Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard® 100% Whey, Rocky Road, 5 lb (2.27 kg)
UPC: 748927027891
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey is a whey protein powder designed to support muscle recovery and protein intake for active individuals. It provides 24 grams of protein per serving from a blend of whey protein isolate, concentrate, and hydrolyzed whey, with whey protein isolate listed as the primary ingredient. The manufacturer notes it contains 5.5 grams of naturally occurring branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) per serving.
This product is formulated to be fast-digesting and mixes easily with just a glass and spoon. It undergoes banned substance testing through the Informed Choice certification program, which is notable for sports nutrition products. The Rocky Road flavor is one of over 15 flavor options available, including varieties like Double Rich Chocolate, Vanilla Ice Cream, and Cookies & Cream.
Each 5-pound container provides approximately 74 servings based on the standard scoop size. The product is gluten-free and contains artificial sweeteners (sucralose and acesulfame potassium) for flavor. According to the manufacturer, ingredients are sourced from both international and domestic origins.
At a glance
Nutrition Facts
| Ingredient | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | † |
| Total Fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 55 mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 150 mg | 7% |
| Total Carbohydrate | 3 g | 1% |
| Total Sugars | 2 g | † |
| Includes 1 g Added Sugars | — | 2% |
| Protein | 24 g | 48% |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 200 mg | 4% |
| † Daily Value not established | ||
Other Ingredients
Protein blend (whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, hydrolyzed whey protein), cocoa powder (processed with alkali), natural and artificial flavor, sunflower and/or soy lecithin, salt, sucralose, acesulfame potassium.
Contains: Milk and soy
This product contains ingredients of international and domestic origin.
Certifications & Claims
Label Information
Directions, warnings, and other information directly from the product label.
Suggested Use
31.5 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.
Warning
Notice: Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.Contents sold by weight not volume. Settling will occur.Store in a cool, dry place.Serving scoop included, but may settle to the bottom during shipping.
Product Info
- Brand
- Optimum Nutrition
- UPC
- 748927027891
- Package Qty
- 5 lb
- Dimensions
- 11.35 x 8.1 x 8.05 in
- Shipping Weight
- 5.66 lb
- First Available
- 01/2011
