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100% Whey Protein - Gold Standard
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Flavor: Strawberry | Size: 2 lbs

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Optimum Nutrition's 100% Whey Protein contains 24 grams of protein, only 2-3 grams of carbohydrates, 1.5 grams of fat and minimal lactose, the choice of brand is clear, now to decide what flavor and size! Optimum's 100% Whey Protein comes in 1, 2 and 5 pound containers and is available in Double Rich Chocolate, Chocolate Mint, Cookies and Cream, Strawberry and Vanilla.



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Flavor: Strawberry | Size: 2 lbs
  • Item Weight: 2.4 pounds
  • Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • ASIN: B0014F6NVA
  • UPC: 748927028645
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (583 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #4,720 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

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97 of 102 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This Stuff is the 'Whey" to Go, April 23, 2010
This review is from: 100% Whey Protein - Gold Standard (Health and Beauty)
What is it? A big jug of protein powder! In fact, you get over 5 lbs!

Okay, you know its protein, and the label says "Whey"- but what exactly is whey? Well, whey, or milk plasma, is the liquid remaining after milk has been curdled and strained. Most of us know that milk has protein in it, so the stuff in the big black jug here is essentially a milk protein.

So what's the big deal about whey protein? Well, supposedly whey has the ability to be digested quickly, which allows the protein to become available very quickly. Most people use it after workouts to help increase the levels of amino acids in the blood, which are taken up by the muscles to help repair and rebuild them.

As you can tell, people who are physically active are probably going to need this stuff the most. Physical activity normally breaks down the tissues of the body as you use it, and since protein is the building blocks of your tissues, well, lots of physical activity equals higher protein needs. How much more protein athletes need above and beyond sedentary people is a matter of controversy- as is the protein requirements of bodybuilders. However please keep in mind that high protein intake can be hard on your kidneys, because they're the organ that has to deal with this stuff the most, so if you have any kind of kidney issues (i.e. your creatinine is sky high), it'd be best to check with a doc before ingesting huge quantities of protein.

On to the specifics of this particular protein powder. To use it, you simply mix it with water, or any liquid for that matter- then throw it down the hatch. Does it taste good? Well, some people like it and some people don't- me telling you that I like it won't mean much in this case.

Anyway, when all is said and done, this is a decent source of protein for people who don't have time to eat huge chunks of meat, large quantities of eggs, or drink gallons of milk. At 24 grams of protein a serving, this product packs a whallop that can go a long way to help make healthy tissue stronger, or injured tissue healthy. Also recommend Treat Your Own Tennis Elbow if tendinitis interferes with your workouts or activities.


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184 of 227 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Some Good, Some Bad, and But Not Ugly..., February 13, 2008
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This review is from: Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey, Double Rich Chocolate, 5.15-Pound (Health and Beauty)
I like this product. Let me first start by saying that I do not think this is "the BEST" protein product ever. However, I've tried many protein products and this comes rather close.

In my honest opinion, "the BEST" protein product out there would have to be "Profect" by Protica Research. It's actually the stuff used by gastric bypass patients. It's 25 grams of high-absorb protein in only 2.7 fluid oz that literally tastes like fruit candy. But, it's way too expensive and a two-months supply can set you back a couple of hundred bucks easily. Because of this, it's better suited strictly toward its medical purposes.

This product is also not the "most cost-effective". There are plenty of other whey products out there that are much much cheaper and have just as much protein content, but they all pretty much taste like doo doo. What's the point in torturing yourself to save a few bucks? Cost is definitely an important factor, but not the most important.

Apart from all of the hype and apart from all of the hate, I would say that I really do like this product. It tasted a bit gross with just plain water, but when I added it to a cup of enriched soymilk, I couldn't tell the difference between it and a regular kid's chocolate milk shake. That is amazing. And this product did mix pretty well. I usually have problems with that when it comes to powdered shakes and it's always great when you can get a shake that doesn't just sit on the bottom of the cup and cement while everything else just floats to the top. I even added a serving of Benefiber fiber supplement, and it still didn't clump up.

One problem that I have with this product is that it does use artificial sweeteners, but I'll let that slide for now, since I don't intake too many products with them anyway. Still, it is a cause for concern for those you who want to avoid such things in your diet entirely.

Overall, 4 of of 5 stars. I'm pleased but not impressed. This product is definitely one of the superior brands out there but most definitely not a "gold standard". A lot could be done to improve it.
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165 of 214 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Tastes Great - but contains artificial sweeteners, September 2, 2006
By Kevin M. Hubbard (Issaquah, WA United States) - See all my reviews
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This stuff tastes Great ( I've used both Double-Chocolate and Strawberry mixed in with Vanilla Yogurt or Milk ). My only complaint is that they are sweetened with artificial sweeteners ( Sucralose aka "Splenda" for Strawberry, Acesulfame Potassium aka "Sweet One" for Double-Rich-Chocolate ). Amazon does not mention this and it is not spelled out on the container itself ( only listed under ingredients with their chemical names). I'm concerned as there have been no long-term human studies conducted to determine the potential health effects of Splenda on humans. Until long-term human studies are conducted, no one will know for sure whether Splenda is really safe or unsafe for humans to eat. Unfortunately, used in a Protein powder, a person is likely to consume quite a bit of this stuff (3-4 servings a day for me). They have a Natural Whey product with no artificial sweeteners that I think I will switch to ( contains natural fructose instead ).
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1.0 out of 5 stars Strawberry Flavor Contains Splenda
Someone else already put down a good review discussing the use of sucralose (Splenda). I'm wishing I had seen that before I placed my order. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Best Protein Product on Market
I've been using this product for more than one year and it's done great things. The quality of the protein is really good and the taste is great. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Protein, Great Results
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great whey product
I'm not expert on supplements or anything, but I can say that this is a great product. It mixes very well with most things and the double chocolate flavor is tasty. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Delicious Mix
I based my 5 stars on the taste..just got the mint mix. I want to address any bad reviews of this mint chocolate whey protein mix. I don't get people. Read more
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3.0 out of 5 stars Good product, poor service
Tastes great, easy to make and well priced. I ordered 2 tubs and it wasn't delivered within the ETA time frame. I wrote to the seller multiple times with no response. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great Product / Great Taste
I was buying this product from [...] and found it on Amazon at a great price with free shipping. I tried the Wal-Mart stocked Whey, which is Body Fortress and it does not even... Read more
Published 5 days ago by AC-DC Fan

4.0 out of 5 stars great price
THIS PRODUCT WORKS GREAT AT A GREAT PRICE, ONLY ONE PROBLEM ITS TO THICK. YOU HAVE TO USE THE BLENDER IN ORDER TO DRINK IT OR ELSE YOU END UP WITH CHUNKS AT THE BOTTOM OF YOUR... Read more
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I heard about Whey Protein when I started working out at the gym. I could definitely feel the improvement and energy after using this product for a week. Read more
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