NOW Sports Whey Protein Isolate Powder Vanilla 5 lb

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Price to quality ratio this is hands down the best you’re going to get delivered to your door in two days or less. From playing sports as a kid to staying fit in adulthood I’ve tried it all. My preference is grass fed whey protein isolate. This is usually PREMIUM price. Did that for a while. Shopped around because of price and found NOW. Tried it. Loved it. Been on it for a year. Amazing. One to one performance wise. Swapped from a brand that costs thirty dollars more for almost the same product offering with no noticeable changes other than flavor. I’ve never been one to complain about the flavor of a supplement/vitamin. I see reviews for other supps where someone complains about the taste of a veggie capsule?! Like, huh? You swallow it? It’s not candy or dessert. The main objective is get clean* protein into your muscles quick. Not taste like a dessert. That’s my opinion when it comes to sports nutrition. You make greater sacrifices to get / stay fit than the taste of a shake 1 or 2x / day. Vanilla is better than chocolate, imo. Mixes fine, no clumps. I don’t use a ball in my shaker. Travels well in zip lock bags for overnights (I mix single serving with one scoop of creatine in the ziplock for easy use on the go - little travel hack ;) it’s not cheap but also for what you’re getting, it’s a phenomenal value proposition compared to others on the market. Vanilla is my favorite but will do choccy if it’s on sale. I had to write this review, I love this stuff. Very versatile.

This is a high quality product produced by a long standing American company, known for producing a wide array of vitamins and supplements. I mix this in cold water and find it dissolves well, and the vanilla flavor is fine. There are no added sugars and the protein content is exactly what I wanted.

I was very hopeful that I had found the ultimate whey powder for myself. I wanted something that was 1) High quality, 2) All natural, 3) Free of unnecessary additives, 4) affordable, and 5) tasted good. Well, 4 out of 5 isn't bad. This is definitely a high quality powder, it has 80% less cholesterol than the GNC Pro Performance I was using, has ZERO artificial additives, and is very reasonably priced. The only complaint I have, and this isn't a huge one, is the Stevia. Now as far as alternate sweeteners go, Stevia is one of the best all-natural alternatives you can find. Unfortunately it has an aftertaste that can linger just as strong as an artificial sweetener, and the usage in this powder seems just a bit heavy-handed, especially since it does use some fructose as well. Personally I could taste the Stevia more than the vanilla. If you know you like Stevia as a sweetener, then this gets a 100% recommendation. If you are unsure, try out a stevia-sweetened drink from a health foods section and see what you think first. If you dislike the aftertaste, then do what I am going to do next time, and just pick up the Unflavored NOW Whey Protein Isolate and adjust to your own tastes. Unflavored whey powder is almost tasteless, and works great as a base for shakes of any flavor.

NOW Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Isolate has been a game-changer for my husband's post-workout routine. As an avid gym-goer, he relies on quality supplements to fuel his recovery, and this creamy vanilla powder delivers outstanding results every time. With 25g of protein per serving and added BCAAs, it provides the perfect combination of nutrients to support muscle repair and growth, helping him recover faster and perform at his best. The creamy vanilla flavor is delicious and mixes easily with water or milk, making it a treat to enjoy after a tough workout. We've been loyal fans of NOW Sports Nutrition for years, and this 5-pound tub ensures we always have plenty on hand. The value for money is unbeatable, especially considering the high quality of the product and the noticeable benefits it provides. Overall, I can't recommend NOW Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Isolate enough. Whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting your fitness journey, this protein powder is a must-have for achieving your goals and feeling satisfied with your progress.

I like this product EXCEPT for the following: When I was ordering, there were four different sizes (weights) listed. I had previously ordered the 1.2 pound container to determine if I liked the product. Important to me was that it had no flavoring and no artificial sweeteners. I liked the product so decided to purchase another container, this time 5 pounds. I didn't realize it at the time but the larger container contained vanilla flavoring and artificial sweetener (xylitol). On the order page the two size options are side-by-side but they are NOT the same product. The smaller is no flavor or sweetener. The larger is flavored and sweetened. Thinking I was getting the same product as originally ordered, I ordered the 5 pound container (not realizing the differences). Two issues need to be addressed: 1) Amazon, fix your webpage so non-identical food products are not on the same page. 2) I'd like to return/replace this foul tasting, flavored product.