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Alpino

Supernatural Peanut Protein Cold Coffee

Name: Supernatural Peanut Protein Cold Coffee
Brand: Alpino

Use in moderation SafeShelf · review pending

NOVA 4high proteinzero added sugarno artificial sweetenersplant-based proteinno artificial colourspregnancy-safediabetic-safegluten-freelactose-freeenjoy in moderation

Serving

37 g

Pack

1000 g

Ingredients

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01 — Ingredient mix

What’s in the box, ranked from most concerning.

Each ingredient gets a tier from our researched dossier. The list sorts worst-first; the donut summarises the distribution. Tap any ingredient for its full dossier.

Caution · 2 ingredients shown

Caution2 of 7 ingredients

Peanut Protein IsolateCaution

Coffee BeansCaution

Cleared 5▾

Cocoa PowderCleared

Medium Chain Triglycerides (Extracted From Coconut)Cleared

Monk Fruit ExtractCleared

Sunflower LecithinE322Cleared

Xanthan Gum (Naturally Extracted)E415Cleared

02 — Claims audit

Every label claim, fact-checked.

We treat each claim as a question — does what’s inside back it up? Tap a claim for the reasoning.

4/8

claims fully supported

“25G Protein per 2 scoops”true

Nutrition math confirms: energy (142.6 kcal), protein (25.3 g), carbs (6.3 g), and fat (1.8 g) per serving are only internally consistent if the values are per-serving (37 g = 2 scoops), not per 100 g — cross-checked by RDA note (46.86% protein RDA ≈ 25 g at ICMR-NIN 2020 adult reference). The claim is supported.

“Complete Amino Profile”unverified

Peanut protein contains all essential amino acids but is naturally low in methionine and cysteine (sulphur-containing EAAs); no amino acid panel is provided in EXTRA INFORMATION to confirm completeness or adequacy against ICMR-NIN targets.

“Easy To Digest”unverified

No PDCAAS, DIAAS, or digestibility coefficient data is provided for this product. Peanut protein isolate has moderate digestibility relative to whey or soy. The claim cannot be evaluated from available data.

“Faster Absorption”unverified

No pharmacokinetic or absorption rate data is provided. MCT oil is rapidly absorbed via portal circulation, but this does not directly support a faster amino acid absorption claim. Insufficient data across all four sources.

“Zero Added Sugar”true

Nutrition panel shows addedSugar: 0 and total sugar: 0.9 g (naturally occurring). No hidden-sugar aliases detected in the ingredient list. Claim is accurate.

“100% Natural Ingredients”misleading

All declared ingredients derive from natural sources (peanut, coffee, cocoa, coconut, monk fruit, sunflower, Xanthomonas fermentation). However, peanut protein isolate and MCT oil are the product of significant industrial extraction and fractionation processes — 'natural origin' does not mean 'minimally processed'. The claim is technically defensible but implies a less-processed product than what is delivered.

“Real Coffee Beans”true

Coffee Beans is explicitly listed as a discrete ingredient in the ingredient list.

“5.8G BCAA”true

EXTRA INFORMATION rawLabelData explicitly states bcaaPerServing: '5.8g'. The value is present on the label; no amino acid certificate of analysis is provided to independently verify, but the label figure is confirmed in the input data.

03 — The fuller picture

Read the whole thing if a one-line verdict isn’t enough.

What’s in favour, and what’s working against it

In favour

Very high protein — ~25 g per serving from peanut protein isolate
Zero added sugar confirmed by nutrition panel
No artificial sweeteners — uses natural monk fruit extract
No artificial colours or flavours declared
Low total fat (1.8 g/100 g serving equivalent)
Naturally sourced emulsifier (sunflower lecithin, non-GMO)

Working against

Ultra-processed NOVA 4 product with isolates, emulsifiers, and gums
Peanut protein: major allergen with anaphylaxis risk even at trace doses
Dual caffeine load from coffee beans and cocoa powder — unsuitable for multiple groups
MCT oil may modestly raise serum triglycerides at regular intake
FSSAI licence number absent from label — regulatory compliance gap
Xanthan gum and MCT oil may worsen GI symptoms in IBS sufferers

Who should approach with care

Nut Allergy — Peanut protein isolate contains at least 17 IgE-binding Ara h allergens; exposures as low as 2 mg can trigger life-threatening anaphylaxis in sensitised individuals, and strict avoidance is the only safe management strategy.

Pregnancy — Both coffee beans and cocoa powder contribute caffeine, and cocoa contributes additional theobromine; EFSA recommends pregnant women limit total caffeine to 200 mg/day, and the combined caffeine load per serving of this product is unknown but potentially significant.

Lactation — Caffeine and theobromine from coffee beans and cocoa powder pass into breast milk and may cause irritability and disrupted sleep in breastfed infants.

Infants — Caffeine (coffee, cocoa) is inappropriate for infants whose metabolic capacity for methylxanthines is severely limited; additionally, peanut protein introduction requires allergy screening in high-risk infants, and MCT and xanthan gum have specific cautions for very young infants.

Children — Caffeine from coffee and cocoa can easily exceed EFSA's safe limit of 3 mg/kg bw/day for children; peanut allergy affects ~2% of children and first exposure in potentially sensitised children warrants medical supervision.

Hypertension — Caffeine from coffee beans is associated with steeper age-related blood pressure increases in men per EFSA (2015); individuals with hypertension should monitor their response.

Heart Disease — Caffeine doses of 200–250 mg can induce cardiac arrhythmias in susceptible individuals (EFSA), and MCT oil modestly raises serum triglycerides; both warrant medical guidance in those with established cardiovascular disease.

Epilepsy — Caffeine (coffee, cocoa) may lower seizure threshold, and MCT oil can unpredictably alter circulating ketone levels in individuals on ketogenic dietary therapy; medical supervision is required.

Diabetes — Rapid hepatic oxidation of MCTs produces ketone bodies that could affect glycaemic and ketone control, particularly in type 1 diabetics susceptible to ketoacidosis.

Liver Disease — MCTs are transported directly via the portal vein to the liver for oxidation, imposing a direct metabolic load that may be hazardous in patients with compromised hepatic function.

Kidney Disease — Cocoa powder has high oxalate content, which can promote calcium oxalate kidney stone formation and impose additional metabolic burden on already-compromised kidneys.

Ibs — Coffee, cocoa, MCT oil, and xanthan gum each independently stimulate gut motility or cause GI adverse events; their combined presence in one product is likely to exacerbate diarrhoea, cramping, and urgency in IBS sufferers.

Ibd — MCT oil is associated with significant GI adverse events including vomiting and diarrhoea, and sunflower lecithin may alter gut bacterial diversity; both are concerns for individuals with already-compromised GI tolerability in IBD.

Migraine — Cocoa powder contains phenylethylamine and caffeine, both recognised dietary migraine triggers; coffee beans add further caffeine load, heightening risk in susceptible individuals.

Gout — High caffeine intake and caffeine withdrawal may transiently affect purine metabolism; individuals with gout should monitor their response to regular consumption of this product.

The full analysis

This product targets fitness-conscious consumers seeking a plant-based, high-protein supplement that avoids artificial sweeteners and added sugars. Its nutritional profile is genuinely strong — ~25 g protein per serving, zero added sugar, and only ~1.8 g fat — and sweetened naturally with monk fruit extract. However, it is an ultra-processed formulation (NOVA 4) by design: peanut protein isolate, MCT oil, sunflower lecithin, and xanthan gum are industrial ingredients absent from home kitchens. The most important single fact for a new buyer: peanut protein carries one of the highest anaphylaxis risks of any food ingredient, and combined caffeine from both coffee beans and cocoa powder means this product is unsuitable for children, pregnant and breastfeeding women, and anyone with a heart or hypertension condition without medical clearance.

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