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Gold Standard Whey
Gold Standard Whey by Optimum Nutrition provides 387 kcal per 100 g, with 6.5 g of sugars and 77.4 g of protein. That is 69% more sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Protein powders category and comes in a 4.23 lb pack. Contains: milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 31g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 387 kcal | 120 kcal | 363 +7% | |
| Total fat | 4.8 g | 1.5 g | 2% | 4.7 |
| Saturated fat | 3.2 g | 1 g | 5% | 2.1 +58% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.5 g | 2 g | 1% | 10.1 −36% |
| Total sugars | 6.5 g | 2 g | 3.8 +69% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.6 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 4.1 −100% |
| Protein | 77.4 g | 24 g | 48% | 69.6 +11% |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 0.3 g | 1.1 |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 4749 Protein powders products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other protein powders
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Protein Blend (Whey Protein Isolate, Whey Protein Concentrate, Hydrolyzed Whey Protein), Natural and Artificial Flavor, Sunflower Lecithin, Soy Lecithin, Salt, Acesulfame Potassium, Sucralose.
- Allergens
- MilkSoybeans
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 4.23 lb
- Serving size
- 31g
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0748927069235
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Gold Standard Whey?
Gold Standard Whey contains 387 kcal per 100 g and about 120 kcal per serving (31g).
How much sugar is in Gold Standard Whey?
Gold Standard Whey has 6.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Gold Standard Whey healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Gold Standard Whey vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Gold Standard Whey contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 29, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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