Optimum Nutrition, Gold Standard® 100% Whey Protein, Banana Cream, 2 lb (907 g)
AI overview
AI generated. Not medical advice.What it's for
Muscle support, Post-workout recovery, Daily protein intake
Who it may fit
Active adults and strength trainers looking to conveniently increase daily protein intake.
How to take
Mix about 1 scoop (31 g) with 6–8 fl oz of cold water, milk, or a preferred beverage and stir, shake, or blend for about 30 seconds; use after exercise or anytime to help meet daily protein goals. For better tolerance and taste, many people mix with milk or a smoothie.
Diet / Allergen fit
Gluten Free. Contains: Milk, Soy.
Ingredients explained
Whey protein isolate
Provides essential amino acids, including leucine, which may stimulate muscle protein synthesis after exercise.
Caution: Contains milk proteins; avoid if you have a milk allergy or are sensitive to dairy.
Whey protein concentrate
Supplies a broad spectrum of amino acids that may help rebuild and maintain muscle proteins.
Caution: Contains lactose and milk proteins, which may cause discomfort in people with lactose intolerance or dairy sensitivity.
Hydrolyzed whey protein
Partially broken down peptides may absorb quickly to deliver amino acids for muscle protein building.
Caution: Still a milk-derived ingredient; those with milk allergy should avoid.
How they work together
Whey isolate offers a high-protein, lower lactose option, while concentrate contributes a complete amino acid profile, and hydrolyzed whey provides faster-absorbing peptides. Together they supply quickly available and sustained amino acids that may support post-workout recovery and daily protein needs.
Safety and tips
Label Warning: Use only as a food supplement. Do not use for weight reduction.
Who should be cautious: People with milk or soy allergies should be cautious due to milk and soy ingredients.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
What customers say
Great banana taste and aroma
Many mention a delicious banana cream flavor with a pleasant scent that is not overly sweet for most.
Mixes smoothly in drinks
Frequently noted to dissolve well in water, milk, and juice without clumps.
Artificial or too-sweet flavor for some
A minority report the banana taste feels artificial or sweeter than expected.
Product rankings:
iHerb Quality Promise
This product is guaranteed authentic and backed by our easy returns & refunds policy. Details
Whey Protein Isolate offers a purer protein source, ideal for post-workout recovery, complementing the blend's varied absorption rates.
AI generated. Not medical advice.
Overview
- For Muscle Support & Recovery
- 24g Protein Per Serving
- Artificially Flavored
- 100% of The Protein From Whey
- Protein Powder Drink Mix
- Sport
- Strength Training
- Active Lifestyle
- 2 g Sugar
- 130 Calories
- 5.5 BCAAs**
- Informed Choice - We Test You Trust
- Regularly Tested For Banned Substances
- No Artificial Growth Hormones^
- Gluten Free
Why Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein?
- The GOLD STANDARD® for protein quality has fueled billions of workout recoveries worldwide.
- 24 grams of high-quality protein per serving to help build muscle‡.
- Whey Protein Isolate (WPI) is the primary ingredient with further carbohydrates and fat 'isolated' out.
- 11 grams of naturally occurring Essential Amino Acids (EAAs) to support muscle recovery.
Optimum nutrition® has been trusted to provide the highest quality in post-workout recovery, pre-workout energy, and on-the-go sports nutrition products for over 35 years and in more than 100 countries.
We are obsessed with quality. We sweat the details, scrutinizing every ingredient in every product that we make. We hold ourselves to the highest production standard, all so you can unlock your body's full potential.
^No significant difference has been shown between milk derived from rBST-treated and non-rBST treated cows
**Naturally Occurring Amino Acids
‡When taken over time with regular resistance training
Specifications
- First available: 10/2018
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Shipping weight:
1.16 kg
- Product code: OPN-02956
- UPC: 748927029567
- Package quantity: 907 g
- Dimensions: 25.4 x 15.2 x 15.2 cm , 1.09 kg
Suggested use
- 31 grams: About 1 scoop whey protein powder.
- 6-8 fl oz: Cold water, milk or other beverage.
- 30 seconds: Stir, shake or blend until dissolved.
Gold Standard 100% Whey™ is designed for maximum mixability and superior drinkability.
Consume your shake after exercise or anytime during the day to boost your protein intake
For healthy adults, consume enough protein to meet your daily protein requirements with a combination of high protein foods and protein supplements throughout the day as part of a balanced diet and exercise program.
Other ingredients
Protein blend (whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, hydrolyzed whey protein), natural and artificial flavor, sunflower and/or soy lecithin, salt, acesulfame potassium, sucralose, yellow #5.
Contains: Milk and soy.
This product contains ingredients of international and domestic origin.
Warnings
Notice: Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.
Store in a cool, dry place.
Contents sold by weight not volume. Some settling will occur.
Serving scoop included, but may settle to the bottom during shipping.
Disclaimer
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| Nutrition Facts | ||
| Serving Size: 31 g (about 1 scoop) | ||
| Servings Per Container: 29 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value* | |
| Calories | 120 | |
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 130 mg | 6% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4 g | 1% |
| Total Sugars | 2 g | |
| Protein | 24 g | 48% |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 160 mg | 4% |
| Not a significant source of trans fat, dietary fiber, added sugars, vitamin D and iron. | ||
| *The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | ||