Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Vanilla, 5.46 lbs

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla Ice Cream is formulated with a high-quality protein blend designed to support muscle recovery and daily protein intake. The primary ingredients include whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, and whey peptides, which provide fast-absorbing protein sources. Flavor and sweetness are added using natural and artificial flavors, along with sucralose and acesulfame potassium as non-sugar sweeteners. To support mixability, the formula includes lecithin (from soy or sunflower). Salt is added for flavor balance, and lactase is included to help improve digestibility for individuals sensitive to lactose.

Serving Size: 1 scoop (31g)
Servings Per Container: About 80
Calories: 120 per serving

From a nutritional standpoint, each 31-gram scoop of Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder in Vanilla Ice Cream flavor provides 1g of total fat, which represents approximately 1% of the Daily Value, including 0.5g of saturated fat at about 3% of the Daily Value, and 0g of trans fat. Cholesterol content is 35mg per serving, contributing roughly 12% of the Daily Value. Sodium is 130mg, accounting for approximately 6% of the Daily Value. Total carbohydrates are 3g per serving, or about 1% of the Daily Value. This includes 1g of total sugars, with 1g of added sugars, representing approximately 2% of the Daily Value for added sugars. Dietary fiber is less than 1g. Protein content is 24g per serving, which is the primary nutritional focus of this product.

In terms of micronutrients, Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey provides calcium at approximately 10% of the Daily Value, supporting bone health and muscle function, along with potassium at about 6% of the Daily Value, which supports normal muscle contraction and fluid balance. Iron and vitamin D are present only in trace amounts. Overall, this whey protein powder is a high-quality, protein-dense supplement formulated to support muscle recovery, strength training, and daily protein intake, with a lean macronutrient profile and minimal sugar and fat, making it well suited for regular use in fitness-focused nutrition plans.