Metabolic Protein Chocolate
by Genestra Brands · powder · 14.9 ozs
- On the market (NIH)
- UPC 8 83196 15328 2
- DSLD label 231461
- Serving 30.2 g (2 Scoop(s))
- 14 servings
Metabolic Protein Chocolate by Genestra Brands lists 11 ingredients, 11 with an amount per serving of 30.2 g, such as 10 mcg (400 IU) of vitamin D, 440 mcg of vitamin B12, 6 mg of iron and 200 mcg of chromium, beside 5 Nutrition Facts rows (calories, fat and the like). Its current label entered the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database on August 23, 2020.
What is in Metabolic Protein Chocolate?
Each row as the label prints it, per serving of 30.2 g. The capsule beside an amount places it among every product in the NIH database that lists the same ingredient: the bar is the middle half of their amounts, the line in it the median, the whiskers the 10th and 90th percentiles; the green tick is the FDA Daily Value and the red dashed tick the adult upper limit (IOM).
| Ingredient | Amount | % DV | Among products listing it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 110 Calories | ||
| Total Fat | 2.5 g | 3% | Higher than 70% of 11,965 products listing fat (unspecified) (median 1.5 g). |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5 g | 2% | Higher than 65% of 21,979 products listing carbohydrate (median 3 g). |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g | 11% | Higher than 63% of 6,987 products listing fiber (median 2 g). |
| Protein | 15 g | 30% | 51% of 8,985 products listing protein give more (median 16 g). |
| Vitamin Das CholecalciferolVitamin D (Form: as Cholecalciferol) Note: 400 IU | 10 mcg (400 IU) | 50% | 57% of 14,175 products listing vitamin D give more (median 15 mcg). |
| Vitamin B12as MethylcobalaminVitamin B12 (Form: as Methylcobalamin) | 440 mcg | 18,333% | Higher than 82% of 14,425 products listing vitamin B12 (median 36 mcg). |
| IronIron Note: naturally occurring | 6 mg | 37% | Higher than 55% of 6,910 products listing iron (median 5 mg). |
| Chromiumas Chromium Nicotinate GlycinateChromium (Form: as Chromium Nicotinate Glycinate) | 200 mcg | 571% | Higher than 72% of 7,825 products listing chromium (median 100 mcg). |
| SodiumSodium Note: naturally occurring | 230 mg | 10% | Higher than 86% of 14,514 products listing sodium (median 55 mg). |
| PotassiumPotassium Note: naturally occurring | 240 mg | 5% | Higher than 83% of 11,614 products listing potassium (median 99 mg). |
| Pea Proteinas PeaPea Protein (Form: from Pea PlantPart: seed) | 15 g | Higher than 53% of 79 products listing pea protein (median 14 g). | |
| DL-Alpha-Lipoic Acid | 300 mg | Higher than 87% of 2,407 products listing alpha lipoic acid (median 50 mg). | |
| Curcuminas TurmericCurcumin (Form: from Turmeric PlantPart: rhizome) | 25 mg | 89% of 550 products listing curcumin give more (median 200 mg). | |
| Lecithinas SunflowerLecithin (Form: from Sunflower PlantPart: seed) | 600 mg | Higher than 63% of 804 products listing lecithin (median 200 mg). | |
| Strawberry (Fragaria x ananassa) fruit extractStrawberry (Fragaria x ananassa) fruit extract PlantPart: fruit Genus: Fragaria Species: x ananassa Note: (25:1) (12.5 g fresh equivalent) | 500 mg | Higher than 75% of 85 products listing strawberry (median 250 mg). | |
| Blueberry (Vaccinium angustifolium) fruit std. extractas PolyphenolsBlueberry (Vaccinium angustifolium) fruit std. extract (Form: 4% Polyphenols) PlantPart: fruit Genus: Vaccinium Species: angustifolium Note: (30:1) (15 g fresh equivalent) | 500 mg | Higher than 83% of 378 products listing blueberry (median 100 mg). |
Source: NIH ODS Dietary Supplement Label Database, label 231461 (entered August 23, 2020), version 9.4.0. See the label on DSLD. Amounts are what the maker printed; DSLD does not test products. Daily Values: the FDA's Daily Value page.
Is that a lot?
The rows in the top or bottom tenth of the products that list the same ingredient, and any above the adult upper limit at the most servings a day the directions give:
- 89% of the 550 products that print an amount of curcumin list more than its 25 mg of curcumin (median 200 mg).
The NIH database records one serving a day from the label's directions; its % Daily Values are for adults and children 4 or more years of age. The directions as printed are further down this page.
The Tolerable Upper Intake Level is the most of a nutrient per day, from food, water and supplements together, that is likely to pose no risk for almost all adults (Institute of Medicine, 2011). It does not apply under medical supervision. This page compares labels; it is not medical advice.
Sources: amounts from the DSLD label; Daily Values from 21 CFR 101.9(c)(8)(iv); adult upper limits from the Institute of Medicine's DRI summary tables (2011). How positions are computed.
Which products have the closest formulas?
The products whose ingredient lists overlap most with Metabolic Protein Chocolate's, rare ingredients counting for more.
- Pro Pea BalanceGenestra Brands 15 shared, 95% alike
- Metabolic Protein VanillaGenestra Brands 15 shared, 95% alike
- Pro Pea Balance Natural Chocolate FlavorGenestra Brands 15 shared, 91% alike
- Total Vegan Double Rich ChocolateCutler Nutrition 8 shared, 39% alike
- Pea Protein Vanilla FlavorOL Olympian Labs Lean & Healthy 7 shared, 37% alike
- Pea Protein VanillaOL Olympian Labs Lean & Healthy 7 shared, 37% alike
Source: ingredient lists of every product's current label in DSLD (version 9.4.0); similarity weights each shared ingredient by how rare it is.
What does the label say about taking it?
Quoted from the label as DSLD transcribed it: the maker's words, including any claim about what the product does, which the FDA has not evaluated and PlainVitamins does not endorse.
- Directions
- Recommended Dose: In a glass, add 8 ounces (250 mL) of water to 2 scoops of Metabolic Protein Chocolate and mix. Take once daily or as recommended by your health professional.
- Warnings
- Warning: Not to be taken if you have hyperkalemia or abnormal kidney function, or are taking ACE inhibitors or potassium sparing diuretics. If you are pregnant or lactating, have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
- Use only if safety seal is intact.
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place.
Source: label statements in DSLD label 231461.
What else is on the label?
Other ingredients: Cocoa powder, Guar Gum, natural Chocolate flavor, natural Cream flavor, natural Vanilla Cream flavor, Rebaudioside A, Thaumatin.
How many labels does Metabolic Protein Chocolate have?
2 labels are on file under this name since April 23, 2020: other sizes, label designs and reformulations. The current one leads this page.
- Label 231461 (current) Entered August 23, 2020 · on the market · 14.9 ozs · UPC 8 83196 15328 2
- Label 218078 Entered April 23, 2020 · off the market May 18, 2020 · 14.9 ounces · UPC 8 83196 15328 2
DSLD also links this label to: Metabolic Protein Vanilla (flavor difference).
Source: DSLD label entry and market events, version 9.4.0 (labels entered through September 25, 2025).
Who makes it?
The label names Seroyal USA (distributor), Pittsburgh, PA. All Genestra Brands products.