Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate Malt®

Amino Acids & Protein

Brand: ON Optimum Nutrition

PowderAmino acid/ProteinOn Market
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Net Contents

2 Pound(s)

Serving Size

31 Gram(s)

Servings Per Container

29

Supplement Form

Powder

Bar Code (UPC/SKU)

7 48927 02232 2

Product Version

V.4.232.0419US 6050166

Label Analysis

Objective insights generated automatically from the official DSLD label — a quick, factual read of how this product is formulated and disclosed.

9Active Ingredients

9 distinct active ingredients are disclosed in Supplement Facts.

100%Amount Transparency

Every active ingredient discloses a specific amount per serving.

9% Daily Value Coverage

9 ingredients report an established %DV per serving.

This analysis is generated algorithmically from label data for educational reference only. It is not a product endorsement, ranking, or medical advice.

Allergen Guide

Contains

  • Milk
  • Soy

Allergen flags are parsed automatically from the official label's claims and statements. Always verify against the physical product label before use, especially if you have a severe allergy.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 31 Gram(s) · 1– per day

IngredientAmount Per Serving% Daily Value
Calories120 Calorie(s)
Total Fat1 Gram(s)2%
Saturated Fat0.5 Gram(s)3%
Cholesterol35 mg12%
Sodium105 mg5%
Total Carbohydrates3 Gram(s)1%
Total Sugars1 Gram(s)
Protein24 Gram(s)48%
Calcium130 mg10%
Iron0.7 mg4%
Potassium220 mg4%

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.

Other Ingredients

Whey Protein IsolateWhey Protein ConcentrateWhey PeptidesCocoa, PowderLecithinNatural & Artificial FlavorsSaltSunflower OilMaltodextrinFood Starch, ModifiedDipotassium PhosphateTricalcium PhosphateTocopherolsAcesulfame PotassiumSucraloseLactase

Target Groups

Adult (18 - 50 Years)

Label Claims

NutrientAll OtherStructure/Function

Directions & Suggested Use

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

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 For best results, mix up your shake 30-60 minutes after you workout, or have it as an anytime snack in your balanced, high-protein diet.

Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested use: For healthy adults, consume enough protein to meet your daily protein requirements with a combination of high protein food and protein supplements throughout the day as part of a balanced diet and exercise program.

Warnings & Precautions

Precautions re: All Other

Notice: Use this product as a food supplement only. Do not use for weight reduction.

Precautions re: Allergies

Contains: Milk and soy.

Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

Storage

Contents sold by weight, not volume. Some settling will occur.

Formulation

Formula re: Contains

Why Gold Standard 100% Whey? Packed with 24 grams of high-quality protein per serving to help build muscle. Whey protein isolate (WPI) is the primary ingredient with further carbs and fat 'isolated' out. 11 grams of naturally occurring essential amino acids (EAAs) to support muscle recovery.

Formulation re: Other

Strength training Sports performance Active lifestyle

Formulation re: Does NOT Contain

No artificial growth hormones No significant difference has been shown between milk derived from RBST-treated and non-RBST treated cows.

Formulation re: Other

Informed-Choice is a quality assurance program for sports nutrition products. The program certifies that nutritional supplements that bear the Informed-Choice logo have been tested for banned substances by the world class sports anti-doping lab, LGC Limited. For muscle support & recovery Helps build and maintain muscle Supports endurance and recovery When taken over time with regular resistance training.

Formula re: Contains

24g Protein 5.5g BCAAs Whey protein isolate Primary source Chocolate Malt Naturally & Artificially Flavored Naturally occurring amino acids

Formula re: Contains

100% of the protein from whey Protein Powder Drink Mix

Formulation re: Other

Not a significant source of trans fat, dietary fiber, added sugars and vitamin D.

Formulation re: Other

Gold Standard 100% Whey is designed for maximum mixability and superior drinkability.

Other Label Statements

General Statements: All Other Content

The Gold Standard for protein quality, fueling over 2 billion workout recoveries worldwide since 1998.

General Statements: All Other Content

Optimum Nutrition has been trusted to provide the highest quality in post-workout recovery, pre-workout energy, and on-the-go sports nutrition for over 30 years and in 90+ countries. After careful supplier selection, each ingredient is tested to assure exceptional purity, potency, and composition. We hold ourselves to the highest production standards, all so you can unlock your body's full potential. To find out more about the science and ingredients behind our products, visit Optimumnutrition.com.

General Statements: All Other Content

Authentic Optimum Nutrition product Optimumnutrition.com/authentic

Seals/Symbols

Informed-Choice.org Trusted by sport

Seals/Symbols

Banned substance tested

General Statements: All Other Content

Serving scoop included, but may settle to the bottom during shipping

General Statements: All Other Content

Check Optimumnutrition.com for recipes and training tips.

Seals/Symbols

Manufactured in the USA This product contains ingredients of international and domestic origin

Manufacturer & Distributor

Manufacturer

Optimum Nutrition, Inc.

3500 Lacey Rd, Suite 1200, Downers Grove, IL, 60515

1 (800) 705-5226

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Data sourced from the U.S. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD) · Label entered 2024-05-23. DSLD Label ID: 308397. This information is provided for educational reference only and is not medical advice. Always follow the product label and consult a doctor or pharmacist before use.