Gold Standard® 100% Whey, Coffee, 5 lb (2.27 kg)
Coffee · Whey Protein Concentrate, Whey Protein Isolate, Hydrolyzed Whey · 32g serving
XRay Summary
- Ranks #69 of 129 · XRay Score 54/100
- Strength: Value For Money (Top 15%)
- Weakness: Leanness (Bottom 63%)
- Protein Source: Whey Isolate
- Flavor: Coffee
- Dietary: Gluten-Free
Gold Standard® 100% Whey, Coffee, 5 lb (2.27 kg) by Optimum Nutrition performs at par with most competitors in the protein powder category with an XRay Score of 54/100, placing #69 out of 129. Its strongest dimension is value for money (top 15%), standing out on cost-effectiveness. On the flip side, leanness isn't its strongest suit (bottom 63% of the category). The protein here comes from whey isolate, known for its clean amino acid profile and rapid absorption. Flavor-wise, it features coffee notes. Notably, as stated, this product is gluten-free.
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Nutrition
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| Nutrient | Per Serving (32g) | Per 100g |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 130kcal | 406.25kcal |
| Protein | 24g | 75g |
| Total Fat | 2g | 6.25g |
| Sat. Fat | 1g | 3.12g |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 12.5g |
| Fiber | — | — |
| Sugar | 2g | 6.25g |
| Sodium | 130mg | 406.25mg |
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