Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Protein Chocolate 775g

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Protein Chocolate 775g

Premium whey protein powder to support muscle growth and maintenance

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate is a ready-to-mix protein powder for adults who want to increase daily protein intake. Each 30g serving provides 24g protein, helping support muscle growth and the maintenance of muscle mass as part of a balanced diet and active lifestyle.

Quick Highlights

• 24g protein per 30g serving
• Whey protein isolate is the main ingredient
• Contains whey protein concentrate and hydrolysed whey protein isolate
• 5.5g naturally occurring BCAAs per serving
• Low sugar: 1g per serving
• Low fat: 1.2g per serving
• Less than 120 calories per serving
• Chocolate flavour
• Mixes with water, milk or smoothies
• Suitable for vegetarians
• Contains milk and soya
• Pack size: 775g

Product Facts

Who Is It For

• Adults looking to increase daily protein intake
• Gym users and active individuals
• People supporting muscle maintenance through diet
• Anyone who prefers a chocolate protein shake
• Vegetarians who consume dairy-based products
• People looking for a low-sugar protein powder

Key Benefits

• Protein contributes to the growth of muscle mass.
• Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass.
• Protein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones.
• Helps support daily protein intake when dietary protein is low.
• Convenient powder format for shakes, smoothies or porridge.
• Low sugar and low fat per serving.

Why Choose This Product

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey is one of the best-known whey protein powders worldwide. It uses whey protein isolate as the primary protein source, with whey concentrate and hydrolysed whey protein isolate included in the blend. The chocolate flavour is easy to mix and works well with water, milk, smoothies or breakfast recipes.

Helpful Product Information

Quick Answer: Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Protein Chocolate 775g is a whey protein powder providing 24g protein per serving to support muscle growth and maintenance.

Common Questions:

• Can I use it after exercise? Yes, it can be taken after training as part of your daily protein intake.
• Can I take it on rest days? Yes, protein intake is still important on non-training days.
• Is it suitable for vegetarians? Yes, it is suitable for vegetarians who consume milk-derived ingredients.
• Does it contain dairy? Yes, it contains milk.
• Is it low in sugar? Yes, each serving contains approximately 1g sugar.

Trust & Pharmacist Advice

This product is a food supplement and should be used alongside a varied, balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Protein powders can be helpful where dietary protein intake is difficult to meet through food alone. This product contains milk and soya, so it is not suitable for anyone with allergies to these ingredients. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, under medical supervision, have kidney disease, or have been advised to follow a restricted protein diet, speak to a healthcare professional before use. Do not rely on protein powder as your only protein source. For best results, spread protein intake across meals during the day. Always follow the manufacturer’s directions and do not exceed recommended use. Store securely away from children. Check the label for the latest ingredients and allergen information before use.

Not Suitable For

• Children
• People allergic to milk or soya
• Vegans
• Anyone advised to restrict protein intake
• People with kidney disease unless advised by a healthcare professional
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women unless advised by a healthcare professional

How to Use

Add 1 scoop, approximately 30g, to 180–240ml of cold water or milk. Shake, stir or blend until fully dissolved. Use once daily or as required to help meet your daily protein needs.

Ingredients

Whey protein blend 98%: whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, hydrolysed whey protein isolate, emulsifier: soy lecithin; flavourings, cocoa powder or colour depending on flavour, thickener: xanthan gum, sweeteners: sucralose and acesulfame K.

Active amounts per 30g serving:

• Protein: 24g
• Naturally occurring BCAAs: approximately 5.5g
• Whey protein blend: 98%

Nutritional Information

Warnings

Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and healthy lifestyle. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. Keep out of reach of young children. Contains milk and soya. May contain traces of gluten, egg, nuts and peanuts. Not suitable for anyone with allergies to listed ingredients. Consult a doctor, pharmacist or dietitian before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medication, under medical supervision, or following a medically restricted diet. Store in a cool, dry place. Close tightly after opening. Check packaging for batch number and best before date.

Delivery in Ireland

Order Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Protein Chocolate 775g from Lir Pharmacy for fast, reliable delivery across Ireland. Discreet pharmacy dispatch available from an Irish pharmacy team.

FAQs

What is Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey Protein used for?
It is used to help increase daily protein intake. Protein contributes to the growth and maintenance of muscle mass.

How much protein is in each serving?
Each 30g serving provides 24g protein.

Is this product suitable after workouts?
Yes, it can be used after exercise as part of your daily protein intake.

Can I take it on rest days?
Yes, it can be taken on rest days to help meet your daily protein requirements.

Is Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, it is suitable for vegetarians who consume dairy products.

Is this protein powder vegan?
No, it contains whey protein from milk.

Does it contain lactose?
It contains milk-derived whey protein and may not be suitable for people with lactose intolerance.

Does it contain soya?
Yes, it contains soy lecithin.

How do I mix this protein powder?
Mix 1 scoop with 180–240ml of cold water or milk and shake, stir or blend.

Can I add it to food?
Yes, it can be mixed into smoothies, porridge or suitable recipes.

Is it low in sugar?
Yes, it contains approximately 1g sugar per serving.

Who should seek advice before using it?
Anyone pregnant, breastfeeding, under medical supervision, with kidney disease, or on a restricted protein diet should seek advice before use.