Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein

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PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

  • 100% casein
  • 24 g of protein per serving 
  • 5 g of BCAAs
  • 4 flavors available
Categories: Protein Powder, Supplements

Pros & Cons

What We Like...
  • 24 g of protein
  • Positive customer reviews
  • Free shipping on larger container
What Needs Improvement...
  • Relatively expensive
  • Only 4 flavors
  • Contains sucralose

Product Summary

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein is a slow digesting protein powder that provides 24 grams of protein per serving. In addition to 24 grams of casein protein, this product has almost 5 grams of BCAAs and 40% of your daily value for calcium. Optimum Nutrition recommends using this product between meals and before bed for muscle recovery. To use, mix a scoop of the powder into 8–14 ounces of cold water or milk. For best results, use 30–60 minutes after a workout or before bed.

Customer reviews for Gold Standard 100% Casein are very positive. Customers shared that it was easy to mix and drink and had great flavor. Most reviewers recommended using milk instead of water but that both taste good.

Specs

Protein per serving24 g
Price per serving$1.74 - $2.16
Rating4
Calories per serving110 - 120
Third-party TestedYes
Flavors4 flavors
NicknameOptimum Casein
TypeCasein protein

Summary

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein provides 24 grams of protein and is positively reviewed by users.