100% Whey Protein - Gold Standard Overview
When it comes to why protein supplements, it's hard to beat Optimum Nutrition's Gold Standard 100 Percent Whey Protein. Made from premium ingredients, the powdered supplement is designed to deliver dense protein when you need it the most. As one of the most widely recognized whey protein supplements on the market, Gold Standard takes top marks in terms of quality and flavor selection. In addition to standard chocolate, vanilla and strawberry, Gold Standard Whey Protein comes in 19 other flavors to choose from. With more flavors and flavor combinations coming out all the time, this is one whey shake line that won't bore you into slacking on your protein intake.
In addition to great flavor, Gold Standard has what most whey users want; a high-quality blend of whey isolates, whey concentrates and whey peptides. In total, you get 24 grams of protein per serving, about as much as four eggs. Gold Standard contains everything you want and nothing you know you shouldn't have. It is low in cholesterol, fat and lactose, making one of the healthier protein supplements on the market. For an added nutritional boost, Gold Standard 100 Percent Whey Protein is fast-absorbing and contains HYDROWHEY® whey peptides, which increase its biological value (an indicator of how easily and completely the body can utilize a protein). No matter which flavor you pick, you'll also get at least 5 grams of BCAAs to help preserve muscle mass and strength along with glutamine peptides for immune, intestinal and anabolic support.
The bottom line is that 100 Percent Whey Gold Standard is great for building lean body mass, but it's also one of the easiest to use and best-tasting whey protein powders on the market. The powdered supplement is also “instantized” before packaging, so it mixes up very easily with water, milk or your favorite shake. Just use a spoon, a fork, a whisk or a blender to dissolve the powder quickly. Choose your favorite flavor or mix it up by switching varieties depending on your mood. Each flavor of 100 Percent Whey Gold Standard has a similar nutrition profile, so you can change flavors at any time without giving up anything nutritionally. This is a major plus because you'll most likely want to, or even need to, change up your flavors every now and then. With Gold Standard, you don't have to go off searching for a completely new product to have a completely new taste. A typical 100 Percent Whey Gold Standard customer is an experienced trainer or athlete who has been using protein supplements for a very long time. They're tired of vanilla, chocolate and strawberry. The same old flavors get boring, but that doesn't mean you should stop taking protein. Instead, give Gold Standard a try and pick up a new flavor of 100 Percent Whey Isolate Protein today and see why it's going to remain one of the top protein powders on the market and 22 steps ahead of the competition.
100% Whey Protein - Gold Standard Description from Optimum Nutrition
WHY GOLD STANDARD 100% WHEY?
-Packed with 24 grams of high-quality protein per serving to help build muscle.
-Whey Protein Isolate (WPI) is the primary ingredient with further carbs and fat 'isolated' out.
-11 grams of naturally occurring Essential Amino Acids (EAAs) to support muscle recovery.
-The GOLD STANDARD for protein quality, fueling over 2 billion workout recoveries worldwide since 1998.
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| Supplement Facts |
Serving Size: 33 grams
Servings Per Container: 27 |
| Ingredient |
Amount |
% Daily Value** |
| Calories |
130 |
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| Total Fat |
1.5g |
2 |
| -Saturated Fat |
1g |
5 |
| Cholesterol |
35mg |
12 |
| Sodium |
170mg |
7 |
| Total Carbohydrate |
4g |
1 |
| -Dietary Fiber |
<1g |
2 |
| -Total Sugars |
2g |
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| Protein |
24g |
48 |
| Calcium |
130mg |
10 |
| Iron |
0.7mg |
4 |
| Potassium |
220mg |
4 |
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** Percent Daily Value is based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
† Daily Value not established.
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Contains: Milk and Soy.
Gluten Free - Banned Substance Tested
Ingredients:
Protein Blend (Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Hydrolyzed Whey Protein), Cocoa Powder (Processed with Alkali), Natural and Artificial Flavor, Sunflower and/or Soy Lecithin, Salt, Creamer (Sunflower Oil, Maltodextrin, Modified Food Starch, Dipotassium Phosphate, Tricalcium Phosphate, Tocopherols), Acesulfame Potassium, Sucralose.
Manufacturer's Directions
-33 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
For best results, mix up your shake 30-60 minutes after you work out, or have it as an anytime snack in your balanced, high-protein diet.
Manufacturer's Disclaimer
Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.
Store in a cool, dry place.