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Is Vital Proteins Chocolate Plant Protein Powder healthy?

Chocolate Plant Protein Powder

Beverages · Updated 2026-10-17

Longevity Score

88/100

Food Integrity Score

84/100

Solid Choice

One score is excellent and the other is still solid, so this can fit well with a few tradeoffs to keep in mind.

Quick answer

Solid Choice

Vital Proteins chocolate plant protein powder is rated solid choice overall, with a Longevity Score of 88 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 84 out of 100. Plant-based protein powder with simple whole-food protein sources and few additives; stevia and natural flavors are the main processing signals. Strengths include plant protein from pea, chickpea, and hemp sources, good fiber for a single scoop, and low added sugar and low saturated fat, while main considerations include stevia and natural flavors add mild processing, sodium is moderate at about 350 mg per serving, and protein powder is best paired with whole foods.

Longevity Score 88/100Food Integrity Score 84/100

What helped the score?

  • Plant protein from pea, chickpea, and hemp sources
  • Good fiber for a single scoop
  • Low added sugar and low saturated fat

What held the score back?

  • Stevia and natural flavors add mild processing
  • Sodium is moderate at about 350 mg per serving
  • Protein powder is best paired with whole foods

Ingredients

Ingredient list

PEA PROTEIN, CHICKPEA PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, HEMP SEED PROTEIN, ALKALIZED COCOA, SEA SALT, STEVIA SWEETENER, NATURAL FLAVORS, BACILLUS COAGULANS GBI-30 6086 (PROBIOTICS)

Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.

Key nutrition

Per serving: 33 g (1/3 Rounded Cup (33g))

  • Calories1307% DV
  • Protein20g40% DV
  • Total Carbs5g2% DV
  • Fiber3g11% DV
  • Total Fat3g4% DV
  • Saturated Fat1g5% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details

Product facts

Product
Vital Proteins Chocolate Plant Protein Powder
Category
Beverages (source: Water)
GTIN / UPC
00810089955333
Serving size
33 g (1/3 Rounded Cup (33g))
Source data — ingredients
Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
Healthy Food Guide analysis
Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
Data last verified

How this product may fit different goals

The same food can look different depending on what matters most to you. Here is a general preview of how this product may align with several common goals.

  • Low-Spike Stability

    Supportive

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Lower net carbs (2g)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Heart-Healthy Eating

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Added-sodium ingredients (Mentions "salt", "sea salt". See ingredients for details.)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • GLP-1 Eating Support

    Supportive

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Higher protein (20g)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Low Sugar Lifestyle

    Mixed

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.

    A tradeoff: Sweetener signals (stevia)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Appetite & Portion Awareness

    Supportive

    Metabolic Health

    For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.

    A supportive signal: Modest calories per serving (130 kcal)

    This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.

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  • Athletic Fueling

    Watch-outs

    Athletic Performance

    For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.

    A consideration: Lower carbs for fueling (5g)

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Common questions about this product

Is Vital Proteins Chocolate Plant Protein Powder highly processed?

Food Integrity lists processing level as Lightly processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.

Why are the Longevity and Food Integrity scores different?

Longevity emphasizes nutrition per serving and longer-term dietary alignment. Food Integrity emphasizes ingredients, additives, processing, and label transparency. The same product can score differently on those lenses.

How much fiber is in one serving?

Vital Proteins Chocolate Plant Protein Powder shows about 3g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.

Does it contain added sugar?

Vital Proteins Chocolate Plant Protein Powder: 0g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include stevia. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.

What helped the Longevity Score?

Key positives called out in the analysis include: Plant protein from pea, chickpea, and hemp sources; Good fiber for a single scoop; Low added sugar and low saturated fat.

What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?

Key concerns noted include: Stevia and natural flavors add mild processing; Sodium is moderate at about 350 mg per serving; Protein powder is best paired with whole foods.

Who might evaluate this product differently?

People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same beverages differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.

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Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis

  1. Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
  2. Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
  3. How the Longevity Score is calculated
  4. How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
  5. Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
  6. Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
  7. Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information

Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.

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