin or gums exposure.

 

Ingredients (Plant-based): Organic Protein Blend: Organic Pumpkin Seed Protein, Organic Flaxseed Meal, Organic Hemp (seed) Protein, Organic Chia (seed) Protein, Organic Sunflower (seed) Protein, Organic Watermelon (seed) Protein, Organic Plukenetia volubilis (Sacha Inchi) (seed) Protein, Organic Flavor Blend: Organic Chocolate Flavor With Other Natural Flavor, Organic Cocoa Processed with Alkali, Organic Coconut Milk, Organic Vanilla Flavor With Other Natural Flavor, Organic Guar Gum, Organic Luo Han Guo Fruit Extract, Organic Adaptogenic Herbal and Mushroom Blend: Organic Coconut MCT, Organic Ashwagandha (root) Extract, Organic Avocado, Organic Reishi Mycelium, Organic Fermented Holy Basil (leaf) Extract, Organic Cordyceps Mycelium, Organic Fermented Eleuthero Siberian Ginseng (root), Organic Fermented Rhodiola (root), Organic Fermented Schisandra Berry, Organic Apple Cider Vinegar.
Specs: $36-38, 12 servings, 15 g per serving

Pros:

  • USDA Organic.
  • Complete protein.
  • They third party test, but they won't share their COA with you. However, they state that they abide by California Prop 65, which would mean their heavy metal levels are below these amounts: Arsenic < 337 ppb, Cadmium < 139 ppb, Lead < 17 ppb, Mercury < 68 ppb.

Cons:

  • Low protein content for a protein powder. 15 g.
  • High cost per serving for such a low protein content.
  • They are using a combination of both organic natural flavors and natural flavors. This tells you that some of the flavors they used did not qualify to be labeled as organic and were likely extracted or processed with solvents or other problematic ingredients. 

Be Well By Kelly

Ingredients: Beef protein isolate, organic cacao, organic monk fruit extract (they also have Vanilla and Chai flavored versions with no concerning ingredients)
Specs: $54-$60, 30 servings, 24 g per serving

Pros:

  • 100% Grass Fed and Finished Swedish Beef
  • Complete Protein
  • High protein content
  • Undenatured
  • Purity Tested (but not published on website), cGMP Certified (this just means good manufacturing processes).
  • Third party-tested for heavy metals by Micro Quality Labs, Inc.  While they did not share the COA directly, in their email they noted that their latest COA concluded all heavy metals were present under 95 ppb. In addition, they added that since they only work with GMP-certified manufacturers, all levels must be present below these numbers: Arsenic 10,000 ppb, Cadmium 3,000 ppb, Mercury 1,000 ppb, Lead 10,000 ppb (However, these numbers aren't really impressive AT ALL).
  • No Natural Flavors!

Cons:

  • A bit pricey.
  • I was not super impressed with the heavy metals transparency. 

Equip Prime Protein

Ingredients: Grass fed beef protein, cocoa powder, stevia extract (we only recommend the Chocolate or Unflavored)
Specs: $54 - $68, 30 servings, 21 g per serving

Pros:

  • Grass fed beef protein
  • Simple ingredients
  • Undenatured

Cons:

  • Caution as most of their flavors use Natural Flavors. Only the Chocolate and Unflavored contain no natural flavors.
  • A bit pricey.
  • They perform heavy metal and contaminant testing, but don't publish their results. If you e-mail them, they will give you a redacted COA (Certificate of Analysis). It took over 12 e-mails to get information from them which was a bit frustrating. Test showed negative for lead and cadmium, but Arsenic and Mercury were about 1000+ppb (or 1+ppm), which is pretty high. 

FlavCity

Ingredients: Whey Protein Concentrate (grass-fed, undenatured), Organic Banana Powder, Organic Cocoa, Collagen (grass-fed), Organic Coconut Milk Powder, Organic Pea Protein, Unrefined Sea Salt, Organic Cordyceps Powder, Organic Reishi Powder, Organic Stevia Leaf Extract, Organic Monk Fruit Extract (this is for the Chocolate Flavor - brand has many other flavors, we didn't see any concerning flavoring ingredients)
Specs: $54-60, 20 servings, 25 g protein, 10 g collagen

Pros:

  • Undenatured whey.
  • High protein content.
  • Organic ingredients.
  • Also a good source of collagen (contains 10-11g of Grass-fed Bovine Collagen per scoop).
  • They do perform third party testing for heavy metals, forever chemicals, fluoride, and more. If you email them, they will gladly send you the test results. The results we reviewed had the following levels: Arsenic <1 ppb, Cadmium 173 ppb, Mercury 2 ppb, Lead 22 ppb. Among the other options on this list, they were among the lowest.

Cons

  • A bit pricey, however, a good consideration is that this also includes collagen. So if you are taking collagen and protein separately anyway, combining them might offer some savings. 
  • Some of the flavors include both animal and plant-based protein, which some might prefer not to mix (just a personal preference--some people don't like pea protein).

Four Sigmatic

Ingredients: Organic Plant-Based Protein Blend, Organic Lion’s Mane Fruiting Body Extract, Organic Reishi Fruiting Body Extract, Organic Cordyceps Fruiting Body Extract, Organic Chaga Extract, Organic Turkey Tail Fruiting Body Extract, Organic Ashwagandha Extract, Organic Eleuthero Extract, Real Organic Vanilla. (this is the list for the Vanilla flavor; they have other flavors and we did not see any concerning ingredients in the other flavors)
Specs: $35, 15 servings, 18-20 g protein

Pros:

  • USDA Organic.
  • Plant-based makes it a good option for vegetarians. 
  • Other than the protein, it also contains a mushroom and greens blend, as well as probiotics for the gut.
  • No Natural Flavors!
  • All flavors (Chocolate, Vanilla, Peanut Butter and Unflavored) are using disclosed, organic ingredients.
  • They do perform third-party testing, and they will email you their COA if you ask them. However, they don't provide the exact levels, and instead their report simply states "pass" or "fail" for each heavy metal. Their "pass" requirements are: Arsenic - less than 5,000 ppb, Cadmium - less than 500 ppb, Lead - less than 500 ppb, and Mercury - less than 100 ppb. These levels are NOT impressive. It doesn't mean their products tested this high, but only that they tested under these limits.

Cons:

  • Lower protein content than other options.
  • Heavy metal results were not impressive at all.

Garden of Life

Ingredients (Plant-based):  Organic Pea Protein, Organic Sprouted Brown Rice Protein, Organic Amaranth Sprout, Organic Buckwheat Sprout, Organic Millet Sprout, Organic Cracked Wall Chlorella, Organic Quinoa Sprout, Organic Chia Seed Sprout, Organic Garbanzo Bean Sprout, Organic Lentil Sprout, Organic Aduki Bean Sprout, Organic Flax Seed Sprout, Organic Sunflower Seed Sprout, Organic Pumpkin Seed Sprout, Organic Sesame Seed Sprout. Organic Flavor Blend: Organic Vanilla Flavor With Other Natural Flavors, Organic Erythritol, Organic Guar Gum, Organic Stevia Leaf Extract, Sea Salt. Raw Probiotic & Enzyme Blend: Lipase, Protease, Aspergillopepsin, Beta-Glucanase, Cellulase, Bromelain, Phytase, Lactase, Papain, Peptidase, Pectinase, Hemicellulase, Xylanase, Bacillus subtilis DE111
Specs: $23.99, 18 servings, 22 g per serving

Pros:

  • USDA Organic.
  • Among the higher protein content for plant-based options.
  • Complete Protein.
  • Contains amino acids and added probiotics. 

Cons:

  • They are using gums and Erythritol (a natural sweetener), but both are organic which rules out GMO sources. These ingredients could still disrupt your gut, especially if you are sensitive. Recent studies have shown there may be a link between Erythritol and increased cardiovascular events.
  • In addition to organic flavor, they are still using natural flavors in their flavored options. They do have an unflavored option though.
  • This brand is now owned by Nestle. You can review all the small brands that have been sold to large corporations here.


Ingredients (Whey): Organic Whey Protein Concentrate, Organic Tapioca Fiber (IMO), Organic Vanilla Flavor, Organic Gum Acacia, Organic Erythritol, Sea Salt, Organic Stevia Extract (leaf), Bifidobacterium lactis Bl-04 (2 Billion CFU at time of expiration).
Specs: $41.95, 12 servings, 21 g per serving

Pros:

  • They list ingredients as organic, but they are not certified organic. They are non-GMO verified though.
  • Complete Protein.
  • Contains amino acids and added probiotics. 

Cons:

  • Small amount of servings per container. Expensive.
  • They are using gums and Erythritol (a natural sweetener), but both are organic which rules out GMO sources. These ingredients could still disrupt your gut, especially if you are sensitive. Recent studies have shown there may be a link between Erythritol and increased cardiovascular events.
  • This brand is now owned by Nestle. You can review all the small brands that have been sold to large corporations here.

Hearthy Foods

Ingredients (Grass-fed Collagen): Hydrolyzed collagen peptides. (from Beef)
Specs: $24.29-$27, 28 servings, 18 g per serving

Pros:

  • Great price.
  • Super simple grass-fed ingredients.
  • Flavorless, perfect for adding into all sorts of recipes.
  • Contains types I & III Collagen.
  • Small business.
  • Halal certified.
  • They do perform third-party testing, but it was unclear how often they do. They provided a COA with a 2023 inspection date, and a 2026 expiration date. In addition, it did not list all 4 heavy metals and instead had a grouped category for all heavy metals (first time we have seen this). The results were as follows: "Heavy Metals" 60 ppb, Arsenic 20 ppb, Chromium 1850 ppb.

Cons:

  • Does contain some amino acids, but is not a complete protein. 
  • We were not impressed with their third-party testing. We don't believe it is thorough enough. We would have liked to see results for Lead and Mercury.

Just Ingredients

Ingredients (Vanilla Flavor):  100% Grass-Fed Non-Denatured Whey Protein, Coconut Milk, Pea Protein, Grass-Fed Collagen, Chia Seed Protein*, Vanilla Extract*, Cinnamon*, Sea Salt, Stevia Leaf*, Vanilla Bean, Monk Fruit*
Specs: $38.90, 15 servings, 22 g per serving

Pros:

  • 100% grass fed and undenatured whey from New Zealand.
  • Multiple sources of protein for those looking for that (kind of a neutral point though): whey, pea, collagen, chia.
  • Simple ingredients. No Natural Flavors used in any of their flavors!
  • Family-owned business.
  • Third party tested. If you message them on chat on their website, they will gladly send you their test results. The results (Vanilla flavor) they sent me tested as follows: Arsenic 8 ppb, Lead 10 ppb, Cadmium 10 ppb, Mercury 3 ppb. These are among the best results I have seen.
    • Please note: this brand is under investigation for passing California Prop65 levels in select products. The Vanilla flavor is not under investigation and would still be a solid choice. However, some of their other flavors are. You can click here to see the latest on which products may be affected. It is very common for heavy metal levels to vary between flavors because some ingredients are just more prone to heavy metal contamination from the way they are grown.

Cons:

  • None.

Lineage Provisions

Ingredients: (Chocolate) Grass-fed beef protein, Grass-fed beef organs (heart, liver, kidney, spleen, pancreas), Grass-fed colostrum, Organic fruit and berry blend, Organic maple syrup and date, Coconut water & coconut sugar, Organic alkalized cocoa, Sea salt
Specs: $74-79, 30 servings, 22 g per serving
Note: It is, on average, $6-8 more expensive on Amazon. Best price is to purchase direct.

Pros

  • No natural flavors.
  • Doubles as a Beef Organ supplement too.
  • Third party testing and if you e-mail them, they will provide it, but their customer service made a few mistakes in sending me the COAs, such as sending me different testing or different flavors than the ones I requested. In the end they did send the COAs, but it took a few emails which can be confusing for consumers.
    • Unflavored: Arsenic 303 ppb, Cadmium 86 ppb, Lead not detected, Mercury not detected.
    • Chocolate: Arsenic 18 ppb, Cadmium 79 ppb, Lead 15 ppb, Mercury < 1 ppb.

Cons

  • Among the most expensive on this list. Purchase direct for best price.
  • Contains 14 grams of added sugar.

KOS

Ingredients (Plant-based Chocolate Peanut Butter): Pea Protein*, Flax Seed*, Quinoa*, Pumpkin Seed Protein*, Chia Seed*, Peanut Flour*, Organic Superfoods Blend Coconut Milk*, Inulin*, Acacia Gum*, Apple*, Carrot*, Cranberry*, Orange Juice*, Broccoli*, Shiitake Mushroom Extract*, Tomato*, Alkalized Cocoa*, Coconut Sugar*, Sea Salt, Stevia Leaf Extract*, Natural Flavor, Monk Fruit Extract*, Vitamins and Minerals Blend DL-Alpha Tocopherol, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Potassium Iodide, Zinc Oxide, Selenium Amino Acid Chelate, Molybdenum Amino Acid Chelate, Niacinamide, Copper Oxide, Riboflavin, Cyanocobalamin, Chromium Picolinate, Folic Acid, Digestive Enzyme Blend (Proteases, Amylase, Cellulase, Lactase, Lipase). Contains Peanuts and Tree Nuts (Coconut).
Specs: $35.99, 15 servings, 20 g per serving

Pros:

  • USDA Organic.
  • Added superfoods blend. I'm not usually impressed by greens or these blends--these are still highly processed ingredients, but nice to see they come from whole foods.

Cons:

  • This brand used Natural Flavors.
  • Few servings per package. Some of their flavors only have 10 servings!

Naked

Ingredients (Whey): Whey Protein Concentrate

Specs: $94.99, 76 servings, 25 g per serving

Pros:

  • Undenatured.
  • Only 1 ingredient. Doesn't get simpler than that.
  • They do have some flavored options and all of them use whole food ingredients or organic natural flavor.
  • Complete protein.
  • Grass-fed. Non-GMO.
  • Third Party Tested for impurities and heavy metals. They do not publish the results online, but if you email them, they will send it to you (redacted). Arsenic came in at 20 ppb, Cadmium 3 ppb, Lead 10 ppb, Mercury less than 10 ppb. These are among the lowest results I've seen. 
  • High protein content.
  • When you buy their huge 96 serving tub, it is a great value compared to similar products on the market.

Cons:

  • Nothing!


Ingredients (Pea): Yellow Pea Protein Isolate. Chocolate flavor also contains Organic Coconut Sugar and Organic Cacao Powder.
Specs: $55-$58, 76 servings, 27 grams per serving

Pros:

  • Impressive protein content for a plant-based protein.
  • No natural flavors! (except for their Vanilla flavor)
  • Third Party Tested for impurities and heavy metals.
  • Published their test results for their pea protein right on their website. Converting their mcg numbers based on a 30 gram serving, Arsenic came in at 10 ppb. Cadmium, Lead, and Mercury came in at 5 ppb. These are very low and impressive numbers.
  • The value on this is insane. Low cost per serving.

Cons:

  • I really wish their pea protein was certified organic, but it is not.

NorCal Organic

Ingredients (Whey): Organic Whey Protein Concentrate, Less than 1% Organic Sunflower Lecithin. Chocolate flavor also contains: Raw Organic Cacao, Organic Whole Leaf Stevia. Vanilla flavor also contains: Organic Single Origin Indonesian Vanilla Extract
Specs$54 - $64, 36 servings, 21 grams per serving

Pros:

  • Complete protein. Non-denatured whey.
  • Third party tested for heavy metals, along with nutritional testing for vitamins, minerals, and macronutrients. They shared they are "updating the way the results are shared on their website" and suggested checking again in May 2025 for the latest. In the meantime, they did share some sample test results: Arsenic < 10 ppb, Cadmium < 10 ppb, Lead < 5 ppb. Mercury was not listed. These are among the best results, but wish they would have tested mercury too. Also, results did not specify if it was for their plant or whey protein.
  • Organic milk of grass-fed Jersey cows that graze year-round on the pastures of Rumiano Family Farms in Northern California. 
  • Non-GMO.
  • No added flavors or sugars.

Cons:

  • Contains Sunflower Lecithin, which is a gum and could be disrupting to the gut. However, they do offer a "Classic" whey protein that does not contain the gums for those who may be concerned about their overall gum intake.

 

Ingredients (Pea): Organic Yellow Pea Protein Isolate.
Specs$33-$39, 35 servings, 22 grams per serving

Pros:

  • USDA Organic.
  • Made with organic yellow peas from Canadian farms.
  • Third party tested for heavy metals, along with nutritional testing for vitamins, minerals, and macronutrients. They shared they are "updating the way the results are shared on their website" and suggested checking again in May 2025 for the latest. In the meantime, they did share some sample test results: Arsenic < 10 ppb, Cadmium < 10 ppb, Lead < 5 ppb. Mercury was not listed. These are among the best results, but wish they would have tested mercury too. Also, results did not specify if it was for their plant or whey protein.
  • No added flavors or sugars.
  • Nice to see a vegan option without a long laundry list of ingredients and fillers.

Cons:

  • Pending true heavy metal results. See notes above on the Whey protein.

Ora Organic

Ingredients (Plant-based): Organic Pea Protein, Organic Coconut Milk, Organic Rice Protein, Organic Cranberry, Organic Sacha Inchi, Organic Amaranth, Organic Sprouted Quinoa, Organic Acai, Organic Acerola Extract, Organic Apple, Organic Blackberry, Organic Blueberry, Organic Broccoli, Organic Jerusalem Artichoke Inulin, Organic Kale, Organic Pomegranate, Organic Strawberry, Organic Turmeric. Ora Enzyme Blend (100 mg): Amylase, Neutral Protease, Lactase, Lipase, Cellulase. Note: Flavored options are using Natural Flavors.
Specs: $36-$40, 20 servings, 23 grams per serving

Pros:

  • USDA Organic.
  • High protein count, especially for a plant-based option.
  • Third party tested and "sample" results are published on their website here. See the list under "See our Test Results." See related "con" below.
  • Added superfood blend and digestive enzymes.

Cons:

  • Simple ingredients, but they are using Natural Flavors in their flavored option. To avoid the Natural Flavors, buy their unflavored version.
  • Although they test their protein powder for heavy metals, they report results with only a "pass or fail" designation in ppm (parts per million). When converted to parts per billion, these "pass" results are not really impressive. 1 ppm is the same as 1000 ppb which is pretty high. Unfortunately we don't know the actual test results since the exact number is not provided. They are simply stating they pass according to their ppm thresholds ranging from 100 ppb to 3000 ppb.

Paleo Valley Bone Broth

Ingredients: Organic coconut milk powder, organic cacao bean, organic chocolate flavor, organic luo han guo (monk fruit) fruit extract, himalayan pink salt CONTAINS: Tree Nut (Coconut)
Specs: $60-67, 28 servings, 13 grams per serving

Pros:

  • 100% Grass-fed.
  • All of their flavored options are using organic natural flavors. No gums. If you don't want any flavors, they do have an unflavored option.
  • I've tasted their chocolate version, and I do find it delicious.
  • Third-party testing by "multiple independent laboratories"
  • They will send you the COAs for their heavy metal testing if you ask them for it. Based on the report they sent me, here were the results for their chocolate bone broth: Lead 0.3 ppb, Arsenic 3.6 ppb, Cadmium 2.94 ppb, Mercury 0.15 ppb. These are impressively low results!

Cons:

  • A little pricey for the low protein content, but if you buy direct from their website, you sometimes get a better deal.
  • Not a complete protein. 
  • Low protein content. 

Perfect Supplements

Ingredients: Brazilian Pasture Raised Bovine Hydrolyzed Collagen (from cow hydes)
Specs: $42-$45, 60 servings, 10 grams per serving

Pros:

  • Grass Fed.
  • Among the better value priced options.
  • Contains Type I & Type III Collagen.
  • Gluten Free, Non-GMO, and certified Glyphosate-residue free.
  • Third party testing. If you e-mail them, they will provide you with their COAs. They sent their collagen and plant protein.
    • Collagen tested: Arsenic 32 ppb, Cadmium 34 ppb, Mercury 6 ppb, Lead 5 ppb. These are among the lower results I have seen.

Cons:

  • Not a complete protein.
  • Low protein content per serving, however if you double scoop you get to 20 grams per serving and you would still have 30 servings per container.

Primal Kitchen

Ingredients

Whey Protein Isolate, Coconut Milk Powder, Inulin, Natural Flavor, Guar Gum, Konjac Root Gum, Nonfat Dry Milk, Natural Vanilla Flavor, Steviol Glycosides, Buttermilk Solids, Milk Solids, Monk Fruit Extract Contains: Milk, Tree Nuts (Coconut)

Specs: $27-$28, 42 servings, 10 grams per serving

Pros:

  • Nothing spectacular to say about this one.

Cons:

  • Not organic.
  • Not grass fed.
  • Low protein content.
  • Contains Natural Flavor and gums (disrupt the gut). 
  • Steviol glycosides are the highly refined from stevia leaves. While stevia leaves are natural, steviol glycosides are extracted and processed with solvents or enzymatic processing. Not inherently toxic (depending on the solvents), but stevia leaves are usually the preferred form.
  • This brand is now owned by Kraft Heinz. You can review all the small brands that have been sold to large corporations here.

Pow

Ingredients: Pea Protein Powder, Sprouted Brown Rice Protein Powder, MCT Coconut Oil Powder (MCT Oil, Acacia Fiber)*, Tremella Mushroom Extract (>25% Beta Glucans)*, Tocos (Stabilized Rice Bran Solubles)*, Lucuma (Pouteria lucuma)*, Bamboo Extract (Bambuso Vulgaris)*, Nettle Leaf (Urtica dioica)*, Amla (Phyllanthus emblica)*, Hyaluronic Acid, Chicory Root Inulin*, Lactobacillus acidophilus & plantarum,  Bifidobacterium salivarius & breve & lactis (1 billion CFU / serving), Organic Raw Cacao*, Organic 100% Pure Monk Fruit Powder
Specs: $39-$49, 20 servings, 17 grams per serving

Pros:

  • Organic ingredients (but not certified organic - at least not yet; this is a small brand)
  • Added probiotics and adaptogens.
  • No natural flavors!
  • Simple ingredients (appears long because of the added adaptogens and probiotics). The actual protein powder part is just: Pea Protein Powder, Sprouted Brown Rice Protein Powder, Organic Raw Cacao*, and Organic 100% Pure Monk Fruit Powder.
  • Great option for vegans.
  • Small business!

Cons:

  • Not a complete protein.
  • This is a brand to keep an eye on. As they grow, perhaps we can see some USDA certifications and published third party testing. Potential!!

Promix

Ingredients: Grass-fed whey protein isolate, organic coconut sugar, sunflower lecithin.
Vanilla contains organic vanilla extractives. | Chocolate contains organic cocoa. | Unflavored contains only grass-fed whey protein isolate and sunflower lecithin.
Specs: $57 - 64, 30 servings, 30 g per serving.

Pros:

  • Grass fed.
  • Ingredients are fully disclosed.
  • Very high protein content. The highest on this list. Bang for your buck!
  • Undenatured.
  • They perform third party testing on every batch. You can enter your lot number here and look up the test results for the exact batch you have. However, they will not provide their results in advance if you ask them via email. I purchased one to get the lot number and these were the results. Lot # is 1230415 if you want to check for yourself. Results were impressive! Mercury <5 ppb, Cadmium <10 ppb, Lead <5 ppb, Arsenic <10 ppb.

Cons:

  • Sunflower lecithin can be gut disruptor, if consumed in repeated and/or high amounts. We typically recommend to avoid, but consider your overall sunflower lecithin or gums exposure. It's even in their unflavored version.

Puori

Ingredients: Pasture-raised whey protein concentrate, organic cocoa powder, organic coconut sugar, natural flavors. 
Specs: $62 - 69, 30 servings, 21 g per serving

Pros:

  • Pasture-raised, Grass-fed, Non-GMO.
  • Contains BCAAs.
  • Undenatured.
  • One of the very few Clean Label Project certified protein powders at this time (checks for 200 contaminants).
  • Each bag of Puori comes with a QR code to scan to view the results of their latest batches. I bought one for you guys, here are the results. Here were the results from one randomly selected COA: Mercury < 10 ppb, Cadmium < 137 ppb, Lead < 17 ppb, Arsenic < 333 ppb.

Cons:

  • They do use natural flavors, however, it's noteworthy to mention that the brand states they comply with European food legislation and don't chemically modify the structure of their natural flavor components which make up less than 0.2% of the final product.

Rise

Ingredients: Whey Protein Concentrate, Organic Cacao, Organic Coconut Milk Powder, Sunflower Lecithin, Sea Salt, Natural Flavors, Almond Butter, Organic Monk Fruit
Specs$30, 30 servings, 25 g per serving.

Pros:

  • Grass-fed and pasture-raised New Zealand cows.
  • Great pricing, can save even more if you join a subscription.
  • Undenatured whey (cold-processed)

Cons:

  • No third party testing (but see note below).
  • Natural Flavors are not fully disclosed. We did email the brand to ask for details, but they would not disclose any details and we were not satisfied with their response. Below is their statement.
  • Sunflower lecithin can be gut disruptor, if consumed in repeated and/or high amounts. We typically recommend to avoid, but consider your overall sunflower lecithin or gums exposure.

Company's statement on "natural flavors"

We use a proprietary formula so most of that we do not share to the public, but to give you a better idea of what's going on, all natural flavors are derived from organic ingredients and the flavor is extracted from those, i.e. raw vanilla or cinnamon.

When I asked why they couldn't just call it "organic natural flavor" if it truly is not made with any problematic solvents, they responded with the following:

You have valid points and is totally understandable to ask. Just like any proprietary blend or recipe, we do not disclose the process and details to the public. I can ask the team for more information, but at the moment, they are not disclosing the IP they have on the formulas. Thanks for understanding.

Company's statement on third party testing:

We do not send out for third party testing, but all of our raw ingredients have our safety certifications that allow us to sell in California and to our Olympic athletes we sponsors so the heavy metals have to be below their strict requirements. 

Sprout Living

Ingredients (Vanilla Lucuma Epic Protein):  Yellow Pea, Pumpkin Seed, Sunflower Seed, Sacha Inchi, Cranberry Seed), Vanilla Lucuma Blend: Lucuma Fruit, Ceylon Cinnamon, Baobab Fruit, Acerola, Vanilla Bean), Coconut Crystals, Heirloom Red Banana, Jerusalem Artichoke, Himalayan Pink Salt, Stevia Leaf

Please note: they have many different times of protein products. For the purposes of this list, I only looked at their "Epic Organic Plant Protein".

Specs: $30-33, 12 servings, 20 grams per serving

Pros:

  • USDA Organic.
  • Complete protein.
  • Third party tested by "two accredited testing labs: Exact Scientific Services and Certified Laboratories". However, they will not share any of their results externally.
  • Looking at their flavors, I did not see anything problematic. Flavor ingredients are fully disclosed. 

Cons:

  • Pricey for the low serving count.
  • They will not share their heavy metal testing results. If you email them, they will say no.

Transparent Labs

Ingredients: Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate (33.1g), Cocoa Powder (960mg), Natural Flavors (480mg), Salt (240mg), Stevia Extract (165mg), Sunflower Lecithin (99mg).
Specs: $54, 30 servings, 28 grams per serving

Pros:

  • High protein content.
  • Grass-fed Whey. Non-GMO. Gluten-free.
  • Cold-processing, undenatured.
  • Third party tested. Results published on their website. According to the latest results published on their website, they tested under 5.71 ppb for Lead, Arsenic, Mercury and Cadmium. Results were given in "less than" figures rather than exact measurements. Still, these are impressive results and among the better ones we've seen. I'd feel more confident if they shared exact testing numbers. Honestly, these results feel "too good to be true".

Cons:

  • Unfortunately they use undisclosed Natural Flavors (not Organic).
  • Sunflower lecithin can be gut disruptor, if consumed in repeated and/or high amounts. We typically recommend to avoid, but consider your overall sunflower lecithin or gums exposure.

Truvani

Ingredients: Organic Pea Protein, Organic Alkalized Cocoa, Organic Vanilla Powder, Organic Pumpkin Seed, Organic Monk Fruit Extract, Organic Chia Seed Protein. (Chocolate flavor)

Organic Pea Protein, Organic Strawberry Extract, Organic Vanilla Powder, Organic Strawberry Juice Powder, Organic MCT Oil Powder, Organic Pumpkin Seed, Organic Monk Fruit Extract, Organic Chia Seed Protein (Strawberry flavor)

Specs: $45-$50, 20 servings, 20 grams per serving

Pros:

  • USDA Organic.
  • Simple ingredients.
  • Many flavors to choose from without resorting to Natural Flavors! Impressive! 
  • This brand does third party test for heavy metals, but they don't share their COAs. You can read their public explanation as to why they don't share it here.

Cons:

  • I wish they shared their third party test results.

Vital Proteins

Ingredients: Milk protein isolate, collagen peptides (from bovine), tapioca dextrose (D-Glucose), cocoa powder, natural flavors, sea salt, MCT oil (MCT oil, acacia fiber), sunflower lecithin, stevia leaf Reb M, monk fruit extract.
Specs: $30, 21 servings, 25 grams per serving

Pros:

  • Also contains 10g of Collagen, sourced from grass-fed, pasture-raised bovine hide.
  • NSF Certified for Sport®, meaning its contents actually reflect what’s printed on the label and there are no unsafe levels of contaminants.

Cons:

  • No mention of organic or grass-fed.
  • Wouldn't answer me directly on whether their product was undenatured. Instead they said they used "minimal heat treatment". A true undenatured product would use cold-processing.
  • Unfortunately they use undisclosed Natural Flavors (not Organic).
  • Sunflower lecithin can be gut disruptor, if consumed in repeated and/or high amounts. We typically recommend to avoid, but consider your overall sunflower lecithin or gums exposure.
  • I reached out to the brand to disclose their Natural Flavors, but they would not. They stated:

Because the origin of these proprietary ingredients in our natural flavors varies over time based upon availability, quality and seasonal crops, we’re unable to provide this information. That being said, we expect all our suppliers to comply with certain health and safety, social, environmental and business integrity requirements. 

  • I also asked them to share their third party testing results, and they responded with the following:

Unfortunately, for contractual reasons outside of our control, we are unable to forward laboratory information, but stand by our statement. We rigorously test our raw materials and finished products to ensure they are in full compliance with the standards of Prop 65 and the National Science Foundation (NSF). 

Wild Foods

Ingredients (Whey): 100% unflavored Whey Protein made in the U.S. from raw grass-fed cow's milk.
Specs: $63-$70, 56 servings, 16 grams per serving.

Pros:

  • Undenatured.
  • Grass-fed. Pasture raised cows.
  • Whey from fresh raw milk.
  • Made in the USA.
  • Value-pricing per serving.
  • Third party tested. They did provide a COA, but it did not provide the exact measurement and instead only indicated that it was below 1 ppm which is equivalent to 1000 ppb for all heavy metals: Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury.

Cons:

  • I wish they provided more exact results to compare to other brands.
  • Low protein content compared to other whey powders.


Ingredients (Beef): Grass-Fed Beef Protein Isolate. Desiccated Beef Organs (Liver, Kidney, Heart), Stevia Leaf Extract, Natural Flavors
Specs: $43-47, 20 servings, 12 grams per serving

Pros:

  • Undenatured.
  • Grass-fed beef.
  • Third party tested. They did provide a COA, but it did not provide the exact measurement and instead only indicated that it was below 1 ppm which is equivalent to 1000 ppb for all heavy metals: Arsenic, Cadmium, Lead, Mercury.

Cons:

  • Unfortunately they use undisclosed Natural Flavors (not Organic).
  • I wish they provided more exact results to compare to other brands.

With Love (Kid's Protein and Gut Health Powder)

Ingredients: Whey Protein Isolate (grass-fed milk powder), Organic Pumpkin Seeds Powder, Organic Chia Seeds Powder, MCT Oil Powder (from Coconuts), Beef Organ Powder Complex (Desiccated), Vanilla Extract, Monk Fruit Extract
Specs$80, 24 servings, 14 g per serving

Pros:

  • Also functions as a multi-vitamin and even contains the methylated version of folate and Vitamin B12.
  • Also functions as a probiotic with 15 Billion CFU.
  • No natural flavors!
  • Third party tested. If you email them, they will share their results. As of the COA they shared with me (dated October 2024), they had the following results: Arsenic 14 ppb, Cadmium 9 ppb, Lead 24 ppb, Mercury 1 ppb
    • While these are among the better heavy metal results on this list, whether it's "good enough" for children is up to you. For reference, there has been U.S. legislation trying to get lead levels for children's products down to single-digit ppb (as low as 5) with their Closer to Zero initiative. While it is not legal, the levels in this product would actually not meet the once proposed (but not accepted) guidelines (even though they are among the lowest levels we've seen). However, a key reason why the legislation has not been enacted is because of how difficult it is to completely get rid of this naturally occurring substance in our soil. You may also want to read our section above on heavy metals.

Cons:

  • Not a high protein content for adults. But since it's marketed for children, it's fine.
  • Expensive.
  • See our note above on heavy metals to make your own choice.

Our Top Picks For Protein Powders

After exchanging emails with dozens of brands, reviewing ingredient lists, specs, and test results, here are my top picks.

These protein powders had no concerning ingredients and had among the best heavy metal test results (though not zero - it's never zero).

  • FlavCity *Also sufficient as a collagen supplement
    Arsenic < 1 ppb, Cadmium 173 ppb, Lead 22 ppb, Mercury 2 ppb
  • Just Ingredients (Vanilla only) *I am only recommending the Vanilla flavor at this time, due to Prop65 notices on other flavors. The Vanilla is the flavor I received a COA for, and it has also been third party tested by lead activists showing similar results (not as low as the COA they provided, but still among the lowest on this list).
    Arsenic 8 ppb, Cadmium 10 ppb, Lead 10 ppb, Mercury 3 ppb
  • Naked (Whey only) *Best Value
    Arsenic 20 ppb, Cadmium 3 ppb, Lead 10 ppb, Mercury <10 ppb
  • Paleo Valley Bone Broth (not a complete protein)
    Arsenic 3.6 ppb, Cadmium 2.94 ppb, Lead 0.3 ppb, Mercury 0.15 ppb

Disclaimer: These heavy metal test results are only from ONE sample batch from the certificate provided directly from the brand. Heavy metal levels change with every single batch. You can always reach out to the brand for their latest test results. Please also see the section on Heavy Metals earlier in this article.

Chart: Protein Powders At-A-Glance

*Legend: Y-: Heavy metal testing, but not fully transparent OR low testing standards OR missing information. Y+: Heavy metal testing and they provide results. N: No heavy metal testing.

 Brand Type Protein Certifications and Testing* Ingredients of Concern
Ancient Nutrition Whey 23 Grass fed, Y- Natural flavors, sunflower lecithin
Ancient Nutrition Plant 15 USDA Organic, Y- Natural flavors, sunflower lecithin
Be Well By Kelly Beef Isolate 24 Grass fed, Y- None, but tested high for heavy metals compared to other brands.
Equip Prime Protein Beef Protein 21 Grass fed, Y-

Chocolate and Unflavored are their best choices.

Other flavored choices used natural flavors.

FlavCity Whey 25 Grass fed, Y+ None!
Four Sigmatic Plant 18-20 USDA Organic, Y- None, but not impressed with heavy metals results.
Garden of Life Plant 22 USDA Organic Gums, Erythritol (FYI: Owned by Nestle)
Garden of Life Whey 21 Non-GMO Gums, Erythritol (FYI: Owned by Nestle)
Hearthy Foods Beef Collagen 18 Grass-fed, Y- None. But not a complete protein.
Just Ingredients Whey and Plant 22 Grass-fed, Y+ None!
Lineage Provisions Beef 22 Grass-fed None!
KOS Plant 20 USDA Organic Natural Flavors
Naked Whey 25 Grass-fed, Y+ None!
Naked Plant 27 None, Y+ None, but wish their pea protein was USDA Organic. Vanilla does not have Natural Flavors, but the rest do not.
NorCal Organic Whey 21 USDA Organic, Y- Sunflower lecithin. Not fully clear on testing. Check their website in May!
NorCal Organic Plant 22 USDA Organic, Y- None, but not fully clear on testing. Check their website in May!
Ora Organic Plant 23 USDA Organic, Y- Natural Flavors in their flavored options. Buy unflavored to avoid. They didn't provide exact heavy metal results.
Paleo Valley Bone Broth Bone Broth 13 Grass-fed, Y+ None, but please note this is not a complete protein.
Perfect Supplements Cow Collagen 10 Grass-fed, Y+ None, but please note this is not a complete protein.
Primal Kitchen Whey 10 None Natural Flavors, Gums. Now owned by Kraft Heinz. Also no organic or grass fed notation.
Pow Plant 17 None None, but wish they were certified organic.
Promix Whey 30 Grass-fed, Y+ Sunflower Lecithin
Puori Whey 21 Grass-fed, Y+ Natural flavors (but you may want to read their statement on it above)
Rise Whey 25 Grass-fed, N Natural Flavors. No third party testing.
Sprout Living Plant 20 USDA Organic, Y- None, but they will not share their heavy metal results.
Transparent Labs Whey 28 Grass-fed, Y+ Natural Flavors, Sunflower Lecithin
Truvani Plant 20 USDA Organic, Y- None, but they will not share their heavy metal results.
Vital Proteins Milk Isolate 25 NSF-certified Natural Flavors. Not organic nor grass fed.
Wild Foods Whey 16 Grass-fed, Y- None, but wish their heavy metal results were more exact.
Wild Foods Beef Isolate 12 Grass-fed, Y- Natural Flavors
With Love (Kids) Whey 14 Grass-fed, Y+ None

Comparing These To Mainstream Brands

You may be wondering how these protein powders compare to your run-of-the-mill standard protein powders that you may find at your typical gym or GNC. Our opinion? Even if the previously mentioned protein powders are not considered "perfect." They are still eons ahead of many of the popular options.

So many ingredients in typical protein powders disrupt your gut: sugar alcohols, artificial sweeteners, gums, emulsifiers, and artificial dyes and flavors.

The health of your gut profoundly influences your overall well-being, impacting digestion, immunity, mental health, and more. A balanced gut microbiome aids in nutrient absorption, supports immune function, and produces neurotransmitters essential for mood regulation. Conversely, an imbalanced gut can lead to inflammation, chronic diseases, and various symptoms like digestive issues, mood changes, and fatigue. 

Here's a quick summary of the "popular brands" so you can see why they were not even considered for the previous chart. Not a single one had mention of organic or grass-fed.

 Brand Type Protein Ingredients of Concern
Body Fortress Whey Whey 30g Artificial Flavors, Natural Flavors, Multiple Gums, Sucralose, Acesulfame-Potassium, Maltodextrin 
Dymatize ISO100 Whey 25g Artificial Flavors, Natural Flavors, Gums, Sucralose
Ghost Whey Whey 25g

Collaborations with Chips Ahoy and Oreo (need I say more?)

Gums, Soybean Oil, Cottonseed Oil, HFCS, Artificial Colors, Artificial Flavors, Natural Flavors, Multiple Gums, Sucralose

Ghost Vegan Plant (Pea) 20g

Artificial Flavors, Natural Flavors, Acesulfame-Potassium, Sucralose, Sunflower Oil (not Organic), Multiple Gums

GNC AMP Whey 25g Artificial Flavors, Natural Flavors, Gums, Sucralose
Muscletech Whey Whey 30g Artificial Flavors, Natural Flavors, Multiple Gums, Sucralose, Acesulfame-Potassium
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey 24g Artificial Flavors, Natural Flavors, Multiple Gums, Sucralose, Acesulfame-Potassium
Premier Protein Whey 30g Artificial Flavors, Natural Flavors, Multiple Gums, Sucralose, Acesulfame-Potassium
Raw Nutrition Vegan Plant (Pea) 30g Natural Flavors, Multiple Gums, Sucralose

 

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