| Reviews : Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey, Double Rich Chocolate, 5.15-Pound Tub |
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey, Double Rich Chocolate, 5.15-Pound Tub Product By Optimum Nutrition Available From 25 Sellers |
Technical Details
- One 5.15-pound tub of chocolate-flavored whey protein
- Packed with whey protein isolates
- For maintaining and increasing lean muscle mass
- Instantized to mix easily with a spoon
- Each serving provides over 5 grams of BCAAs
Product Description
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.* Picture may be of different size or flavor
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Customer Reviews
By S. Surbrook (Memphis, TN)
I have been using Optimum Nutrition's 100% Whey Protein (off and on, depending on my current need) for a number of years now. As others have noted here about protein powders, you need to consider what your real NEEDS are and buy accordingly.
Let's face it, unless you are a truly elite athlete (and the vast majority of us are not), you really only need a protein powder to supplement your protein intake while controlling your calorie intake. The best protein sources are properly prepared foods, but they often come with a cost... extra calories, the wrong kinds of fats, allergens (gluten, nuts, egg, etc.), etc. Hence, the need for supplemental protein powders.
I have tried a great many powders. I have spent a great deal more than this product and somewhat less. However, even when I was body building (at a high level) I found one "truth". It was almost impossible to tell the difference, in my body's progress, between the various protein powders. Other factors were much more important (proper balance of exercise vs recuperation time, exercise programs, matching a training regimen to body type, etc.).
That is not to say that there is no difference between protein powders, but that the difference is generally NOT in the way your body responds to the supplement in your exercise program. The difference that the vast majority of people WILL recognize are, IMO (in no particular order):
1. Taste - Taste is very important. If a product doesn't taste good you won't use it long-term. A good tasting product also offers a greater variety of preparation options (e.g. it will taste better with just plain water when you are really trying to control calories). Finally, if you insist on using other supplements that don't taste good in preparation, you can mix them with this product for a better taste. Some protein powders I have tried tasted like poorly flavored, bitter, and acidic chalk. Maybe they were actually better than my experience with them showed, but the taste made me glad to find something (anything!) else.
My personal favorite flavors in this brand are the Double Chocolate and Chocolate Mint.
2. Digestibility - Usually, this is noticeable in various forms of digestive upset. I cannot tell you how many other types of protein powders I have tried and had gas, indigestion, reflux, etc. and/or all as a result.
This powder is, in my experience very digestible so long as you do not ingest an overly large amount at any one time. This is true for all forms of protein (protein needs HCL to be properly broken down into the amino acids your body actually uses), I have found this product to provide a noticeably lower level of digestive upset than other products I have tried.
3. Basic Metabolic Needs - Most protein powders on the market are WAY overkill when it comes to meeting the body's training needs. People tend to think that some of the "better" products (those that tend to have high calorie counts relative to gram of protein) are good because they make them feel as though they are stronger/have more energy. What is likely really happening (YMMV), is that the product is partially compensating for their not getting enough rest. This is why many of these same people get injured frequently.
I used to have a pamphlet written by Arnold Schwartzenegger when he had temporarily changed his name to Arnold Strong and in it he made a very interesting observation relating to the importance of proper rest relative to very hard workouts:
"Don't run if you can walk,
don't walk if you can stand,
don't stand if you can sit,
don't sit if you can lie down,
don't lie down if you can sleep."
While a good workout is important to physical development, so is PROPER rest! It will help you progress quicker AND help prevent injuries.
4. Value - How well does the protein powder meet the other three needs vs how much it costs. This is where this product "hits it out of the park". IMO, it meets the first three listed needs in a more than "good enough" manner while still being very reasonably priced. A solid value!
In these four categories, I have yet to find a comparable product. Buy this one and I strongly doubt you will be disappointed!
For additional reading, an excellent, if old book to look at is Dr. Franco Columbu's (a good friend of Arnold Schwartzeneger's from the "Pumping Iron" days) book, The Bodybuilder's Nutrition Book. While it is becoming a bit dated, the basics of the book lay out a good foundation for off-competition training. Also, while the title implies the book is only for body builder's, any athlete who is striving to improve and understand their body's nutritional needs will find this book helpful! Dr. Columbu is a doctor of chiropractic and has a PhD in Nutrition in addition to his years of experience as a top level competitive bodybuilder.
Disclaimer: I have no financial interest or personal relationship in/with any of the products discussed in this review.
By J. Brand (Lou KY)
Use milk instead of water. Tastes better. Doesn't take much, maybe a cup or less per scoop!
By N. Moorgan (Trinidad and Tobago)
Great product I use this Gold Standard Whey as a daily dietary supplement and found the brand to be one of the better on the market. Will continue to buy this product
By Kerry K. Daniel (st.lucia)
whey is a very good source of protein but trust me whey choosing please think of the taste the vanilla ice creams only smells nice when you open up the container but tastes disgusting.
By michael miller (new braunfels, tx)
The container is like the size of a 55 gallon drum, hence the price. You get a lot of mix. Taste pretty good for a protein shake.
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