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Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs

Sustained-Release Protein Blend. Aspartame Free. Undenatured Whey Protein Micellar Casein and Egg Albumin. Vital Nutrition For Health & Recover. Best Tasting Protein... Guaranteed. Glutamine Peptides. Mixes Instantly. The Problem: Protein powders that are low in quality contain fat-inducing maltodextrin taste horrible require a blender to mix properly and contain only one very fast-acting protein. No doubt that most of these products are cheap but who wants to gag something down day after day that's neither convenient nor beneficial? The Solution: Matrix protein powder. Taking years to properly formulate Matrix solves all of the problems currently afflicting those other low grade protein powders. Most importantly we completely stayed away from cheap inferior protein sources such as denatured sodium and calcium caseinate. We knew that to be the best we had to use only the highest quality protein sources such as ultrafiltered whey protein ultrafiltered milk protein native egg albumin and glutamine peptides. The costs are much higher but the rewards are significant.  These proteins not only taste great but they are unmatched in their ability to improve overall health as well as build critical bodily tissues and processes. To make the highest quality product in the industry we knew they had to do even more. We decided that we would not settle for anything but the best tasting protein powder on the market. After countless trials we arrived at several delicious flavors that are pure ecstasy to consume. Completing our solution to the problem Matrix is thoroughly instantized so that every scoop dissolves perfectly in your favorite beverage. No more disgusting clumps or blenders that dirty your kitchen...with Matrix you only need a spoon!
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21 out of 22(95%)customers recommend this product.
Customer reviews for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Review 1 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Yarden
fromKefar Sava, Israel
Age:18-24
Gender:Female
Great quality
 May 3, 2013
"Good quality and logical price."
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Review 2 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
chaoz
fromisrael
Age:25-34
Gender:Male
very fast shipping
 April 27, 2013
"good testing"
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Review 3 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
MAC13
fromWisconsin
Age:35-44
Gender:Female
Mixes Great
 March 22, 2013
"This protein mix is great tasting and mixes great with water."
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Review 4 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
ibike
fromJonesborough, Tn
Age:45-54
Gender:Female
Tastes great
 February 2, 2013
"The vanilla flavor goes great with almond milk. Mix in some strawberries and I have a delicious shake that keeps me full."
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Review 5 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
lynh64
fromOntario, Canada
Age:45-54
Gender:Female
Great product
 November 28, 2012
"Tastiest protein you'll ever have. I personally mix mine with 2 scoops of protein powder, 8 frozen strawberries, a banana, 1 cup of cold water and 8 icecubes. Throw this in a blender and you have what tastes like a Dairy Queen Strawberry Banana Blizzard. Love it. Have been on it for 4 years and never intend to go back to anything else."
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Review 6 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Hodi
Tastes great
 August 19, 2012
"Tastes great! The only drawback that it leaves little foam after mixing"
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Review 7 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
abelthetaster
Age:35-44
Gender:Male
Is an ok protein powder.
 July 23, 2012
"This protein powder mixes very well. The taste is good but not that good. You can mix it with a spoon and it'll mix well. I'd recommend it ."
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Review 8 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
CalYooper
fromUP & CA
Age:45-54
Gender:Male
Good Stuff
 July 3, 2012
"Good protein [no soypoison]
Good taste
Easy mix in shaker
. . . and
Great Price !
hard to beat combo
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Review 9 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
3 / 5
3 / 5
Value:
4 / 5
4 / 5
Quality:
4 / 5
4 / 5
Effectiveness:
4 / 5
4 / 5
Wally72
fromChicago
Age:35-44
Gender:Male
Daily supplement usage:1-2 supplements daily
Referral source:Self-referred
Duration of use:30-60 days
Bad Chemical After-Taste
 June 4, 2012
"I love the Matrix Cookies-n-Creme and decided to try the Vanilla. I am not overly critical typically, but the chemical after-taste on the vanilla is overwhelming if used alone. I now have to mix something in the vanilla to kill the lingering chemical taste. While not a bad product, I had much higher hopes after using the other Matrix flavors."
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Review 10 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
benisrael
fromisrael
Age:25-34
Gender:Male
amazing!
 March 26, 2012
"amazing taste! good price!"
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Review 11 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
mgweston
fromDayton, OH
Age:35-44
Gender:Male
Simply Delicious
 April 20, 2010
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"This protein is great all by itself or as a mix-in. It makes smoothies silky smooth and doesn't chunk up in the glass either. I have tried many protein blends and this is by far the best I have come across. I finally found something that provides everything I'm looking for in a supplement!"
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Review 12 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
Grommy
fromTexas
Age:45-54
Gender:Female
Mostly Good
 February 14, 2010
"The vanilla nectar is not very good in water or regular milk. The whey taste isn't awful but it is still a little strong. But this is a great protein for the fat free chocolate milk I buy. It tastes great in that. I also like to add it to smooties ... It is my favorite vanilla flavored protein, though. And it mixes really good w/a good shaker cup. Check out the ones on this sight. They are awesome!"
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Review 13 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
mtp123
Great shake
 January 30, 2010
"This is the best powder I've ever used. It is great mixed with water and there is no gritty taste. I've used it in oatmeal and in my pancakes to have some variety in the morning."
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Review 14 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
shrinkingfluffy
fromTennessee
Age:45-54
Gender:Female
syntrax matrix simply vanilla
 October 4, 2009
"The best protien powder I have tried. I love this stuff! Great for a breakfast on the go. I disolve it in water then add it to my coffee as creamer. It is the bomb! Great as a shake plain or very versatile adding your favorite fruits or flavors to punch it up. I highly recommend it!"
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Review 15 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Pams57
fromRamona, California
Age:55-64
Gender:Female
Great Tasting Protein
 June 29, 2009
"I have tried many different brands/flavors and this is by far the BEST of them all. I drink at least 3 protein drinks per day and never get tired of this one. No after taste, mixes great with soy milk and coffee (my favorite). If you are looking for a protein drink you can like, this one is it!"
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Review 16 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
BootcampMama
Awesome Product
 May 2, 2009
"After trying several other brands of protein shakes, this is by far the best! It mixes well and tastes great even when mixed with water. Throw in some fruit and you'll have the most nutritious and awesome tasting smoothie ever."
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Review 17 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Doragon
fromSouth MS
Age:45-54
Gender:Female
Wonderful stuff
 March 19, 2009
"I've been using this product for over a year now and love it. I keep chocolate and vanilla in stock and flavor them with sugar-free syrups which they take very well. It blends well, leaves no grit in the bottom of the glass and has no yucky after taste. Also, when I add fresh or frozen fruit I'm good to go for 5 to 6 hours."
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Review 18 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
4 / 5
4 / 5
fire1
fromFlorida
Good Quality Protein Source
 February 11, 2009
"As advertised, dissolves easily and throughly without lumping. Calorie count is low, which is the desirable aspect for me, along with not using artificial sweeteners. The protein content is lower per volume than some others, but that makes dividing into daily portions easier. On whole, a bargain with excellent quality."
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Review 19 for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Overall rating:
5 / 5
5 / 5
Dodie1
fromAppleton, WI
Age:35-44
Gender:Female
Very Good Powder
 December 18, 2008
"I use the powders in a blender with ice cubes and a bit of sugar free pudding. This powder mixes well and doesn't have that "protein" taste. It's excellant mixed with pumpkin puree, cinnamon and butterscotch pudding; more ice gives it a thicker ice cream like consistancy."
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Ratings-only reviews for Syntrax Matrix® 5.0 Simply Vanilla -- 5 lbs
Based on the average of (3) ratings-only reviews
Overall rating:
4.7 / 5
4.7 / 5
3 out of 3 recommend this product