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Cookies n' Cream Plant Based Protein Drink, 12 FZ
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Cookies n' Cream Plant Based Protein Drink, 12 FZ

OWYN
Available at Whole Foods
180
Calories
20g
Protein
4g
Sugars
270mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
52
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this in the refrigerated grab-and-go section or protein drink shelf as a single-serve option to toss in a gym bag or grab between errands. It offers an indulgent cookies-and-cream vibe wrapped in a plant-based, 'healthy' marketing angle, and the smooth, milkshake-like texture and ingredient list (isolated proteins, added oils, emulsifiers and hydrocolloids, natural flavors) signal industrial processing typical of ultra-processed products.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 12 FL
Servings per Container: 12
Calories180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium270mg12%
Total Carbohydrate8g3%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars4g
Protein20g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

WATER, OWYN, PROTEIN, BLEND, (PEA, PROTEIN,, ORGANIC, PUMPKIN, SEED, PROTEIN,, ORGANIC, FLAX, OIL), CONTAINS, 2%, OR, LESS, OF, THE, FOLLOWING:, SOLUBLE, FIBER, ORGANIC, CANE, SUGAR, SUNFLOWER, OIL, AND/OR, SAFFLOWER, OIL, NATURAL, FLAVORS, COCOA, POWDER, SUNFLOWER, LECITHIN, MONK, FRUIT, EXTRACT, HIMALAYAN, PINK, SEA, SALT, GREENS, BLEND, (BROCCOLI,, KALE,, SPINACH), GUAR, GUM, GELLAN, GUM..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • safflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower lecithin - Processed emulsifier
No Seed OilNo Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains isolated plant proteins, added oils, emulsifiers (sunflower lecithin), stabilizers/thickeners (guar gum, gellan gum), natural flavors and sweeteners — a formulation with industrial ingredients and additives consistent with NOVA 4 (ultra-processed) foods.

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Common Questions about Cookies n' Cream Plant Based Protein Drink, 12 FZ

Absolutely! This drink packs a punch with 20 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber, making it a solid option for a post-workout boost or a meal replacement. It's a great choice if you're looking for something nutritious, especially when you compare it to sugary sodas or less protein-rich snacks.

Perfect For

post-workout
back-to-school
road-trip

Vibe:

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$3.79
per package