Optimum Nutrition
Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder
Flavor
🍫 Double Rich Chocolate
Key Metrics
| Metric | Value | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| Price per 100g Protein | GBP 4.84 | A |
| Calories per 100g Protein | 500.0 | C |
| Value metric | Result |
|---|---|
| Verdict | Exceptional Value |
| Reason | Premium protein at a budget price |
| Grade | A |
| Current price per 100g protein | £4.84 |
| Lowest market price per 100g | £3.31 |
| Midpoint of market range per 100g | £9.43 |
| Highest market price per 100g | £15.54 |
| Products that are cheaper | 4% |
Premium protein at a budget price
Product Details
- Container Size
- 10 lbs
- Serving Size
- 31.0g
- Protein per Serving
- 24g
- Calories per Serving
- 120
- Total Servings
- 146.3
Ingredients & Label
Nutrition Label:
Ingredients:
- Whey Protein Isolate
- Whey Protein Concentrate
- Hydrolyzed Whey Protein
- Cocoa
- Sunflower Lecithin
- Soy Lecithin
- Flavor (Natural)
- Flavor (Artificial)
- Acesulfame Potassium
About This Product
Gold Standard 100% Whey is Optimum Nutrition's flagship product and
one of the best-selling protein powders worldwide. It uses a blend of
whey protein isolate, concentrate, and peptides to provide 24g of protein
per serving with relatively low fat and carbs. The formula includes added
enzymes (lactase and Aminogen) to support digestion and amino acid absorption.
With over 20 flavors available and excellent mixability, it's designed to
be an everyday protein source for athletes at all levels.
Known for:
- Most popular whey protein globally
- Excellent mixability and taste
- 20+ flavor options available
- Added digestive enzymes
Certifications:
Best for:
- Everyday use
- post-workout recovery
- building muscle mass
Lead Testing & Certification
| Test or certification | Status |
|---|---|
| California Prop 65 | Below Limit |
| Clean Label Project Purity | Certified |
| Consumer Reports | Low |
| Informed Choice | Not Certified |
| Informed Sport | Not Certified |
| Lead Content | 0.3 µg/serving / 1.2 µg/100g protein |
| NSF Certified for Sport | Certified |
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