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product_id: 3613944
title: "Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla Ice Cream, 2 Pound (Packaging May Vary)"
brand: "optimum nutrition"
price: "VT22505"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Optimum Nutrition"
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# 5.5g BCAAs + 11g EAAs 24g pure whey protein Instantized, smooth mixability Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla Ice Cream, 2 Pound (Packaging May Vary)

**Brand:** optimum nutrition
**Price:** VT22505
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Elevate your gains with the gold standard in whey protein!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder, Vanilla Ice Cream, 2 Pound (Packaging May Vary) by optimum nutrition
- **How much does it cost?** VT22505 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3613944-gold-standard-100-whey-protein-powder-vanilla-ice-cream-2)

## Best For

- optimum nutrition enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted optimum nutrition brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Amino Acid Boost:** 5.5g BCAAs plus 11g EAAs naturally support strength, endurance, and lean muscle gains.
- • **Mixes in a Flash:** Instantized powder dissolves effortlessly in water, milk, or smoothies—no clumps, no hassle.
- • **Clean & Lean Formula:** Low sugar (~1g), low carb (~3g), and low fat for cutting phases or lean muscle focus.
- • **Trusted by Champions:** 35 years of proven quality and top rankings make this the go-to protein for fitness pros worldwide.
- • **Muscle Fuel Powerhouse:** 24g of fast-absorbing whey protein per scoop to maximize muscle growth and recovery.

## Overview

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder delivers 24 grams of premium whey protein per scoop, enriched with 5.5 grams of naturally occurring BCAAs and 11 grams of EAAs to support muscle recovery and growth. Its low sugar, carb, and fat content make it ideal for lean muscle building and cutting phases. The instantized formula ensures smooth mixing without clumps, trusted by athletes for over 35 years as a top-ranked, reliable protein supplement.

## Description

Product Description Optimum nutrition's gold standard 100% whey uses pure whey protein isolates as the primary ingredient. Combined with ultra-filtered whey protein concentrate, each serving provides 24 grams of all-whey protein and 5.5 grams of naturally occurring branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) which are prized by athletes for their muscle building qualities. With more than 20 tempting flavors to choose from, on gold standard 100% whey gives you plenty of ways to keep workout recovery interesting. Search "On apparel true strength" to see our new on clothing line. Brand Story By Optimum Nutrition

Review: Great protein powder - Delicious flavors - Delicious flavors and a really decent value for the cost. I was buying Kachava for a while and was fed up with the slow shipping speeds and cost to product ratio, Optimum Nutrition makes a really good product and was recently featured in a Consumer Reports article that showed it had extremely low levels of lead compared to other brands. I like when a company looks out for its customers and I’m happy I made the switch, this powder mixes well with other fresh ingredients like bananas and peanut butter. It doesn’t really get clumpy and I find that two scoops doesn’t make me feel ill like with other brands. I’m able to get a good amount of protein in one drink and I don’t get bloated. I bought Vanilla Ice Cream, Extreme Milk Chocolate and Cookies ‘N Cream…my least fave was the Cookies ‘N Cream, it’s just very sweet tasting. The other two flavors were phenomenal and taste like what they’re trying to imitate. I’ll keep buying this brand if they keep up this quality, you can’t really go wrong with the Vanilla Ice Cream or Extreme Milk Chocolate. Try it. 👍🏼👍🏼
Review: Sweet! - The protein powder mixes well and tastes better than I expected. It’s smooth with no clumps, whether mixed with water or milk. I use it after workouts and it’s easy on my stomach with no discomfort. Overall, it’s a solid protein option for daily use and good value for the price.

## Features

- 24 g High-Quality Whey Protein per Scoop – 100% of the protein from whey for a fast-absorbing, complete protein source that supports muscle maintenance and growth.
- 5.5 g Naturally-Occurring BCAAs + 11g of naturally occurring EAAs – Delivers essential amino acids including leucine, isoleucine, and valine to support post-workout muscle recovery, muscle strength and muscle building when taken over time with regular resistance training.
- Low Sugar, Low Carb, Low Fat — Ideal for Lean Muscle or Cutting Phases – With just ~1 g sugar, ~3 g carbs per serving, and whey protein isolate as the primary ingredient with further carbs and fat “isolated” out. It’s a high quality choice for athletes focused on lean muscle, weight management, or body-composition goals.
- Instantized & Easy-Mix Formula (Great Mixability) – Designed to dissolve smoothly in water, milk, or smoothies with a spoon, shaker, or blender — perfect for fast post-workout shakes or convenient protein boosts.
- Trusted Brand, Tested Quality & Versatile Use – For 35 years, athletes have trusted Optimum Nutrition to fuel their training. Gold Standard Whey is the trusted choice for gym-goers, athletes, and everyday fitness enthusiasts worldwide — use post-workout or as a protein supplement anytime.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN  | B000GISTZ4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #19 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #1 in Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Powders #3 in Sales & Deals |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (260,091) |
| Date First Available  | January 1, 1999 |
| Department  | unisex-adult |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 1141891 |
| Manufacturer  | Glanbia Performance Nutrition |
| Product Dimensions  | 6 x 6 x 10.1 inches; 2 Pounds |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Optimum Nutrition
- **Flavor:** Vanilla Ice Cream
- **Item Weight:** 907 Grams
- **Material Type Free:** Gluten Free
- **Servings per Container:** 29

## Images

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Flavor** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Body Fortress Super Advanced has 30 gr protein per scoop, and ON has 24 gr.  what's the difference?**
A: ON Gold Standard has a 31g serving size, and Body Fortress Super Advanced Isolate has a 38g serving size. Larger serving size = more protein. It's really as simple as that. It's got nothing to do with the "bro science" in some of the answers. To be sure, if you convert them to the same 31 gram serving size, then ON has 24 grams of protein, and Body Fortress has 24.5 grams of protein. 

Companies play around with the serving sizes so they can put "60 grams of protein!!!!!!" in the advertising, but if you do the math, then it's usually about the same amount.

**Q: Will consuming more whey (protein) help my rotator cuff tear heal?**
A: There is NO healing of a rotator cuff tear...none! This has to be surgically repaired.  IF you're lucky, you may be able to have an endoscopic repair which takes much less time to recover. Otherwise, you will have to have a "full Open" repair which is much more involved and takes longer to heal. Trust me, I have been there...3 times all coming from very heavy benches and they were all "full open repairs." The first one I had was only a 1 centimeter tear and it never healed in 3 years. IF you have a true torn rotator cuff, NOTHING, (except surgery), will correct the problem.  ANYBODY who tells you they had one and they did this and that and it finally healed up didn't have a tear to begin with. More likely just a bad strain or severe inflammation from overworking the deltoid area. And be prepared for lots of rehab work and it will take you from 9-12 months to get back to where you were before the tear.

**Q: Is there a reason why the 5 lb is so much thicker than the 2 lb? i tried the 2 lb, liked it, and order 5...outside of jug seems the same...**
A: Get something like an "AMIR 500g/0.01g Digital Kitchen Scale". They're twelve bucks & quite accurate.  I suspect the powder is compressed, making the scoops a bit heavy.  Measuring by weight instead of volume should provide more consistent results.

**Q: If I were to make protein shakes with single serving size portions about 5 days/week, how long do you think a 2 lb container would last me? 5 lb? THX**
A: I mean, my dude, i am  horrifying at math but all you really need to do is look at the servings in each container. So 29 servings.  .we already know there are 4 weeks in a month. 4×5 is 20 so that's 1 month right there. Since there is only 9 servings left... That's another week (5 days) and another week, all but one day (4 servings left)  so a month and a half would be how long the smaller one would last you. If it's the 5lb pack. Simply double that ... 1 1/2 doubled is 3 months... (You still have 1 lb left, which we know, that from your 2 lb container, you get about 14 servings in a lb) (since 2 lbs is 29) which brings you to another 3 (almost) weeks.


Making it almost 4 months of supplies. Offering the best offer for someone like you who has as many as you do (but your best bet may be going to Costco or another place with bulk bulk)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great protein powder - Delicious flavors
*by R***K on December 20, 2025*

Delicious flavors and a really decent value for the cost. I was buying Kachava for a while and was fed up with the slow shipping speeds and cost to product ratio, Optimum Nutrition makes a really good product and was recently featured in a Consumer Reports article that showed it had extremely low levels of lead compared to other brands. I like when a company looks out for its customers and I’m happy I made the switch, this powder mixes well with other fresh ingredients like bananas and peanut butter. It doesn’t really get clumpy and I find that two scoops doesn’t make me feel ill like with other brands. I’m able to get a good amount of protein in one drink and I don’t get bloated. I bought Vanilla Ice Cream, Extreme Milk Chocolate and Cookies ‘N Cream…my least fave was the Cookies ‘N Cream, it’s just very sweet tasting. The other two flavors were phenomenal and taste like what they’re trying to imitate. I’ll keep buying this brand if they keep up this quality, you can’t really go wrong with the Vanilla Ice Cream or Extreme Milk Chocolate. Try it. 👍🏼👍🏼

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sweet!
*by D***A on January 22, 2026*

The protein powder mixes well and tastes better than I expected. It’s smooth with no clumps, whether mixed with water or milk. I use it after workouts and it’s easy on my stomach with no discomfort. Overall, it’s a solid protein option for daily use and good value for the price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Protein
*by E***Z on February 1, 2026*

Delicious and Effective Chocolate Protein! I love this chocolate protein: it tastes amazing, mixes very well, and has no clumps. It’s perfect for after workouts or as a quick, nutritious snack. It helps me feel satisfied and keeps my energy up throughout the day. I also appreciate that it has high-quality ingredients and doesn’t taste artificial. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for a tasty and effective protein!

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