
Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate is a protein supplement providing 24 grams of protein per 32-gram serving. Each serving also contains 130 calories, 1 gram of total fat, and 5 grams of total carbohydrates. This formulation is designed to support muscle protein synthesis. The product received an N+ Score of 40/100, indicating a lower quality ranking within its category.
About This Product
Gold Standard 100% Whey Chocolate by Optimum Nutrition is a protein supplement containing 10 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 40/100 (Grade F).
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (10 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130.000 Calorie(s) | N/A |
| Total Fat | 1.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Vitamin A | — | N/A |
| Vitamin C | — | N/A |
| Calcium | — | N/A |
| Iron | — | N/A |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
| Sodium | 60.000 mg | N/A |
| Cholesterol | 30.000 mg | N/A |
| Protein | 24.000 Gram(s) | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.