Ascent 100% Micellar Casein Isolate Protein Powder, Chocolate

Ascent micellar casein is a chocolate casein protein powder from Ascent, sold in a 2 lb bag.

Who it suits

It fits people who want a chocolate shake with no artificial flavors and no added sugar, and athletes who look for the Informed Sport mark. If you prefer whey, see Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Isolate. See more options in our protein powders and shakes section.

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Key facts

• Each 36 g scoop lists 25 g of protein and 120 calories, with 4 g of carbs and 1 g of fat (Ascent; Healthline)
• Ingredients: micellar casein isolate, alkalized cocoa, natural flavors, guar, acacia and xanthan gums, sea salt and stevia leaf extract (Ascent)
• 0 g added sugars per scoop (Ascent; Healthline)
• The bag states no artificial flavors and carries the Informed Sport mark (Ascent; Healthline)

What reviewers say

Healthline chose it as its top certified gluten-free casein, pointing to the gluten-free certification, Informed Sport testing and lack of artificial ingredients, while warning that it is made on equipment shared with peanuts and tree nuts. BarBend liked the testing and simple formula.

Pros and cons

• Pro: No artificial flavors, 0 g added sugar
• Pro: Informed Sport tested
• Con: Made on equipment shared with peanuts and tree nuts

Cautions

• Contains milk.
• Healthline reports it is made on equipment shared with peanuts and tree nuts; check the package if you have those allergies.
• Contains guar, acacia and xanthan gums.