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product_id: 7773995
title: "Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Strawberry Banana, 2 Pound (Packaging May Vary)"
brand: "optimum nutrition"
price: "76345CFA"
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reviews_count: 10
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# 5.5g BCAAs + 11g EAAs 24g whey protein per scoop Instantized, smooth mixability Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Strawberry Banana, 2 Pound (Packaging May Vary)

**Brand:** optimum nutrition
**Price:** 76345CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Fuel your gains with the gold standard in whey protein!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Strawberry Banana, 2 Pound (Packaging May Vary) by optimum nutrition
- **How much does it cost?** 76345CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sn](https://www.desertcart.sn/products/7773995-gold-standard-100-whey-protein-powder-strawberry-banana-2-pound)

## 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

- • **Lean & Clean:** Low sugar (~1g), low carb (~3g), and low fat formula ideal for cutting or lean muscle phases.
- • **Recovery Boost:** 5.5g BCAAs plus 11g essential amino acids accelerate post-workout muscle repair and strength gains.
- • **Mixes in a Flash:** Instantized powder dissolves effortlessly in water, milk, or smoothies—no clumps, no hassle.
- • **Pure Muscle Fuel:** 24g of fast-absorbing whey protein powers muscle growth and maintenance with every scoop.
- • **Trusted for 35 Years:** Globally acclaimed by athletes and fitness pros, delivering consistent quality and results.

## Overview

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder delivers 24 grams of premium whey protein isolate per serving, enriched with 5.5 grams of BCAAs and 11 grams of essential amino acids to support muscle recovery and growth. Its low sugar, carb, and fat profile makes it perfect for lean muscle building or cutting phases. The instantized formula ensures smooth mixing without clumps, trusted by athletes worldwide for over 35 years.

## Description

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder helps build and maintain muscle mass when taken regularly and combined with strength training exercise. Made with whey protein isolate as the primary ingredient, this protein supplement powder ensures that you're getting high quality protein with every serving. The hydrolyzed whey protein powder isolate creates a post-workout drink mix that supports muscle recovery. Each serving of this delicious powder provides 24 grams of all whey protein, along with 11.4 grams of naturally occurring essential amino acids (EAAs) to support after workout muscle recovery. Optimum Nutrition protein powder mixes easily using a shaker cup or blended in a smoothie. Gold Standard 100% Whey has fueled billions of workout recoveries worldwide.

Review: Great protein powder - Delicious flavors - Delicious flavors and a really decent value for the cost. I was buying Kachava for a while and was fed up with the slow shipping speeds and cost to product ratio, Optimum Nutrition makes a really good product and was recently featured in a Consumer Reports article that showed it had extremely low levels of lead compared to other brands. I like when a company looks out for its customers and I’m happy I made the switch, this powder mixes well with other fresh ingredients like bananas and peanut butter. It doesn’t really get clumpy and I find that two scoops doesn’t make me feel ill like with other brands. I’m able to get a good amount of protein in one drink and I don’t get bloated. I bought Vanilla Ice Cream, Extreme Milk Chocolate and Cookies ‘N Cream…my least fave was the Cookies ‘N Cream, it’s just very sweet tasting. The other two flavors were phenomenal and taste like what they’re trying to imitate. I’ll keep buying this brand if they keep up this quality, you can’t really go wrong with the Vanilla Ice Cream or Extreme Milk Chocolate. Try it. 👍🏼👍🏼
Review: Smooth-mixing, great-tasting whey protein that’s perfect for post-workout recovery. - I’d recommend this protein to anyone who works out regularly, needs a reliable post-workout shake, or is looking for a high-quality whey protein. The Double Rich Chocolate flavor tastes great without being overly sweet, and it mixes easily with water or milk without leaving clumps when shaken. Smooth and rich texture for the 5lbs size.

## Features

- 24 g High-Quality Whey Protein per Scoop – 100% of the protein from whey for a fast-absorbing, complete protein source that supports muscle maintenance and growth.
- 5.5 g Naturally-Occurring BCAAs + 11g of naturally occurring EAAs – Delivers essential amino acids including leucine, isoleucine, and valine to support post-workout muscle recovery, muscle strength and muscle building when taken over time with regular resistance training.
- Low Sugar, Low Carb, Low Fat — Ideal for Lean Muscle or Cutting Phases – With just ~1 g sugar, ~3 g carbs per serving, and whey protein isolate as the primary ingredient with further carbs and fat “isolated” out. It’s a high quality choice for athletes focused on lean muscle, weight management, or body-composition goals.
- Instantized & Easy-Mix Formula (Great Mixability) – Designed to dissolve smoothly in water, milk, or smoothies with a spoon, shaker, or blender — perfect for fast post-workout shakes or convenient protein boosts.
- Trusted Brand, Tested Quality & Versatile Use – For 35 years, athletes have trusted Optimum Nutrition to fuel their training. Gold Standard Whey is the trusted choice for gym-goers, athletes, and everyday fitness enthusiasts worldwide — use post-workout or as a protein supplement anytime.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B002DYIZSA |
| Best Sellers Rank | #21 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #1 in Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Powders #4 in Sales & Deals |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (258,661) |
| Date First Available  | May 3, 2008 |
| Department  | unisex-adult |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 1031669-P |
| Manufacturer  | Glanbia Performance Nutrition |
| Product Dimensions  | 5.91 x 5.91 x 10.24 inches; 2 Pounds |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Optimum Nutrition
- **Flavor:** Strawberry Banana
- **Item Weight:** 907 Grams
- **Material Type Free:** Gluten Free
- **Servings per Container:** 30

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great protein powder - Delicious flavors
*by R***K on December 20, 2025*

Delicious flavors and a really decent value for the cost. I was buying Kachava for a while and was fed up with the slow shipping speeds and cost to product ratio, Optimum Nutrition makes a really good product and was recently featured in a Consumer Reports article that showed it had extremely low levels of lead compared to other brands. I like when a company looks out for its customers and I’m happy I made the switch, this powder mixes well with other fresh ingredients like bananas and peanut butter. It doesn’t really get clumpy and I find that two scoops doesn’t make me feel ill like with other brands. I’m able to get a good amount of protein in one drink and I don’t get bloated. I bought Vanilla Ice Cream, Extreme Milk Chocolate and Cookies ‘N Cream…my least fave was the Cookies ‘N Cream, it’s just very sweet tasting. The other two flavors were phenomenal and taste like what they’re trying to imitate. I’ll keep buying this brand if they keep up this quality, you can’t really go wrong with the Vanilla Ice Cream or Extreme Milk Chocolate. Try it. 👍🏼👍🏼

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Smooth-mixing, great-tasting whey protein that’s perfect for post-workout recovery.
*by B***Z on January 16, 2026*

I’d recommend this protein to anyone who works out regularly, needs a reliable post-workout shake, or is looking for a high-quality whey protein. The Double Rich Chocolate flavor tastes great without being overly sweet, and it mixes easily with water or milk without leaving clumps when shaken. Smooth and rich texture for the 5lbs size.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What Flavor to Buy
*by C***N on May 13, 2013*

First off, I've purchased a bunch of different flavors of ON Gold Standard Whey. All of them have close to the same nutritional value, but they vary greatly in taste. Both my wife and I drink these protein shakes as part of our daily diet, and as a product, Optimum Nutrition is great. I've mixed with both milk and water, and all of the shakes mix well and don't seem to clump. I've tried other manufactures whey, and I keep finding myself going back to ON for the price, nutritional value, and above all the taste. So the flavor question. As I mentioned, each flavor has a different characteristic from the others. Some are bland, some taste sweet, some taste overly fake. We loved some, and we hated some. Below is a list based on what we like so far and why. Bear in mind that I hate diet drinks for their bad aftertaste. The drinks don't have to be sweet for me to like them, but I can't stand the garbage aftertaste of fake sweeteners. The best flavors: Rocky Road - By far the single best tasting flavor. The downside is that it does taste a little sweet. The nutritional value is right on with the other flavors, but it is a bit sweet. I could drink this all day. If you only buy one flavor, this is it. There is no real aftertaste, and the flavor is great. Extreme Milk Chocolate - Another good flavor with almost no aftertaste. This one tastes like chocolate, and doesn't have a fake taste to it. If you are looking at the chocolate flavors, this one is perfect. Natural Vanilla - This is a slightly different product, and it comes in a tub with yellow labeling instead of the red. It's on Amazon for the same price, and it has the same nutritional values. They claim it has less artificial sweeteners in it, hence the natural label. In any case, this is the best vanilla out there. There is no aftertaste, and it tastes like vanilla milk. It is not as sweet as the others, but it the single best vanilla flavor I've found. The middle of the road flavors: Cookies and Cream - This one is both good and bad. If you like the creamy vanilla taste, you will like the flavor. It doesn't have a bad aftertaste, but it is sort bland. It is sweet, but bland. Also, the cookie chunks in it don't dissolve. This is the only flavor so far that has bits of stuff that you are swallowing when you drink it. It's odd. That said, I have reordered it in the past. Chocolate Malt - It's just OK. The flavor is a little odd because of the malt. Given the choice, just order the Extreme Milk Chocolate. Caramel Toffee Fudge - Again, just OK. They tried too hit to many flavors with this one, and it just turned out odd. Not a bad flavor, but don't start out here. I got bored so I tried it. I doubt I'll order it again. And the bad: Double Rich Chocolate - This flavor sucks. It tastes like fake chocolate. Not good fake chocolate, but generic fake chocolate. It has that bad aftertaste of fake sweetener, and is all around not good. Vanilla Ice Cream - Another swing and a miss. This flavor tastes like bad fake powdered milk. It has that bad aftertaste, and is probably the single worst flavor they have. If you are looking for vanilla, avoid this at all costs and get the Natural Vanilla. Tropical Punch - Another fake tasting flavor. When I got this, I could barely get through the first few shakes. Eventually it grew on me a little bit, and I was able to drink it without hating it. It tastes like strawberry milk with a bunch of fake sweetener. It's just wrong, and is not something you want to drink after a workout. I know that taste varies from person to person, so take this with a grain of salt. I hate the taste of fake sweetener, so this list draws from that. I've taken to buying the 2lb tubs to try out a flavor, and then going with the 5lb tubs if I like it. It costs a bit more that way, but it means there is only 2lbs to choke down if you get a flavor that you hate. Enjoy!

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