Whey Protein Isolates as the Primary Protein Source. Lactase and other Digestive Enzymes. With Faster-Acting HydroWhey®. Since the very beginning, Optimum Nutrition has raised the standard by which all other whey protein supplements are judged. Now they're raising the bar again with the 3rd generation of ON Natural 100& Whey Protein: ON Natural 100% Whey Gold Standard™. Like its predecessors, this canister of ON Natural 100% Whey Gold Standard™ contains Optimum Nutrition's exclusive, proprietary blend of... Microfiltered Whey Protein Isolates. Ion-exchange Whey Protein Isolates. Ultrafiltered Whey Protein Concentrate. HydroWhey®Hydrolyzed Whey Peptides. To give you more of what you want (pure, unadulterated whey protein) with less of what you don't (fat, saturated fat, cholesterol, lactose, and other carbohydrates) with every serving. The container you are holding in your hands is no exception. In fact, ON Natural 100% Whey Gold Standard™ is BETTER THAN EVER! Here's why:. ON Natural 100% Whey Gold Standard™ provides More Whey Protein Isolates (WPI) - the purest and most expensive source of whey protein available. Higher Protein Percentage. ON Natural 100% Whey Gold Standard™ has always been a leader in this respect. Now with 24 grams of protein in just slightly over a one-ounce serving, it's over 76% protein by weight! They've included HydroWhey® strategically hydrolyzed, low molecular weight whey peptides to make ON Natural 100% Whey Gold Standard™ even Faster Acting! ON Natural 100% Whey Gold Standard™ contains Lactase and Aminogen® digestive enzymes to further enhance absorption and make this product even more friendly to lactose intolerant individuals. ON Natural 100% Whey Gold Standard™ is Instantized to mix easily and completely with just a few twirls of a spoon. Every serving supplies even MORE low, moderate, and high molecular weight, biologically active Whey Protein Microfractions including Alpha-lactalbumin, Glycomacropeptides, Beta-lactoglobulin, Immunoglobulin G (IgG), Lactoferrin, Lactoperoxidase, and various growth factors. Over 4 grams of Glutamine & glutamine precursors and more than 5 grams of BCAA's (Leucine, Isoleucine, and Valine) in each scoop
Average Customer Rating:
4.7 out of 5
26 of 30 (87%) customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Top 100 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
October 30, 2009
By Rachellefrom Colorado
"More protein per serving than most. Good tasting. I add 1.5 cup water, .5 cup pineapple juice, banana, egg, 1 tsp. liquid iron, and a squirt of liquid omega. This sounds weird, but I like to drink my shake while eating a chocolate bar. Ha! It takes all kinds, right? I've been using this product for over two years, and I am very satisfied."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
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Review 2 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
whey good,October 19, 2009
By hostilefrom Cape Coral,Florida
"great flavor,great price and alot of product for the money.also love that is a natural product,no artificial sweetners."
Age:
35-44
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Male
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Review 3 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great product,September 9, 2009
By DLRProfrom St. Louis, Missouri
"Compared to other Whey Proteins on the market I have found this to be the cleanest (no additives, artificial ingredients) on the market at the price level purchased. I would definitely, and have, recommended this product to others. I use for body building, but, can be a viable product for weight lose as well."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
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Review 4 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Excellent Quality & Good Tasting, Too,August 17, 2009
By BodybuildingRNfrom New England
"I've been using this supplement for several years - it's free of artificial ingredients and is a good value. I use a scoop before my workout (I add a spoonful of instant coffee to it to give me a liitle boost :D)), and have another serving after my workout (mixed w/ 5 g of NSI L-Glutamine.) I like the taste, find it easy to mix in a shaker bottle, and I definitely believe it helps w/ muscle-building and recovery."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
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Review 5 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Protein!,June 4, 2009
By Anonymousfrom Lv, Lv
"I bought this for my fiance, and I. The taste is really great, it isn't as sweet as some might be used to, I however prefer that. :) This keeps me full until my next meal."
Age:
25-34
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Female
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Review 6 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Very Good Protein,April 23, 2009
By Slinkfrom Muncie, IN
"One of the few products I could find that didn't have artificial sweeteners or the cheaper protein concentrate as the primary source of protein. It is mostly protein isolate (not sure of the exact % though) with protein concentrate secondary. Also, tastes great, mixes very well with water, and pretty well with milk. Price is very good too."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
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Review 7 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
2
out of 5
Not good but not bad,March 29, 2009
By kevindfrom Kentucky
"This mix is neither good nor bad but I just didn't like the flavor, even when mixed with fruit, peanut butter, yogurt etc. I defenetly would not drink it alone. I tried mixing it with just water in a shaker before a workout and I hade to force myself to drink it. So buyer beware I would go with a different flavor unless your tastebuds are different than mine."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Male
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Review 8 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Another great ON product,March 28, 2009
By bigfootinindianafrom Indiana, USA
"Great product for the price per serving, my only complaint was that the taste is a little off with the vanilla. I guess that is a result of it being "natural". The regular gold standard has a much better taste. I found that mixing a little Stevia in each serving made it more palatable. Still it's hard to go wrong with any ON product."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Male
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Review 9 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
A great protein, but the taste...,March 2, 2009
By peequodfrom San Francisco, CA
"is not pleasant. Mixing it with water? Can be done with little clumping as it is instantized--not sure that's a word. Good for a pure protein additive, not a meal replacer. No protein powder I've ever tasted--and I've tasted quite a few-- beats Muscle Milk for taste and I'm not being paid to say that."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
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Review 10 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great!,February 7, 2009
By Kassfrom Orem, UT
"Great flavor, super easy to mix, keeps me full. Great quality"
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Female
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Review 11 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great product,August 13, 2008
By Lloydfrom Atlanta
"This is a superior protein compared to the other brands I have pruchased. The powder is milled so finely it does not clump up like other brands. In my opinion this is one of the most important features of the product."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Male
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Review 12 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Excellent Protein Supplement,August 1, 2008
By Train2Fight
"If you're looking for a good, basic whey protein supplement, I would highly recommend this product. This natural version contains no artificial sweetners, colors or flavors so it's a better alternative to the typical whey supplement."
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Male
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Review 13 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Top 500 Contributor
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Great Protein,July 12, 2008
By skynyrd
"Good quality natural protein. Have tried many protein powders and optimum is the best. It mixes well with shaker/blender, no lumps. Without any artificial sweetners it is not as sweet as other proteins, but after a week of taking it you don't even really notice. My kids also love blending shakes with this, with no worry about the sweetners!"
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Male
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Review 14 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
4
out of 5
Tastes good, but a little thin,June 8, 2008
By PrinceAlifrom California
"If you mix this with milk, it tastes great. I use a shaker and it dissolves completely. When mixed with water, it tastes too thin and watery. EAS whey protein tastes much richer, but it does have an extra gram of fat per serving. Overall it's really good, but if you want a good tasting drink mix it with milk or try EAS."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
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Review 15 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Nice qualty/taste and price,May 16, 2008
By SwolePatrolfrom San Diego
"make sure you get the one that is artificial sweetener free-- mixes easily, tastes good or mixes easily with juices and skim milk. . ."
Age:
35-44
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Male
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Review 16 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Whey Works,May 9, 2008
By AggieTfrom Davis, CA
"I have been taking Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla at the beginning of summer of 2007 where I weighed in about 125. At the end of of summer I weighed in at 135, gaining a good 10 pounds of muscles. I am attending college right now and hardly found time to work out again until spring quarter where I purchased some more Whey protein and started working out again. I have gained 5 more pounds of muscle in 5 weeks, using Whey protein right after every workout."
Age:
18-24
Gender:
Male
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Review 17 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Best I have found for the money...,May 2, 2008
By tennis5from Atlanta, GA
"No artificial sweetners, natural across the board and the taste is good as whey proteins go...I have tried several others and this one takes the prize. Been taking this protein for a couple years as a supplement to my workout routine. It mixes pretty well with skim milk, soy milk, or water."
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Male
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Review 18 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
The Real Deal,March 6, 2008
By Cruxfrom Upland, CA
"I'm really enjoying this product. It dissolves really well and tastes great! (Vanilla) I put a scoop in my cereal in the mornings and in my mid-day oatmeal. I would definitely recommend this product."
Age:
25-34
Gender:
Male
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Review 19 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
3
out of 5
It took me back...,March 2, 2008
By VitaDudefrom Fort Collins, CO
"I bought the Vanilla flavor based on the taste reviews on this page. I was so excited to get it. Boy was I in for a surprise. This is without a doubt, the worst-tasting protein drink I've had in at least 20 years. It took me back to my first protein drink - before anyone knew how to mask the nastified flavors of straight whey powder. Furthermore is has that chalky texture that makes it almost impossible to get down. I tried mixing it with ice cream and Hershey's syrup, but could not find a palatable combination. On the bright side, Optimum Nutrition does make some great tasting protein drinks. Although people on this site bash the taste of the "Cookies and Cream" I find it the most agreeable - especially when drank warm like hot chocolate. Just make sure you don't get it too hot or it will congeal. Fill a coffee mug with about 7 ounces of water and microwave for only 60 - 70 seconds. Then dump into a water bottle with three scoops of powder (anything but Vanilla), and shake for about five seconds. Pour back into coffee mug through an almost-closed lid to keep the foam out. Enjoy."
Age:
45-54
Gender:
Male
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Review 20 for Optimum Nutrition 100% Gold Standard Whey Protein Vanilla -- 5.15 lbs
Overall Rating:
5
out of 5
Good in coffee,October 6, 2007
By PLadyfrom Arkansas
Value:
4
out of 5
Quality:
5
out of 5
Effectiveness:
5
out of 5
Satisfaction:
5
out of 5
"I had a gastric bypass in 2003. Since then I have been through many protein products. Let me tell you, protein powder that is low in carbs and sugar is just plain nasty. There's no other way to say it. I have settled with and have been very satisfied with Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard for a few years, now. I switch flavors every time I buy. The only way I can drink protein is to add it in my morning coffee. Stirs very well with a small whisk. DO NOT put hot liquid and protein in a shaker. It will explode. And don't put a lid on it when it's hot. It will congeal. EW! If you like iced coffee, you can add ice after you mix. It's good this way, too. Give it a try!"
Age:
35-44
Gender:
Female
Daily supplement usage:
6+ supplements daily
Referral source:
Self-referred
Duration of use:
Over 180 days
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