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product_id: 249864774
title: "Optimum Nutrition (ON) Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder Primary Source Isolate, 24 Grams of Protein for Muscle Support and Recovery - Cookies & Cream, 4.65 Lbs, 68 Servings (2.11 KG)"
brand: "optimum nutrition"
price: "R2616"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Optimum Nutrition"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/249864774-optimum-nutrition-on-gold-standard-100-whey-protein-powder-primary
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 5g+ BCAAs for muscle growth 24g protein per serving Instantized for smooth mix Optimum Nutrition (ON) Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder Primary Source Isolate, 24 Grams of Protein for Muscle Support and Recovery - Cookies & Cream, 4.65 Lbs, 68 Servings (2.11 KG)

**Brand:** optimum nutrition
**Price:** R2616
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔥 Elevate your recovery game with the Gold Standard of whey! 💥

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Optimum Nutrition (ON) Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder Primary Source Isolate, 24 Grams of Protein for Muscle Support and Recovery - Cookies & Cream, 4.65 Lbs, 68 Servings (2.11 KG) by optimum nutrition
- **How much does it cost?** R2616 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/249864774-optimum-nutrition-on-gold-standard-100-whey-protein-powder-primary)

## 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

- • **BCAA Boost:** Over 5g of naturally occurring BCAAs to accelerate recovery and amplify strength.
- • **Mixes Instantly:** Instantized powder ensures a lump-free, smooth shake every time—no blender needed.
- • **Trusted Quality:** Banned substance tested and made in the USA for safe, reliable performance.
- • **Pure Power Protein:** 24g of premium whey isolate and concentrate fuels lean muscle gains with every scoop.
- • **Clean & Lean Formula:** Low carbs (3-4g), minimal sugar (1-3g), and fat (1-1.5g) with gluten-free assurance.

## Overview

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder delivers 24 grams of high-quality whey protein isolate and concentrate per serving, enriched with over 5 grams of BCAAs to support muscle recovery and growth. Its instantized formula mixes effortlessly for a smooth shake, while maintaining a clean nutritional profile with low carbs, sugar, and fat. Gluten-free and rigorously tested for banned substances, this 4.65 lb tub offers 68 servings of premium protein designed for serious fitness enthusiasts seeking trusted, effective muscle support.

## Description

Whey Protein Isolates (WPI) are the purest form of whey protein that currently exists. WPIs are costly to use, but rate among the best proteins that money can buy. That's why they're the first ingredient you read on the Gold Standard 100% Whey™ label. By using WPI as the primary ingredient along with premium ultra-filtered whey protein concentrate (WPC), we're able to pack 24 grams of protein into every serving to support your muscle building needs after training. ON's attention to detail also extends to mixability. This superior quality powder has been instantized to mix easily using a shaker cup or just a glass and spoon. There's no doubt that this is the standard by which all other whey proteins are measured.

Review: It’s recovery fast - The product is vary good
Review: Good - Very good. As a new user can’t compare but it looks and taste good.

## Features

- GOLD STANDARD 100% WHEY BLEND – 24g blended protein consisting of whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, and whey peptides to support lean muscle mass – they don’t call it the GOLD STANDARD of quality for nothing
- OVER 5G OF BCAAS – help build lean and strong muscles with naturally occurring BCAAs
- 3-4G CARBS, 1-3G SUGAR, AND 1-1.5G FAT, GLUTEN FREE, No Sucralose in Double Rich Chocolate Flavor
- INSTANTIZED – improves mixability to prevent lumps and clumps
- BANNED SUBSTANCE TESTED – highest quality control measures so you feel comfortable and safe consuming the product

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000GIPJZ2 |
| ASIN  | B000GIPJZ2 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Allergen Information | Gluten Free, Milk, Soy |
| Best Sellers Rank | #72 in Health ( See Top 100 in Health ) #5 in Sports Supplements #9 in Vitamins, Minerals & Supplements |
| Brand | Optimum Nutrition |
| Country of origin | USA |
| Country of origin  | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,822) |
| Customer reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,822) |
| Date First Available | 7 August 2012 |
| Department  | unisex-adult |
| Format | Powder |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer  | No |
| Item model number  | 1088292 |
| Manufacturer  | Optimum Nutrition |
| Product Dimensions  | 20.48 x 20.48 x 28.38 cm; 2.27 kg |
| Product Name | HEALTH_PERSONAL_CARE |
| Serving Recommendation | 68 servings |
| Serving Size | 1 scoops, 1 scoops |
| Units | 2109.2 Grams |
| Use By Recommendation | Mix 1 scoop in 6-8 fluid ounces of cold water, milk, or beverage of choice. For best results, mix up your shake 30-60 minutes after your workout, or have it as an anytime snack in your balanced, high-protein diet |
| Weight | 5 Pounds |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Optimum Nutrition
- **Flavour:** Cookies & Cream
- **Item weight:** 5 Pounds
- **Material type free:** Finished Product
- **Servings per container:** 68

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will I be able to make all kinds of gains?**
A: Yes !  This is like manna from heaven.  In fact, once I started using this, I quit not only working out and still gained muscle mass.  I also quit my job and now devote my time to sitting on the couch and playing on the Xbox.  And I'm still gaining muscle, about 5 pounds a week.  I won a $100,000 scratcher last month the money from which I'm using to find a cure for cancer. I'm just about there !

**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.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It’s recovery fast
*by U***P on 8 January 2026*

The product is vary good

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good
*by K***L on 12 December 2025*

Very good. As a new user can’t compare but it looks and taste good.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Solid choice
*by P***A on 12 September 2025*

Can’t go wrong with this whey (unless you really don't like very sweet ones)! Tastes like a proper treat and mixes smoothly, even just with water (just shake a bit stronger for a bit). It’s my go-to after workouts and keeps me feeling sorted without any bloating. For my taste - a bit too sweet as I like mixing whey with milk but it might be the characteristic of American brands.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-25*