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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, French Vanilla Crème, 5 Pound (Packaging May Vary)

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Flavor Name: French Vanilla Crème


Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)


Features

  • High-Protein Formula to Support Muscle Health Delivers 24g of fast-absorbing 100% whey protein per scoop to support post-workout muscle recovery, muscle strength and muscle building when taken over time with regular resistance training.
  • Enhanced Muscle Recovery With BCAAs Includes naturally occurring BCAAs and EAAs that help get you back to your best, faster and speed up recovery after intense training sessions.
  • Optimized Support for Strength & Hypertrophy Goals Whey protein isolate is the primary ingredient with excess carbs and fat isolated out. Ideal for athletes looking to increase muscle strength or boost recovery between workouts.
  • Mixes Smoothly for Rapid Post-Workout Use Instantized powder dissolves quickly in water or milk, making it a convenient shake immediately after training.
  • Backed by thousands of hours of research For 35 years, athletes have trusted Optimum Nutrition to fuel their training. Optimum Nutrition delivers proven quality. Whey is backed by science and trusted by athletes, we set the Gold Standard in protein

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.

Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No


Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.06 x 8.06 x 11.18 inches; 5.03 Pounds


Item model number ‏ : ‎ 1031682


Department ‏ : ‎ unisex-adult


Date First Available ‏ : ‎ February 3, 2007


Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ Glanbia Performance Nutrition


Best Sellers Rank: #36 in Health & Household (See Top 100 in Health & Household) #1 in Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Powders #6 in Sales & Deals


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Flavor: French Vanilla Crème


Diet Type: Gluten Free, Keto


Product Benefits: Banned Substane Tested, Muscle Endurance, Muscle Growth, Muscle Recovery, Protein Support


Protein Source: Whey


Protein: 24 Grams


Vitamins And Minerals: 100 Milligrams, 130, 130, 160, 55 Milligrams


Total Servings Per Container: 73


Item Weight: 2.28 Kilograms


Unit Count: 80 Ounce


Number of Items: 1


Item Dimensions: 8.06 x 8.06 x 11.18 inches


Net Content Volume: 2.28 Kilograms


Brand Name: Optimum Nutrition


Package Type Name: Tub


Age Range Description: Adult


Model Name: Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Protein Powder, Pound


Global Trade Identification Number: 28


UPC: 748927024128


Manufacturer Part Number: 1031682


Model Number: 1031682


Manufacturer: Glanbia Performance Nutrition


Recommended Uses For Product: Muscle Build, Muscle Endurance, Muscle Recovery, Muscle Support, Post-Workout


Allergen Information: Gluten Free, Milk, Soy


Material Type Free: Gluten Free


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    • Great Taste
Flavor Name: French Vanilla Crème Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
I really like this protein powder and enjoy the flavor every time I use it. It mixes easily and works well in smoothies or just shaken up with water or milk. It’s become part of my regular routine and I feel good about using it. The only downside is the price. It’s gone up quite a bit, which I don’t love, but even with that, I still plan to keep buying it because the quality and taste make it worth it. If you’re looking for a protein powder that tastes good and does what it’s supposed to, this is a solid choice. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 13, 2025 by Ayjae
    • Favorite Protein!!
Flavor Name: French Vanilla Crème Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
I love this protein! The French vanilla flavor is smooth and sweet without being overpowering, and it blends perfectly in shakes or even in my morning oatmeal. It gives me 24g of protein per scoop, helping me feel energized and strong after workouts. A must-have for busy women who want a tasty, reliable protein. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2025 by Brendan Price
    • Best tasting non-chalky protein powder Best tasting non-chalky protein powder
Flavor Name: French Vanilla Crème Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
Review Image by Dedra
A Staple in My Routine for Over 10 Years I’ve been using Optimum Nutrition protein powder on and off for more than a decade, and I always find myself coming back to it. The vanilla is my go-to because it’s so versatile — I can blend it with fresh fruit, mix in a little pumpkin purée for variety, or just enjoy it plain. It’s smooth, mixes easily, and never has that chalky texture you find with other protein powders. What I love most is the flexibility: with vanilla as a base, I can have a different shake every day depending on what I add, but honestly, it tastes great on its own too. After trying other brands over the years, this is the one I’ve stayed loyal to. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a clean, reliable, and great-tasting protein powder. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2025 Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2025 by Dedra
    • Happy with product
Flavor Name: French Vanilla Crème Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
I’m absolutely loving the Gold Standard French Vanilla protein powder! The flavor is smooth, creamy, and not overly sweet it’s the perfect balance. I usually mix it with almond milk, and it tastes just like a vanilla milkshake. It blends so well, leaving no clumps, which makes it super convenient for quick shakes on busy days. I’ve been using it post-workout, and it’s been fantastic for recovery. Plus, it keeps me feeling full and energized without any bloating. I also appreciate how clean the ingredients are just quality protein with no unnecessary fillers. It’s now a permanent part of my fitness routine, and I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a delicious and effective protein powder. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2024 by Jason Milligan
    • Great protein powder, smooth mix, mild taste
Flavor Name: French Vanilla Crème Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
I’ve been using this protein powder after workouts, and overall I’m really satisfied. It mixes easily with water or almond milk and doesn’t leave any clumps. The taste is pretty mild — not too sweet, which I prefer. I feel fuller after taking it and have noticed better recovery. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars instead of 5 is because the scoop was a bit buried in the powder, and I wish the lid had a better seal. But the product itself is great and works well. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2025 by Mr. Bravo
    • The real Gold Standard! Look no further
Flavor Name: French Vanilla Crème Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
It truly is the gold standard Digestibility: during pregnancy I sometimes found it wasn’t perfectly digestible but other than that it’s very easy to digest Serving size: I think it’s absolutely perfect for my intended needs which are very different from most, I use this to up my breast milk production in the morning and it works like a charm Value for money: yes it is expensive, but so are all the other inferior worse tasting products! Solubility: it’s perfectly soluble in water or milk, I put it in my breakfast yoghurt and it’s messily dissolves Ease of use: it’s very easy to use and as aforementioned can be put in many different mediums Muscle building: as I am not really using it to build up my own muscles I’m not 100% sure but it definitely helps mild production and thus building my babies muscles lol ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 11, 2026 by Mayan A.
    • Great results AND great taste.
Flavor Name: French Vanilla Crème Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
I do Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and your general sort of fitness training 5-6 days a week. For competitions I have to cut weight but still maintain the muscle I've built as well as extremely high energy levels. Over the past year, this protein powder has helped me do just that. I've tried 4 other protein powders in the past, none of which have provided these results (plus, they all tasted horrible). In terms of flavor, I've tried the strawberry banana, cookies and cream, chocolate mint, cake batter, keylime pie, and french vanilla creme. I hated both the strawberry banana and the cookies and cream. To me, they both had a sort of artificial sweetener taste to them that I couldn't get past (although my boyfriend loves the strawberry banana). The chocolate mint is a pretty solid flavor, but tastes much better with almond milk than with water and I needed something to mix well with just water. I found that cake batter was terrible on its own, but delicious when mixed with other flavors (e.g. 1/2 scoop cake batter and 1/2 scoop strawberry). Keylime was good, but was a strong enough flavor that it couldn't really be mixed with anything else, which meant that by the time I got down to the last scoop, I was SO sick of it. Finally, the French vanilla creme is by far my favorite flavor. It is sweet, but fairly subtle compared to some of the other flavors. This is nice because it can be used as the base for many other flavors when I am craving something a little different (e.g. I've mixed it with peanut butter, mashed banana, blended berries, added it to chia seed pudding, added it to pancakes and waffles, etc.). All-around, fantastic! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 25, 2016 by G. Brown
    • NATURAL VANILLA REVIEW ! (not the vanilla ice cream)
Flavor Name: French Vanilla Crème Size: 5 Pound (Pack of 1)
First off, this is a review of ON Natural Vanilla! There different variations of the ON products and the natural vanilla is taking the low reviews of the vanilla ice cream variant. They are two separate products and I can only speak on behalf of the natural vanilla The ON Natural Vanilla has worked well for me for a few years now. I’ve used it after workout but prefer to use it before as I hate to eat solid food before a 0500 workout. I prefer to mix with whole milk and a few ice cubes in a shaker cup (add milk, ice THEN the powder) and haven’t had any issues of clumping. I’ve used water on the days that milk was needed for the kid’s cereal and it was a little bland but not bad. This is important for those that can’t do the dairy or the extra fat. This product has not left me with any gastric issues which is important to mention. I use this product on my gym days only. I’m also an endurance cyclist that has spent many years avoiding products that rip my guts apart. I wouldn’t say I have a sensitive stomach but I’ve been a few hours into a training ride and had drink mixes give me the bubble guts. So I’m aware of what that’s like. Again, this is for my gym days only as your workouts require different products. I avoid any product with caffeine as I get that from my one cup when I wake up and don’t need it and haven’t had good experiences with caffeine laden products. Price...the price isn’t an issue for me as because not sharting myself at the gym add value. Yes, the Natural Vanilla variant is more money than the Vanilla Ice Cream. I have no need to try the other flavors as I know this one works for me. With all of this said, I’ll keep buying this product as long as it does what I need it to do. If it changes or stops working, then I’ll go find something else... ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2019 by J. Dunning

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