Optimum Nutrition Platinum Hydrowhey Protein Powder, 100% Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Powder, Flavor: Red Velvet Cake, 3.5 Pounds

I used to use the ON Gold Standard whey product but found a lot of times I either had wind problems and a bad feeling in my gut shortly after taking it and started to get tired of feeling bad and the 'rumbles in the jungle' after workouts. Yes, I tried using it with milk, water, almond milk and lactose free milk along with soya milk but the results were mostly the same each time and it never went away.After trying some other products I spotted this Platinum Hydro whey and some reviews I read online mentioned it was easier on the stomach, so I gave a tub of the Velocity Vanilla a go. It's not cheap, lets get that out there at the start - and I'm not going to go into all the science about how its made (go to the ON website if you want to read about that), but its a quality product and since using it for a few months I'm happy to report zero stomach upsets. No wind, no rumbles and I don't have to keep lookout for an emergency toilet!The vanilla is a tad over sweetened in my opinion but better with milk than water, the chocolate is ok I guess but the best one I've tasted so far is the Super Strawberry, its much better tasting. It reminds me a bit of Nesquik milk or Strawberry Angel Delight, and is perfectly fine to have even with plain water - for me anyway - your taste buds may vary.If you use it to bake with, it does tend to dry out the end product so add a little more moisture into the recipe, for example protein brownies, use a bit more coconut oil. I'm guessing this is due to the manufacturing process, Gold Standard seems a bit 'moister' and didn't do this.4 stars as although the gains keep on coming without any side effects, its a tad expensive and the tubs are smaller than the Gold Standard.

Like good sex with a bad ex, this initially tastes sweet but leaves a bitter aftertaste.I'm guessing this comes from the leucine, which, like other BCAAs, some experts consider unnecessary for most people.Otherwise, I'm finding it no better or worse than my usual choice, ON's Gold Standard. As this is so much more expensive I'll be reverting to Gold once I get through this tub.Review relates to Strawberry flavour

One of the better protein supplements I've used, it's easy to mix in a shaker, not lumpy at all and is very smooth to drink. I ordered the strawberry flavour, its got a bit of a strange almost chemical taste to it like a strawberry medicine I had when I was a kid but to be fair it's rare a protein supplement tastes amazing but suppose it's the results that counts so it doesn't bother me too much.I've noticed whilst using this supplement for a month that I've recovered between hard training sessions quicker than usual, gains in muscle mass haven't really been too notable, added a small amount lean muscle but that's about it really.Very good to use if you want rapid recovery in-between training sessions.

Like most protein powders, its hard to tell how much better one is over another in regards to actually building or maintaining muscle. The reason for 3 stars is the taste......compared to others or similar quality, it just doesn't taste nice at all and i struggled to finish the whole tub. If it didn't cost so much, I probably would have left it and bought a different brand.

Purest form of whey Protein, I like it a lot. Mixes easily , it's fast digesting and leaves 0 bloated feeling or any unwanted side effects.

Some people have been saying that the sweetener in this product is bad (carcinogenic). however after very in depth study in to acessulafme-k or acessulafme potassium it excreted from the body with no side effects despite the hype and scare mongering created by the bad reviews.

Tasty, gentle on the stomach and good for Keto would definately recommend, particuarly if you have strict dietary requirments. It is expensive for what it is though and cheaper alternatives could be sourced if you didn't need to stay in Keto.

I have a fairly severe lactose intolerance but this powder doesn't affect me adversely in any way! I take it before and after a training session. It has definitely helped me recover from long or faster runs or intense strength sessions as the gym. I would highly recommend it. Delivery was really quick also. Ordered on a Friday evening and it arrived on Sunday.