Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein
Protein Per Serving
24 grams
Serving Size
31g (1 scoop)
Calories Per Serving
120
Flavors
Double Rich Chocolate, Cookies & Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream
Packages
2lbs, 5lbs, 10lbs
Servings per pack
29, 73, 149
Brand
Optimum Nutrition
Brand Existed Since
1986
Country of Origin
USA
Protein Type
Whey Protein
Primary Type
Whey Protein - Isolate
Protein Source
Dairy / Milk
BCAAs (Branched-Chain Amino Acids)
5.5 grams
EAAs (Essential Amino Acids)
11 grams
Total Fat
1.5g
Saturated Fat
1g
Cholesterol
55mg
Sodium
130mg
Total Carbohydrates
3g
Dietary Fiber
<1g
Total Sugars
1g
Calcium
130mg
Iron
0.7mg
Potassium
200mg
Ingredients
Protein Blend (Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Hydrolyzed Whey Protein), Cocoa Powder (Processed with Alkali), Sunflower and/or Soy Lecithin, Natural and Artificial Flavor, Acesulfame Potassium. Contains: Milk and Soy.
Directions to Use
Mix about one scoop of the powder into 6 to 8 fluid ounces of cold water, milk or other beverage. Stir, shake or blend until dissolved. For best results, mix up your shake 30 to 60 minutes after your workout or use as an anytime snack in your balanced diet.
Notes
Not a significant source of trans fat, added sugars and Vitamin D.
Overview
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey helps you unlock your potential and get more from your workouts. Whey protein isolate is the primary ingredient, with excess carbs and fat “isolated” out for a total of 24 grams of protein, 5.5g of naturally occurring branched chain amino acids (BCAAs), and 11g of naturally occurring naturally occurring essential amino acids (EAAs) per serving. With a wide range of tempting flavors to choose from, Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey gives you plenty of ways to keep workout recovery interesting.
Key Benefits
Gold Standard 100% Whey – 24g of protein per serving to help build and maintain muscle when taken over time with regular resistance training.
5.5g of naturally occurring BCAAs and 11g of naturally occurring EAAs per serving to support muscle recovery.
Anytime formula – great before or after exercise, between meals, with a meal, or any time of day when you need extra protein.
The world’s best-selling whey protein powder.
Gluten-Free Protein Powder
Banned substance tested and the highest quality control measures so you feel comfortable and confident consuming the product.
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About Brand

OPTIMUM NUTRITION is the World’s #1 Sports Protein Powder brand. Source: Euromonitor International Limited; Consumer Health 2022 edition, Sports Protein Powder category, % retail value share, 2021 data.
PROVEN PERFORMANCE NUTRITION FOR OVER 35 YEARS.
OPTIMUM NUTRITION is the World’s #1 Sports Nutrition brand. Source: Euromonitor International Limited; Consumer Health 2023 edition, Sports Protein Powder category, % retail value share, 2022 data. Source: Euromonitor International Ltd; Retail Value Sale
GOLD STANDARD 100% WHEY is the most nominated and awarded protein powder in the world. Source: Based on Bodybuilding.com “Protein of the Year” awards 2005-2021.
GOLD STANDARD 100% WHEY has fueled billions of workout recoveries worldwide.
OPTIMUM NUTRITION has been trusted for over 35 years.