ON Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein 5 lbs

🧪 Product Overview

Product Name: Optimum Nutrition (ON) Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein – 5 lbs
Brand: Optimum Nutrition
Form: Whey protein powder
Weight: 5 lbs (approx. 2.27 kg)
Servings per Tub: ~70–74 servings (varies by flavor)
Primary Use: Supports muscle recovery, growth and daily protein intake for athletes and fitness enthusiasts.

📋 Ingredients (What It’s Made Of)

The main ingredients in this whey protein powder are:

🔹 Protein Blend

• Whey Protein Isolate (WPI): Highly purified whey protein that has most of the fat and lactose removed.
• Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC): A slightly less processed protein with good taste and nutrition.
• Whey Peptides / Hydrolyzed Whey: Smaller protein pieces designed to absorb quickly.

🔹 Other Ingredients

• Cocoa powder (processed with alkali) – in chocolate flavors
• Emulsifier: Sunflower and/or soy lecithin (helps powder mix easily in liquid)
• Flavors: Natural and artificial flavoring
• Sweeteners:
  • Sucralose
  • Acesulfame Potassium
• Digestive Enzymes: Some versions include lactase (helps digest lactose) and Aminogen® (optional enzyme blend) (Olympia Me)

💡 Allergens: Contains milk and soy (lecithin).

🍽️ Nutritional Facts (Typical per Serving)

(One scoop ≈ 30–32 g powder)

✅ Low in fat and sugar
✅ High in protein with a strong amino acid profile (including BCAAs & glutamine)

💪 Key Features

🏆 High-Quality Protein

• Each serving delivers 24 grams of protein, which helps support muscle repair and growth.
• Whey isolate is the first ingredient to ensure a high protein percentage.

📈 Amino Acids

• Contains BCAAs (branched-chain amino acids) — important for muscle recovery after workouts.
• Also includes glutamine and its precursors to help reduce muscle breakdown.

🔄 Easy Mixing & Versatile Use

• Instantized formula makes it easy to mix in water, milk, smoothies, or shakes.
• Can be used anytime — pre-workout, post-workout, or between meals. (Olympia Me)

🚀 Digestibility

• Contains lactase enzyme to help people who are mildly sensitive to lactose.
• Generally easy on the stomach with quick absorption. (Olympia Me)

🧃 Typical Flavors Available

• Double Rich Chocolate
• Vanilla Ice Cream
• Strawberry
• Cookies & Cream
• Mocha Cappuccino
• Chocolate Mint
• …and more (varies by seller) (Olympia Me)

📌 How to Use

Mix 1 rounded scoop (approx. 30–32 g) with 6–8 oz (180–240 ml) of cold water, skim milk, or a drink of your choice. You can take it:
✔ After workout
✔ Between meals
✔ Anytime you need extra protein (Olympia Me)