Optimum Nutrition, Gold Standard® 100% Whey Protein, Double Rich Chocolate, 5.05 lb (2.29 kg)
AI overview
AI generated. Not medical advice.What it's for
Muscle support, workout recovery, daily protein intake
Who it may fit
Active adults looking to increase daily protein intake and people with busy schedules who want a quick post-workout protein option.
Key actives per serving
- BCAAs (from whey): 5.5 g
How to take
Mix about 1 scoop (31 g) with 6 to 8 fl oz of cold water, milk, or a preferred beverage and stir, shake, or blend for about 30 seconds; use after exercise or anytime to help meet daily protein goals. Protein shakes may be easier on digestion when taken with food or spaced through the day.
Diet / Allergen fit
Gluten Free. Contains: Milk, Soy.
Ingredients explained
Whey protein isolate
Provides rapidly digested complete protein rich in essential amino acids, including leucine, which may stimulate muscle protein synthesis after exercise.
Caution: Contains milk proteins; avoid if you have a dairy allergy or are sensitive to lactose and milk components.
Whey protein concentrate
Supplies complete protein with naturally occurring branched-chain amino acids that may support muscle repair and recovery.
Caution: Contains milk proteins and small amounts of lactose, which may cause digestive discomfort for some people.
Hydrolyzed whey protein
Partially broken down whey peptides are absorbed quickly, which may help deliver amino acids to muscles efficiently.
Caution: Contains milk proteins; those with dairy allergies should avoid.
Leucine (from whey)
Acts as a key trigger for initiating muscle protein synthesis through mTOR signaling.
Caution: High single-amino-acid intake on an empty stomach may cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort in some individuals.
BCAAs (from whey)
Leucine, isoleucine, and valine are used by muscles during and after exercise and may help reduce muscle protein breakdown.
Caution: Excessive amino acid intake without adequate fluids may lead to digestive upset; hydrate well.
How they work together
Whey isolate, concentrate, and hydrolyzed whey deliver fast-digesting complete proteins that provide essential and branched-chain amino acids. Leucine and the other BCAAs act as key signals and building blocks for muscle protein synthesis, aligning quick absorption with the amino acids muscles use most after training.
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. If you have kidney concerns or are on a protein-restricted plan, discuss protein intake with a healthcare provider before use.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
What customers say
Rich chocolate taste
Many say the flavor is enjoyable and tastes like a chocolate milkshake, especially when mixed with milk.
Mixes smoothly
Users report a smooth texture that dissolves easily without clumps.
May not suit everyone for results
Some experiences vary regarding noticeable fitness outcomes like muscle tone or recovery speed.
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.
AI generated. Not medical advice.
Overview
- For Muscle Support & Recovery
- 24 g Protein Per Serving
- Artificially Flavored
- 100% of The Protein From Whey
- Protein Powder Drink Mix
- Gluten Free
- Authentic Optimum Nutrition Product
- Informed Choice - We Test, You Trust
- Regularly Tested For Banned Substances
- No Artificial Growth Hormones*
Why Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein™?
- 1 g Sugar
- 120 Calories
- 5.5 g BCAAs**
- The Gold Standard® for protein quality has fueled billions of workout recoveries worldwide.
- 24 g of high quality protein per serving to help build muscle‡.
- Whey Protein Isolate (WPI) is the primary ingredients 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.
**Naturally Occurring Amino Acids
‡When taken over time with regular resistance training.
^No significant difference has been shown between milk derived from rBST-treated and non-rBST treated cows.
Specifications
- First available: 01/2011
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Shipping weight:
2.57 kg
- Product code: OPN-02866
- UPC: 748927028669
- Package quantity: 2,290 g
- Dimensions: 28.8 x 20.6 x 20.4 cm , 2.57 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), cocoa powder (processed with alkali), sunflower and/or soy lecithin, natural and artificial flavor, acesulfame potassium.
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, settling will occur.
Disclaimer
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| Nutrition Facts | |||
| Serving Size: 31 g (About 1 Scoop) | |||
| Servings Per Container: 74 | |||
| 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 | 3 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | <1 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1 g | ||
| Protein | 24 g | 48% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 200 mg | 4% | |
| Not a significant source of trans fat, added sugars and vitamin D. | |||
| *The % Daily Values 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. | |||