Optimum Nutrition, Gold Standard® 100% Whey Protein, French Vanilla Creme, 2 lb (907 g)
AI overview
AI generated. Not medical advice.What it's for
Muscle support, workout recovery, daily protein intake
Who it may fit
Active adults and strength trainers who want convenient daily protein intake.
How to take
Mix 1 scoop (about 31 g) with 6–8 fl oz of cold water, milk, or another beverage and stir, shake, or blend for about 30 seconds; use after exercise or anytime to increase daily protein intake. Protein shakes are often better tolerated when taken with food or a carbohydrate source.
Diet / Allergen fit
Gluten Free. Contains: Milk, Soy.
Ingredients explained
Whey protein isolate
Provides a complete profile of essential amino acids, including leucine, which may stimulate muscle protein synthesis after exercise.
Caution: Contains milk proteins; avoid if you have a milk protein allergy or are highly sensitive to dairy.
Whey protein concentrate
Delivers rapidly absorbed essential amino acids that may support muscle repair and satiety.
Caution: Contains lactose and milk proteins, which may cause discomfort for those with lactose intolerance or dairy sensitivity.
Hydrolyzed whey protein
Partially broken down peptides may be absorbed quickly to supply amino acids for post-workout recovery.
Caution: Contains milk-derived peptides; those with dairy allergies should avoid.
How they work together
The blend combines fast-absorbing hydrolyzed whey with whey isolate and concentrate to provide a rapid and sustained supply of essential amino acids. This mix covers immediate post-workout needs while continuing to deliver amino acids for ongoing muscle protein synthesis.
Safety and tips
Label Warning: Use only as a food supplement. Do not use for weight reduction.
Who should be cautious: People with milk or soy allergies should avoid this product. Those with lactose sensitivity may experience digestive discomfort. Individuals monitoring sodium, cholesterol, or sweeteners like sucralose and acesulfame potassium may want to review intake.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
What customers say
Great taste and creamy texture
Reviewers like the French Vanilla flavor and note a smooth, creamy consistency.
Mixes easily without lumps
Customers report quick dissolving in shakes, smoothies, coffee, and baked recipes.
Too sweet for some
A few users feel the sweetness is stronger than they prefer.
Product rankings:
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Whey Protein Isolate offers a purer protein source, ideal for post-workout recovery, complementing the blend's varied absorption rates.
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Overview
- For Muscle Support & Recovery
- 24 g Protein Per Serving
- Artificially Flavored
- 100% of The Protein From Whey
- Protein Powder Drink Mix
- Gluten Free
- 2 g Sugar
- 120 Calories
- 5.5 g BCAAs**
- Sports
- Strength Training
- Active Lifestyle
- Authentic Optimum Nutrition Product
- Informed-Choice, We Test You Trust
- Banned Substance Tested
- No Artificial Growth Hormones^
Gold Standard 100% Whey™ is designed for maximum mixability and superior drinkability.
Why Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein™?
- The Gold Standard for protein quality has fueled billions of workout recoveries worldwide.
- 24 grams of high-quality protein per serving to help build muscle‡.
- Whey Protein Isolate (WPI) is the primary ingredient with further carbohydrates and fat 'isolated' out.
- 11 grams of naturally occurring Essential Amino Acids (EAAs) to support muscle recovery.
Optimum Nutrition® has been trusted to provide the highest quality in post workout recovery, pre-workout energy, and on-the-go sports nutrition products for over 35 years and in more than 100 countries.
We are obsessed with quality. We sweat the details, scrutinizing every ingredient in every product that we make. We hold ourselves to the highest production standard, all so you can unlock your body's full potential.
^No significant difference has been shown between milk derived from rBST-treated and non-rbst treated cows.
**Naturally occurring amino acids
‡When taken over time with regular resistance training.
Specifications
- First available: 01/2011
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Shipping weight:
1.16 kg
- Product code: OPN-02411
- UPC: 748927024111
- Package quantity: 907 g
- Dimensions: 25.4 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm , 1.09 kg
Suggested use
- 31 grams: About 1 scoop whey protein powder
- 6-8 fl oz: Cold water, milk or other beverage
- 30 seconds: Stir, shake or blend until dissolved
Consume your shake after exercise or anytime during the day to boost your protein intake.
For healthy adults, consume enough protein to meet your daily protein requirements with a combination of high protein foods and protein supplements throughout the day as part of a balanced diet and exercise program.
Other ingredients
Protein blend (whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, hydrolyzed whey protein), natural and artificial flavor, sunflower and/or soy lecithin, salt, acesulfame potassium, sucralose.
Contains: Milk, soy.
This product contains ingredients of international and domestic origin.
Warnings
Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Serving scoop included, but may settle to the bottom during shipping.
Contents sold by weight not volume. Some settling will occur.
Disclaimer
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| Nutrition Facts | ||
| Serving Size: 31 g (About 1 Scoop) | ||
| Servings Per Container: 29 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | %Daily Value* | |
| Calories | 120 | |
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2 g | 1% |
| Total Sugars | 2 g | |
| Protein | 24 g | 48% |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 160 mg | 4% |
| Not a significant source of trans fat, dietary fiber, added sugars, vitamin D and iron. | ||
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||