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product_id: 652475972
title: "Optimum Nutrition (ON) Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder 5 lbs, 2.27 g (Vanilla Ice Cream), for Muscle Support & Recovery, Vegetarian - Primary Source Whey Isolate"
brand: "optimum nutrition"
price: "R3255"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Optimum Nutrition"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/652475972-optimum-nutrition-on-gold-standard-100-whey-protein-powder-5
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Vegetarian & gluten-free 24g premium blended protein 11g EAAs + 5.5g BCAAs Optimum Nutrition (ON) Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder 5 lbs, 2.27 g (Vanilla Ice Cream), for Muscle Support & Recovery, Vegetarian - Primary Source Whey Isolate

**Brand:** optimum nutrition
**Price:** R3255
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Optimum Nutrition (ON) Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder 5 lbs, 2.27 g (Vanilla Ice Cream), for Muscle Support & Recovery, Vegetarian - Primary Source Whey Isolate by optimum nutrition
- **How much does it cost?** R3255 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/652475972-optimum-nutrition-on-gold-standard-100-whey-protein-powder-5)

## 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

- • **Versatile Anytime Protein:** Perfect for morning, pre/post workout, or anytime you need a smooth vanilla ice cream protein boost.
- • **Endurance & Recovery Boost:** Packed with 11g essential amino acids including 5.5g BCAAs to keep you performing at your peak.
- • **Clean & Conscious Nutrition:** Gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly formula that fits your mindful lifestyle without compromise.
- • **Trusted Authenticity & Safety:** Informed Choice certified and SMS-verified unique code ensures purity and banned substance-free confidence.
- • **Gold Standard Protein Powerhouse:** 24g of fast-absorbing whey isolate, concentrate & peptides fuel muscle recovery and growth.

## Overview

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein Powder delivers 24g of high-quality blended protein per serving, primarily from whey isolate, to support muscle recovery and growth. With 11g of essential amino acids including 5.5g BCAAs, this gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly formula is trusted by athletes worldwide and rigorously tested for banned substances. Available in a rich Vanilla Ice Cream flavor, it’s your versatile, anytime protein solution for sustained endurance and muscle support.

## Description

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Review: Reliable product - Gold standard whey protein mixes smoothly tests good and delivers consistent result
Review: Allergic reaction - Very bad whey protein that gives allergic reaction on the body. It gave me cloud of acne on my forehead from the day i started consuming it, leaving me many marks on my forehead. I had been consuming whey protein of other brands since years but never faced this issue - but only when i started consuming it.

## Features

- Gold Standard 100% Whey Blend – 24g blended protein consisting of whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, and whey peptides/hydrolysates to support muscle recovery and rebuilding. Primary protein source is Whey Protein Isolate (WPI), they don't call it the Gold Standard of quality for nothing.
- What Does It Have -11 grams of naturally occurring EAAs, including 5.5 grams of naturally occurring BCAAs, and over 4 grams of naturally occurring Glutamine and Glutamic Acid in each serving to support endurance and muscle recovery. Gluten-Free & suitable for Vegetarians.
- Authenticity - SMS your 6 digit unique code (on the pack) at 57575 to instantly test the authenticity of the product.
- When To Use – First thing in the morning, before or after exercise, between meals, with a meal, or any time of the day, where you need a protein boost to your balanced diet.
- Banned Substance Tested- Informed Choice Certified- the product is blindly and regularly tested for presence of banned substances and impurities. Optimum Nutrition is trusted by world's best athletes since 35 years.
- Size/Flavours - Pick your size from single serve sachets, 1, 2, 5 pounds, 1.7 Kg and 10 pound/4Kg options and +6 Delicious flavours available to choose from.
- From world's #1 Sports Nutrition Brand-Optimum Nutrition (Source: Euromonitor International Limited; Consumer Health 2022 edition, Sports Protein Powder category, % retail value shares, 2021 data.)
- How To Use - Add 1 scoop in 180-240 ml water, milk or beverage of your choice. You can also add it to a smoothie or shake.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0DB1HK4CW |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Allergen Information | Gluten Free |
| Best Sellers Rank | #730 in Health & Personal Care ( See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care ) #13 in Whey Proteins |
| Brand | Optimum Nutrition |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Customer Reviews | 3.7 out of 5 stars 22,513 Reviews |
| Diet Type | Gluten Free |
| Flavor | Vanilla Ice Cream |
| Flavour | Vanilla Ice Cream |
| Included Components | OPTIMUM NUTRITION |
| Item Dimensions | 20.5 x 20.5 x 28.4 Centimeters |
| Item Nype Name | Protein |
| Item Weight | 2.27 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Manufactured for OPTIMUM NUTRITION, INC. By Tirupati Wellness Pvt Ltd, Manufactured for OPTIMUM NUTRITION, INC. By Tirupati Wellness Pvt Ltd, Surajpur, Nahan Road, Paonta Sahib, Dist. Sirmour-173025 (HP), India |
| Manufacturer Contact Information | Manufactured for OPTIMUM NUTRITION, INC. By Tirupati Wellness Pvt Ltd, Surajpur, Nahan Road, Paonta Sahib, Dist. Sirmour-173025 (HP), India |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Package Type Name | Tub |
| Packer Contact Information | Tirupati Wellness Pvt Ltd, Surajpur, Nahan Road, Paonta Sahib, Dist. Sirmour-173025 (HP), India |
| Product Benefits | Muscle Growth |
| Protein Source | Whey |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Post-Workout |
| Servings per Container | 73.0 |
| Total Servings Per Container | 73.0 |
| Unit Count | 2270.0 Grams |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Optimum Nutrition
- **Diet Type:** Gluten Free
- **Flavour:** Vanilla Ice Cream
- **Item Weight:** 2.27 Kilograms
- **Net Quantity:** 2270.0 Grams
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Product Benefits:** Muscle Growth
- **Protein Source:** Whey
- **Recommended Uses For Product:** Post-Workout
- **Servings per Container:** 73.0

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## Available Options

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

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Reliable product
*by P***U on 24 February 2026*

Gold standard whey protein mixes smoothly tests good and delivers consistent result

### ⭐ Allergic reaction
*by N***R on 5 February 2026*

Very bad whey protein that gives allergic reaction on the body. It gave me cloud of acne on my forehead from the day i started consuming it, leaving me many marks on my forehead. I had been consuming whey protein of other brands since years but never faced this issue - but only when i started consuming it.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Flavour and Protein
*by R***H on 24 January 2026*

Best flavour, but it is always extremely difficult to catch it.

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-04*