CytoSport Monster Milk Chocolate is a protein supplement with 25 ingredients, designed for muscle support and recovery. It contains clinically dosed Thiamine (1.5mg), Riboflavin (1.7mg), Niacin (20mg), Vitamin B6 (4mg), and Folate (400mcg), contributing to energy metabolism. However, Iron, Phosphorus, and Magnesium are underdosed compared to recommended daily values or clinical efficacy. The product has an N+ Score of 69, earning a 'C-' grade, positioning it as an average quality product. With 50g of protein per serving, it is beneficial for athletes and individuals aiming to increase protein intake, but should be aware of the underdosed minerals. All ingredients and their amounts are clearly listed.
About This Product
Monster Milk Chocolate by CytoSport is a protein supplement containing 25 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 69/100 (Grade C-).
Notable clinical-dose ingredients include Thiamine, Riboflavin, Niacin and 7 more.
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +10 ingredient(s) at clinical dose levels
- +Rich formula with 25 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (25 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 280.000 {Calories} | N/A |
| Total Fat | 3.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Thiamine | 1.500 mg | Optimal |
| Riboflavin | 1.700 mg | Optimal |
| Niacin | 20.000 mg | Optimal |
| Vitamin B6 | 4.000 mg | Optimal |
| Folate | 400.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Vitamin B12 | 30.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Calcium | 700.000 mg | Optimal |
| Iron | 1.100 mg | Under |
| Magnesium | 60.000 mg | Under |
| Chromium | 120.000 mcg | Optimal |
| Total Carbohydrates | 12.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Sodium | 170.000 mg | N/A |
| Potassium | 900.000 mg | Adequate |
| Cholesterol | 45.000 mg | N/A |
| Protein | 50.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| L-Glutamine | 4.000 Gram(s) | Under |
| CarnoSyn | 1.000 Gram(s) | Under |
| Phosphorus | 400.000 mg | Under |
| Creatine Monohydrate | 3.000 Gram(s) | Optimal |
| ProHydrolase | 125.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Leucine | 1.000 Gram(s) | Under |
| Betaine Anhydrous | 2.500 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Leucine-Enriched Whey Peptides | 1.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.
