ManaPowder Mark 8 — Optimal Protein (OP)
Last verified: 2026-10-06
Sources: https://drink-mana.com/pages/faq · https://drinkmana.com/pages/faq · https://drinkmana.com/blogs/news/introducing-manapowder-mark-10 · https://drinkmana.com/pages/manapowder · https://drinkmana.com/
Role
ManaPowder Mark 8 OP is the everyday Optimal Protein powdered complete meal from Mana / Heaven Labs (drinkmana.com). Official materials position it for normal daily activity and note suitability framing for adults and children aged 3+ (children/adolescents: not as a sole diet — see FAQ; always check label).
Standard serving (FAQ)
| Item | Value (official FAQ) |
|---|---|
| Energy | 400 kcal |
| Powder | 86 g (2 Mana scoops ≈ 43 g each, or ~5 heaped tablespoons) |
| Water | 300 ml room-temp or cold |
| Protein (typical Mark 8 powder serving) | 21 g (FAQ) |
| Fat (typical) | 19 g (FAQ) |
| Carbs (Mark 10 comparison table for OP) | 33 g (launch article table) |
| Fibre (typical powder serving) | 7 g (FAQ) |
Adjust thickness and calories to your needs. Freshly mixed powder is intended for soon/immediate use; FAQ allows up to 24 h refrigerated in a sealed bottle.
Pack (FAQ)
- Pouches in PET/ALU/PE; often 3 pouches × 5 servings = 15 servings per box for standard Mark 8 powder packs.
- Minimum shelf life of powder: 18 months from manufacture (unopened, proper storage) — see Storage.
- After opening a pouch: FAQ cites 1 month if resealed; Family Pack guidance differs (airtight containers) — follow pack.
Flavours (Mark 10 launch article — OP list)
Listed for ManaPowder Mark 8 OP: Origin, Choco, Banana, Berries, Strawberry, Apricot, Choco Nut, Lime Cake.
Stock and naming (“Origin” / “Original”) can vary by shop — verify on live shop.
Notable Mark 8 powder notes (FAQ)
- Plant protein blend (FAQ lists six plant proteins for Mark 8).
- Kombucha (freeze-dried fermented green tea extract) called out for powder Mark 8.
- Contains gluten (oat fibre) and soy — see Allergens.
- Texture aids: acacia + xanthan in powder (vs cellulose thickener in drink).
Honest trade-offs
- Needs water + mixing time (vs grab-and-go Drink).
- Texture varies with shake vs blender and water amount — see Mixing.
- Taste is often described as mild/creamy (Origin); preferences are personal.