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Gold Standard 100% Whey Double Rich Chocolate

Optimum Nutrition
4.7
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(66191 ratings)
Potassium 210 mg
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Score54
A practical whey protein with a modest potassium side benefit and low sodium. It supports exercise nutrition far better than it supports a focused heart-health goal.
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Quantity:5 lb(s) • (74 servings)
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Score 54

A practical whey protein with a modest potassium side benefit and low sodium. It supports exercise nutrition far better than it supports a focused heart-health goal.
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Analysis

The main practical value is whey protein for supporting daily protein intake and exercise recovery. Potassium makes a modest nutritional contribution, but the label does not state a supplemental mineral form.

Low sodium and a small amount of fat keep the basic nutrition profile straightforward. The product does not provide meaningful amounts of magnesium, omega-3 fats, CoQ10, or other ingredients that would make it a dedicated heart formula.

Active adults who already want whey protein may view the potassium as a useful side benefit. Anyone purchasing specifically for cardiovascular support should not treat the protein powder as a substitute for a targeted plan.

Who is it for
  • Active adults seeking whey protein
  • People who want a low-sodium protein powder
  • Users who value a modest potassium contribution
Best for
  • Post-exercise protein intake
  • Increasing daily protein
  • General sports-nutrition routines

Pros

  • Provides whey-based protein
  • Contains modest potassium
  • Keeps sodium relatively low

Cons

  • Potassium form is not identified
  • No meaningful heart-focused ingredient breadth
  • Mineral value is limited when separated from protein use

Warnings

  • Whey is derived from milk and is unsuitable for people with a milk allergy.
  • Whey concentrate can cause digestive symptoms in some people with lactose sensitivity.

Nutrient quality

63 Moderate impact

Whey is generally a complete protein source, but the supplied facts omit the actual protein ingredient and dose. The lean nutrition profile is encouraging, while missing formula details prevent a full quality assessment.

Ingredient transparency

37 Lower impact

Basic nutrition amounts are listed, but the core protein dose and source are absent. Flavoring, sweeteners, complete directions, and other powder ingredients are also missing.

Customer satisfaction

71 High impact

The strong average rating and very large review count make the aggregate satisfaction signal reasonably dependable. No detailed review text was provided, so recurring complaints and purpose alignment cannot be assessed.

Value for money

49 Lower impact

The lean nutrition profile and large supply may provide value, but the missing protein amount prevents a reliable serving comparison. Better-disclosed whey products are easier to assess for cost and quality.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Calories
120 Calorie(s)
Total Fat
1.5 Gram(s)
Cholesterol
35 mg
Sodium
50 mg
Total Carbohydrates
3 Gram(s)
Calcium
130 mg
Iron
0.7 mg
Potassium
210 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50
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Potassium · 210 mg OverallScore35
F Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityC Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD+ Value

Potassium provides a moderate nutritional contribution within a whey protein serving. Missing source-form information limits confidence in mineral quality, even though the elemental amount is understandable. The serving cost is reasonable for protein but only middling when judged for potassium alone.

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87 Performance

Potassium Bicarbonate 1.3 g

Nutricost
<p>A clearly labeled 494 mg of potassium bicarbonate provides a meaningful, alkalizing alternative to the original's potassium contribution. The simple powder improves dose clarity, but impaired kidney function or potassium-retaining medicines can make the amount unsafe without guidance. It does not replace the original's other active ingredients or broader intended use.</p>
83 Performance

Potassium Citrate

NOW
<p>Potassium citrate supplies a meaningful 448 mg amount in a well-absorbed, alkalizing form. Its focused label gives stronger form and dose clarity than many mixed products, while kidney impairment and potassium-retaining medicines can raise blood potassium too far. It does not replace the original's other active ingredients or broader intended use.</p>
80 Performance

Albion Complexed Potassium 99 mg

Swanson Ultra
<p>A named Albion amino acid complex provides a clearly identified potassium form for users who prefer a low-dose capsule. The 99 mg amount is far smaller than the higher-dose powder options, so its advantage is form clarity rather than substantial electrolyte delivery. It does not replace the original's other active ingredients or broader intended use.</p>
85 Budget

Potassium Chloride 365 mg

Nutricost
<p>A clearly quantified 365 mg of potassium chloride makes this a focused, low-cost substitute for the original's potassium component. Chloride supports electrolyte replacement but lacks the buffering role of citrate or bicarbonate, and kidney impairment or potassium-retaining medicines can make supplementation unsafe. It does not replace the original's other active ingredients or broader intended use.</p>
81 Budget

Potassium Chloride Powder

NOW
<p>The simple powder provides 365 mg of potassium as chloride with very low recurring cost. It is easier to assess than a broad blend but lacks citrate's buffering role, while kidney impairment or potassium-retaining medicines remain important cautions. It does not replace the original's other active ingredients or broader intended use.</p>
80 Budget

Potassium 99 mg

Thompson
<p>A 99 mg potassium amino acid complex offers a low-cost, deliberately modest alternative to the original. The amount contributes little beside daily dietary needs, so it fits limited supplementation rather than substantial electrolyte replacement. It does not replace the original's other active ingredients or broader intended use.</p>
81 Value

Potassium (Citrate)

Pure Encapsulations
<p>A simple capsule supplies 200 mg of potassium citrate, providing an absorbable and alkalizing form at a moderate amount. It offers a practical middle ground between low-dose tablets and concentrated powders, with the same kidney and medication cautions that apply to added potassium. It does not replace the original's other active ingredients or broader intended use.</p>
80 Value

Potassium Gluconate Pure Powder

NOW
<p>A focused powder supplies 175 mg of potassium gluconate with excellent recurring value. The amount is more useful than a basic 99 mg tablet but remains a limited contribution beside dietary needs, and potassium retention from kidney disease or medicines still matters. It does not replace the original's other active ingredients or broader intended use.</p>
78 Value

Potassium 99 mg

Country Life
<p>Citrate and an amino acid chelate provide useful form quality in a streamlined supplement. Repeated 99 mg entries make the total potassium amount ambiguous, but the low recurring cost supports cautious, modest use. It does not replace the original's other active ingredients or broader intended use.</p>
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Sources

Published studies used for the product analysis and the top-ranked studies for each ingredient and goal.

  1. Potassium intake, stroke, and cardiovascular disease a meta-analysis of prospective studies.
    D'Elia L; Barba G; Cappuccio FP; Strazzullo P · Journal of the American College of Cardiology · 2011
    Meta-analysis247,510 participants11 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
  2. Oral potassium supplementation for management of essential hypertension: A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
    Poorolajal J; Zeraati F; Soltanian AR; Sheikh V; Hooshmand E; Maleki A · PloS one · 2017
    Meta-analysis1,213 participants23 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
  3. Effect of Potassium Supplementation on Endothelial Function: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of Intervention Studies.
    D'Elia L; Cappuccio FP; Masulli M; La Fata E; Rendina D; Galletti F · Nutrients · 2023
    Meta-analysis332 participants5 studies pooledHeart Health forPotassium
  4. Magnesium and Potassium Supplementation for Systolic Blood Pressure Reduction in the General Normotensive Population: A Systematic Review and Subgroup Meta-Analysis for Optimal Dosage and Treatment Length.
    Behers BJ; Behers BM; Stephenson-Moe CA; Vargas IA; Meng Z; Thompson AJ; Melchor J; Wojtas CN; Rosario MA; Baker JF; Deevers AC; Mouratidis RW; Sweeney MJ · Nutrients · 2024
    Meta-analysisHeart Health forPotassium
  5. Potassium intake and risk of stroke in women with hypertension and nonhypertension in the Women's Health Initiative.
    Seth A; Mossavar-Rahmani Y; Kamensky V; Silver B; Lakshminarayan K; Prentice R; Van Horn L; Wassertheil-Smoller S · Stroke · 2015
    Cohort study90,137 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
  6. Effect of high potassium diet on endothelial function.
    Blanch N; Clifton PM; Petersen KS; Willoughby SR; Keogh JB · Nutrition, metabolism, and cardiovascular diseases : NMCD · 2015
    Randomized trial35 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
  7. Associations between sodium, potassium, and blood pressure: results from the Hispanic Community Health Study/Study of Latinos, a prospective cohort study.
    Swift SL; Sotres-Alvarez D; Raij L; Wassertheil-Smoller S; Schneiderman N; Llabre M; Zeki Al Hazzouri A; Rundek T; Van Horn L; Daviglus M; Castaneda S; Youngblood M; Mossavar-Rahmani Y; Elfassy T · The American journal of clinical nutrition · 2024
    Cohort study11,429 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
  8. Serum potassium levels provide prognostic information in symptomatic heart failure beyond traditional clinical variables.
    Toledo CC; Vellosa Schwartzmann P; Miguel Silva L; da Silva Ferreira G; Bianchini Cardoso F; Citelli Ribeiro V; Paim LR; Antunes-Correa LM; Carvalho Sposito A; Matos Souza JR; Modolo R; Nadruz W; Fernandes de Carvalho LS; Coelho-Filho OR · ESC heart failure · 2021
    Cohort study178 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
  9. Long-Term Potassium Monitoring and Dynamics in Heart Failure and Risk of Mortality.
    Núñez J; Bayés-Genís A; Zannad F; Rossignol P; Núñez E; Bodí V; Miñana G; Santas E; Chorro FJ; Mollar A; Carratalá A; Navarro J; Górriz JL; Lupón J; Husser O; Metra M; Sanchis J · Circulation · 2019
    Cohort study2,164 participantsHeart Health forPotassium
  10. Finerenone, Serum Potassium, and Clinical Outcomes in Heart Failure With Mildly Reduced or Preserved Ejection Fraction.
    Vardeny O; Vaduganathan M; Claggett BL; Desai AS; Jhund PS; Lam CSP; Senni M; Shah SJ; Voors AA; Zannad F; Pitt B; Matsumoto S; Merkely B; Zieroth S; Yilmaz MB; Lay-Flurrie J; Viswanathan P; Horvat-Broecker A; Scalise A; McMurray JJV; Solomon SD · JAMA cardiology · 2025
    Randomized trial6,001 participantsHeart Health forPotassium