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title: "Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Muscle Building and Recovery Protein Powder With Naturally Occurring Glutamine and Amino Acids, Extreme Milk Chocolate, 71 Servings, 2.27kg, Packaging May Vary"
brand: "optimum nutrition"
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# Naturally occurring BCAAs & glutamine Extreme milk chocolate flavor, crave-worthy 24g fast-absorbing protein per scoop Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Muscle Building and Recovery Protein Powder With Naturally Occurring Glutamine and Amino Acids, Extreme Milk Chocolate, 71 Servings, 2.27kg, Packaging May Vary

**Brand:** optimum nutrition
**Price:** KSh60517
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🍫💥 Fuel your grind with the gold standard in whey protein!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Muscle Building and Recovery Protein Powder With Naturally Occurring Glutamine and Amino Acids, Extreme Milk Chocolate, 71 Servings, 2.27kg, Packaging May Vary by optimum nutrition
- **How much does it cost?** KSh60517 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- optimum nutrition enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted optimum nutrition brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Muscle Fuel, Fast & Clean:** 24g whey protein isolate-driven formula powers rapid muscle gain and recovery.
- • **Convenience Meets Performance:** Easy mixability and 71 servings per tub keep you fueled from morning to post-workout.
- • **Clinically Trusted & Certified:** Informed Choice certified to keep your fitness journey clean and reliable.
- • **Flavor That Fits Your Lifestyle:** Extreme milk chocolate taste that blends smoothly with water, milk, or your favorite recipes.
- • **Low Sugar, Low Fat, High Impact:** Optimized macros with minimal sugar and fat for lean gains without compromise.

## Overview

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey is the world’s best-selling protein powder, delivering 24 grams of fast-absorbing whey protein isolate per serving. Packed with naturally occurring BCAAs and glutamine, it supports muscle growth and recovery while being low in sugar and fat. Available in an irresistible extreme milk chocolate flavor, this Informed Choice certified formula offers 71 convenient servings per 2.27kg tub, perfect for busy professionals balancing fitness and life.

## Description

Product Description Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% WHEY is the world’s best-selling protein powder*. Quick and easy to prepare, our high-quality whey protein is ideal for boosting your protein intake at breakfast, and kick-start muscle protein synthesis before your workout and as part of your recovery routine**. ON whey protein powder is Informed Choice certified and is proven to help you stay on track with your fitness goals. Our award-winning formula contains naturally occurring BCAAs and glutamine, plus 24 grams of high-quality, fast-absorbing whey protein powder with whey protein isolate as the main ingredient that helps with muscle gain and supports recovery* after every training session. Designed for the goal-focused athlete, fitness lovers and those who are looking to get into shape, our ON pre-workout protein powder comes in a variety of great-tasting flavours: double rich chocolate, banana cream, vanilla ice cream, white chocolate raspberry, delicious strawberry and many more. Low quantities of sugar and fat keep things on the healthy side. Gold Standard Whey’s ready-to-mix formula means you can enjoy it any time of day, whether as protein shakes or as an addition to your favourite meals and drinks – our unflavoured protein powder is perfect to create your own tasty recipies. Gold standard whey protein is available in a range of different serving sizes and easy to prepare: simply mix one rounded scoop in 180-240 ml of cold water. ON protein powder is best enjoyed first thing in the morning or/and during the 30 minutes just before or immediately after training. *Source: Euromonitor International Limited; Consumer Health 2023 edition, Sports Protein Powder category, % retail value shares, 2022 data ** Protein supports growth and maintenance of muscle mass: Source EFSA Journal 2010;8(10):1811; 2011;9(6):2203 Ingredients WHEY Protein Blend (91%) [MILK] (WHEY Protein Isolate, WHEY Protein Concentrate, Hydrolysed WHEY Protein Isolate, Emulsifier: SOY Lecithin), Fat-Reduced Cocoa Powder, Flavourings, Sodium Chloride, Thickener (Xanthan Gum), Sweetener (Sucralose). allergen info: WHEY , MILK, SOY P.when('A').execute(function(A) { A.on('a:expander:toggle_description:toggle:collapse', function(data) { window.scroll(0, data.expander.$expander[0].offsetTop-100); }); }); Directions Add one rounded scoop to 180 to 200 ml of water or your favourite beverage. Safety Warning May contain- Gluten, Egg, Nuts and Peanuts. Legal Disclaimer Not intended for use by persons under age 18. Do not exceed recommended dosage. Keep out of reach of children. Manufacturer Contact Information OPTIMUM NUTRITION 4 Waterside, Citywest Business Campus, Dublin 24, Ireland One Victoria Square, Birmingham, B1 1BD, GB gpncustcare@glanbia.com www.optimumnutrition.com/recycle See more

Review: Great taste, low calories, good price. BEST quality out there! - Effects on training: I ran out of whey powder before I bought this tub on desertcart. I have trained several periods in the last years with and without whey protein (replaced shakes with natural protein sources). I personally like the quick absorption of Optimum Nutrition Whey, the flexibility and creativity it adds to my day-to-day activities and the quality of the product. I have barely any other option to quickly get a protein amount while I am juggling my job, my workouts and my friends. I personally think this whey protein has good effects on my training. (I have gained about 10 lbs of muscle mass in the last 12 months of training - 4 day split). I run 2-3 times a week (approx. 30 minutes). TASTE: I have tried several brands before I discovered Optimum Nutrition. I prefer the Milk CHOCOLATE taste and it really does taste like chocolate. There are sweeteners in this whey but you can't really taste them. Mixing with WATER: Using a SMART SHAKER (tm) - mixes OK with water, there are no lumps and the process is quick. However the TASTE changes a bit if you are using the Milk CHOCOLATE with water only. If you have further questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Mixing with MILK (low-fat 0.3% milk): Using a SMART SHAKER - mixes really well, taste is excellent. No lumps or issues. If you shake it hard enough there will be a little bit of "foam" on top of your shake which is good. Mixing with fruit juice: I have tried MINUTE MAID Orange Juice - mixing was no problem but I personally didn't like the chocolate/orange taste (but I also don't like this combination in chocolate, others love it - just try it out!) Mixing/Combining with Quaker Oats (oatmeal/porridge): ON Double Rich Chocolate with oatmeal adds a great chocolate taste and makes the oatmeal more appealing. However, there is also a floury side taste (similar to mixing with water alone) which is the only downside. I can live with it. NEGATIVE / ADVERSE effects on body, skin or hair: None. Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey 4712 g Double Chocolate Protein Shake Powder monstersupplements also sent me a free shaker and a sample (PhD gain chocolate).
Review: Great for chocolate lovers – My favourite protein! - I have been using Gold Standard Whey for almost 10 years now, and the extreme milk chocolate flavour is definitely one of my favourites. It has a really good chocolate taste, kind of like chocolate milk and I’ve always found this brand trustworthy, so I’ve stuck with it. While it’s not my main protein these days, I still enjoy having it every once in a while. Each scoop has 120 calories, 1.5 grams of fat, 3 grams of carbs (1 gram fibre, 2 grams sugar), and 24 grams of protein. The macronutrient profile is solid, and it’s made up of a blend of proteins, including whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, and whey peptides. Mixing it up is easy, and it smells great as soon as you open it, a nice chocolate aroma without being too sweet or overpowering. It’s smooth and has a good texture, and I like the chocolate flavour intensity, it’s got just the right balance, not too strong or weak. I’d call it the Goldilocks of chocolate flavours, if you will. On a scale of 1 to 10 I’d give this flavour an 8.5 out of 10. If you’re looking for a tasty, reliable chocolate protein, I’d definitely recommend trying the extreme milk Chocolate flavour. Cheers, and happy mixing!

## Features

- Optimum Nutrition’s Gold Standard 100% WHEY is the world’s best-selling protein powder* designed to support your fitness journey from day one
- FAST-ABSORBING whey protein with whey protein isolate as the main ingredient helps with muscle gain and supports recovery* after every training session
- The ON whey protein formula is Informed Choice certified, contains naturally-occurring BCAAs and GLUTAMINE and is LOW IN SUGAR and fat
- Available in a VARIETY OF SIZES and FLAVOURS: double rich chocolate, banana cream, vanilla ice cream, unflavored protein powder and more
- EASY & CONVENIENT: mix one scoop in 180-240 ml of cold water; best enjoyed in the morning or/and during the 30 minutes just before or immediately after training
- *Source: Euromonitor International Limited; Consumer Health 2023 edition, Sports Protein Powder category, % retail value shares, 2022 data
- ** Source EFSA Journal 2010;8(10):1811; 2011;9(6):2203

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| - Saturates | 1.8 g |
| - Sugars | 4.1 g |
| ASIN | B000QSTBNS |
| ASIN  | B000QSTBNS |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Allergen Information | Contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Nut, Peanuts, Soy |
| Best Sellers Rank | 272 in Health & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care ) 7 in Whey Nutrition Protein |
| Brand | Optimum Nutrition |
| Carbohydrate | 6.8 g |
| Country of origin | United Kingdom |
| Country of origin  | United Kingdom |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (5,618) |
| Customer reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (5,618) |
| Date First Available | 9 Jun. 2009 |
| Energy (kJ) | 1554.00 kJ |
| Energy (kcal) | 371.41 kcal |
| Fat | 4.5 g |
| Fibre | 2.5 g |
| Format | Powder |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 1101492 |
| Manufacturer  | Optimum Nutrition |
| Manufacturer contact | OPTIMUM NUTRITION 4 Waterside, Citywest Business Campus, Dublin 24, Ireland One Victoria Square, Birmingham, B1 1BD, GB gpncustcare@glanbia.com www.optimumnutrition.com/recycle |
| Product Dimensions  | 20.48 x 20.48 x 28.38 cm; 2.27 kg |
| Product Name | Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey |
| Protein | 74.0 g |
| Salt | 0.51 g |
| Serving Size | 100 g |
| Units | 2270.0 gram |
| Weight | 2.27 kg |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Optimum Nutrition
- **Diet type:** Gluten Free
- **Flavour:** Extreme Milk Chocolate
- **Item weight:** 2.27 kg
- **Material Type Free:** Gluten Free
- **Product benefits:** Muscle Growth
- **Protein source:** Whey
- **Recommended uses for product:** During Workout, Post-Workout
- **Servings per container:** 71
- **Unit count:** 2270.0 gram

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Flavor** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is protein?**
A: Protein is made up of chains of 20 different amino acids, split into 9 essential amino acids, which cannot be made by the body and need to be eaten from food and 11 non-essential amino acids which the body can make.

**Q: Why is protein important for you?**
A: Protein is an essential nutrient that we can’t live without it. We are literally made of protein, you need it for healthy skin, hair, nails, organs, bones, and muscle, it supports our movement, feeds your immune system and so much more.

**Q: Why Gold Standard 100% Whey?**
A: Optimum Nutrition is the World’s #1 Sports Nutrition brand.* We have been trusted for over 35 years, and conducted over 100k quality and safety checks last year in our own production facilities^. ^Source: based on 2022 outputs

**Q: Whey protein will make me bulky?**
A: False. This is totally untrue, your genetics and your strength training programme dictates how much muscle you build, protein only supports this training.

**Q: Whey protein is bad for my health?**
A: False. There is absolutely no evidence that whey protein causes any negative health effects in healthy adults. Remember, whey protein comes from cheese making and is a food.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great taste, low calories, good price. BEST quality out there!
*by C***N on 12 March 2012*

Effects on training: I ran out of whey powder before I bought this tub on Amazon. I have trained several periods in the last years with and without whey protein (replaced shakes with natural protein sources). I personally like the quick absorption of Optimum Nutrition Whey, the flexibility and creativity it adds to my day-to-day activities and the quality of the product. I have barely any other option to quickly get a protein amount while I am juggling my job, my workouts and my friends. I personally think this whey protein has good effects on my training. (I have gained about 10 lbs of muscle mass in the last 12 months of training - 4 day split). I run 2-3 times a week (approx. 30 minutes). TASTE: I have tried several brands before I discovered Optimum Nutrition. I prefer the Milk CHOCOLATE taste and it really does taste like chocolate. There are sweeteners in this whey but you can't really taste them. Mixing with WATER: Using a SMART SHAKER (tm) - mixes OK with water, there are no lumps and the process is quick. However the TASTE changes a bit if you are using the Milk CHOCOLATE with water only. If you have further questions please do not hesitate to contact me. Mixing with MILK (low-fat 0.3% milk): Using a SMART SHAKER - mixes really well, taste is excellent. No lumps or issues. If you shake it hard enough there will be a little bit of "foam" on top of your shake which is good. Mixing with fruit juice: I have tried MINUTE MAID Orange Juice - mixing was no problem but I personally didn't like the chocolate/orange taste (but I also don't like this combination in chocolate, others love it - just try it out!) Mixing/Combining with Quaker Oats (oatmeal/porridge): ON Double Rich Chocolate with oatmeal adds a great chocolate taste and makes the oatmeal more appealing. However, there is also a floury side taste (similar to mixing with water alone) which is the only downside. I can live with it. NEGATIVE / ADVERSE effects on body, skin or hair: None. Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey 4712 g Double Chocolate Protein Shake Powder monstersupplements also sent me a free shaker and a sample (PhD gain chocolate).

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for chocolate lovers – My favourite protein!
*by W***S on 1 November 2024*

I have been using Gold Standard Whey for almost 10 years now, and the extreme milk chocolate flavour is definitely one of my favourites. It has a really good chocolate taste, kind of like chocolate milk and I’ve always found this brand trustworthy, so I’ve stuck with it. While it’s not my main protein these days, I still enjoy having it every once in a while. Each scoop has 120 calories, 1.5 grams of fat, 3 grams of carbs (1 gram fibre, 2 grams sugar), and 24 grams of protein. The macronutrient profile is solid, and it’s made up of a blend of proteins, including whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, and whey peptides. Mixing it up is easy, and it smells great as soon as you open it, a nice chocolate aroma without being too sweet or overpowering. It’s smooth and has a good texture, and I like the chocolate flavour intensity, it’s got just the right balance, not too strong or weak. I’d call it the Goldilocks of chocolate flavours, if you will. On a scale of 1 to 10 I’d give this flavour an 8.5 out of 10. If you’re looking for a tasty, reliable chocolate protein, I’d definitely recommend trying the extreme milk Chocolate flavour. Cheers, and happy mixing!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top Quality Protein for the average human!!
*by Z***N on 28 May 2019*

So I am not a super gym freak but I wanted to get healthier over all, so I opted for some additional supplements to help me on my journey. One of these supplements was Optimum Nutrition's Gold Standard 100% WHEY (Extreme Milk Chocolate) I was not only relying on this for my protein intake, real food was also consumed. So I would have 3 meals and 3 shakes a day. After about a week are so I did lose some weight and gain some muscle. It wasn’t a massive improvement but a good start in my eyes. Since then, due to injury, I have not been back to gym but I do still take this supplement occasionally in the week as a quick meal. I like the taste and the nice thing for me is that the protein mixes well in both water and milk. Packaging: Well packaged, comes in a tub. I have seen other in the reviews saying that the seal had been broken when trying to open it. I have bought at least 6 tubs in the last 12 months and never had this happened to me. Product: The flavour I ordered is extreme milk chocolate, I really like the taste and it mixes well. I have used it with water, almond milk and 2% milk all mixed well and tasted great. I find that its not really down to the powders not mixing proper but some people don't use good quality mixers. Pros: *Tastes great *Mixes well *Free scoop in every tub *Good quality protein *Versatile for what you need it for *Packaged well Cons: I haven't had any as of yet. I still have a tub in the kitchen, that I now just use with my meal replacements. Conclusion: If you are looking for a good trusted brand this is a good choice in my opinion. I have used other protein brands in the past but this was the right one for me and I will continue using it. I would definitely recommend this product, whether you are going to gym, playing sports, or just wanting to add additional protein boost to your diet.

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