Gold Standard 100% Whey
Buy on AmazonAs an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. Pello may earn a commission on purchases made through some of these links at no extra cost to you. This never influences our scores or recommendations.Learn more
Used for: post-workout recovery and building muscle
Summary
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Whey is a protein supplement with 24g of protein per serving.
Strengths
- Key ingredients are well supported by research.
- Good value at $1.70 per serving.
Weaknesses
- No major weaknesses.
Why it scores 84
How scoring works →Independent analysis No brand partnerships
The details
Cross-referenced with PubMed & Examine.com
Whey is a fast-digesting, complete protein that supports muscle repair; roughly 20–40g after training is the evidence-based target.
Sodium is the main electrolyte lost in sweat; replacing it supports fluid balance in long or hot sessions.
1 of 5 standards Pello tracks · Third-party tested for banned substances
Tested for sport
- NSF Certified for SportVerified with NSF · Oct 5, 2026 ↗
Tested for substances banned in sport, with the formula and label reviewed and the manufacturing facilities inspected.
- Informed Sport
- Cologne List
Food & sourcing
- USDA Organic
- Non-GMO Project Verified
Diet claims
- Vegan: no
Brand or retailer label claim, not a certification.
- Gluten-free: yes
Brand or retailer label claim. In the US a gluten-free label means under 20 ppm gluten.
- Dairy-free: no
From the allergen list, where one is available.
Certifications are as listed on the product's page at The Feed. NSF Certified for Sport is also checked against NSF's own database. Certifications can lapse, so check the certifier's search before you rely on one, especially if you're drug tested.
Loading community reviews…
Pello community reviews
Submitted by athletes on Pello, separate from the retailer rating at the top of the page.
No reviews yet — be the first!
