Brand: Optimum Nutrition - compare every Optimum Nutrition product
From £61.99 across 1 UK retailer.
Categories: Whey Protein, Muscle Gain, Whey Concentrate, Whey Isolate, BCAA, Recovery, Gluten-Free, Powder, Informed Sport, Informed Choice
Serving size: 1 scoop (29.4g)
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Whey is a high‑protein powder sold in many flavours and pack sizes, delivering around 22‑24 g protein per serving with low fat, carbs and sugar.
+ 22‑24 g whey protein per scoop, disclosed doses across the range + Consistently low in fat and carbs, suitable for lean‑muscle goals + Certified Informed Sport and Informed Choice, indicating tested purity + Larger packs generally give better value per serving (price tier varies)
- Some variants contain acesulfame K or artificial flavours, which are less common among peers - Certain flavours add aminogen or egg/nut ingredients, raising allergen considerations - Iron and calcium are present together in some formulas, which can hinder iron absorption (risk 6/10)
Across the family the base formulation is uniform: ~22‑24 g whey protein, minimal fat and carbs, all ingredient doses disclosed, and the product is produced in reportedly GMP‑registered facilities in the UK under the Optimum Nutrition brand (founded 1986, part of Glanbia). Variant‑specific tweaks include occasional acesulfame K, aminogen, or artificial flavour additions, and occasional allergen‑related ingredients (egg, nuts, peanuts). Larger containers tend to be more cost‑effective, while the iron‑calcium interaction may be relevant for users needing iron supplementation.
| Retailer | Price | Availability | Link |
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| London Supplements | £61.99 | In stock | View |