EVIDENCE-BASED SUPPLEMENT SCORING
4.2/10
WEAK

Confidence: 75%

Bob's Red Mill Whey Protein Powder 12ounce Package May Vary, Red, unflavored, 12 Ounce

Bob's Red Mill Whey Protein Powder 12ounce Package May Vary, Red, unflavored, 12 Ounce

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Decision summary

SKIPWEAK

Not a strong option overall. The product is materially held back by weaker ingredient form quality.

Best for

Only budget-focused buyers with flexible standards.

Consider another option if

You care a lot about label clarity and want fewer unknowns.

Score breakdown

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Dosage quality

0.9/10

Dosing looks weaker than ideal

Checks whether labeled ingredient amounts fall within clinically studied ranges (not just regulatory minimums). Low/0 can reflect under-dosing or missing amounts (e.g., proprietary blends).

Score summary

The supporting evidence profile is relatively strong. The main limitation is that calcium: below clinically studied range.

Strengths

The supporting evidence profile is relatively strong
The formula stays relatively clean on excipients
The safety profile looks solid

Weaknesses

Calcium: below clinically studied range
Calcium: chemical form not specified on label
Formula coherence is weak: diluted, decorative or overly complex

Final verdict

Not a strong option overall. The product is materially held back by weaker ingredient form quality.

Ingredient Analysis & Evidence

A closer look at the main ingredients, how they influence the score, and the supporting evidence when available. Tap any ingredient to expand.

⚠ Strong evidence exists, but dose is below effective threshold

A clear drag on the formula: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The label does not specify the form, so absorption quality cannot be verified.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Tang et al. meta-analysis calcium supplementation and fracture risk

BMJ • 2007

PMID: 17720017.0

⚠ Strong evidence exists, but dose is below effective threshold

This is a limiting factor: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The declared form is acceptable, but not among the best-absorbed options.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Hemila & Chalker Cochrane review vitamin C and common cold duration

Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews • 2013

PMID: 23440782.0

RCT

Padayatty et al. RCT on vitamin C antioxidant capacity in healthy adults

Journal of the American College of Nutrition • 2001

PMID: 11684527.0

⚠ Dose is below commonly used clinical ranges

A clear drag on the formula: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The label does not specify the form, so absorption quality cannot be verified.

Clinical dosing guidance

Based on established dosing ranges used in clinical practice.

Min effective: 700 mcgOptimal: 900 mcgUpper: 3000 mcgGrade: A

⚠ Moderate evidence exists, but dose is below effective threshold

A clear drag on the formula: Dose is likely below clinically useful levels. The label does not specify the form, so absorption quality cannot be verified.

Scientific evidence

Meta-analysis

Pasricha et al. systematic review iron and fatigue in non-anaemic women

BMJ Open • 2012

PMID: 23169929.0

Evidence inferred from established knowledge, not directly linked studies

Solid but not a standout: Clinical dosing guidance is limited for this ingredient.

No supporting studies or dosing references are currently available for this ingredient.

Bob's Red Mill Whey Protein Powder 12ounce Package May Vary, Red, unflavored, 12 Ounce

Bob's Red Mill Whey Protein Powder 12ounce Package May Vary, Red, unflavored, 12 Ounce

Warnings & notes

Important label or formulation details that may affect how this product should be interpreted.

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Calcium dose looks below clinically effective levels

Declared amount falls below ranges used in human trials.

Warning
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Calcium form is not clearly declared

Exact ingredient form is not disclosed on the label.

Info

Formula design looks less coherent than stronger alternatives

The formulation appears less focused than better-built options.

Note

Methodology

Read our methodology overview to understand how SuppScoreLab combines multiple scientific dimensions into one practical score.

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This evaluation is based on the product label and declared Supplement Facts available at review time. It does not verify laboratory-tested composition, purity, or batch-level quality. This content is educational and not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional for personal health decisions. Affiliate disclosure: SuppScoreLab may earn a commission from qualifying Amazon links.

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