Optimum Nutrition Pro Gainer Vanilla Custard, 5.09 Lbs

Good mass builder with even better taste. Didn't get tired of it quickly.

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Awesome protein powder. Taste is amazing. Highly recommend.

Mixes very well (better than ON protein products) and has a very high protein to carb ratios plus tons of essential vitamins and minerals. Taste is quite good (Vanilla Custard) though nothing to rave about. Please note that the total calorie content per dosage is not the highest. It suits me fine, since at 640 calories it is just right to push a normal to slightly lower than maintenance diet into the bulking diet territory (so no complex re-computations needed) and has the right ratio of proteins, fats and carbs not to require re-computation of the rest of the diet. However, if you have very high caloric needs (if you are already a big guy and are struggling with diet targets of 3500+ calories or you are a true ectomorph), this may be an expensive proposition as you may need more than one scoop. At 14-17 scoops per package (depending on how high you heap your scoop) at almost 5K, this is very costly. If high protein content is not a requirment (or if you wish to further supplement with a protein powder) this is not the most cost effective way to gain mass. For pure quality and for medium size people with normal metabolism or slight ectomorphic characteristic, this is a great choice if price is not a consideration.

My husband lost 15 pounds post-emergency surgery and a month out he's getting back into his workouts, but can't seem to get interested in food. With his system reserves at a minimum, I purchased the Optimum Nutrition Pro Gainer Protein Powder in hopes that the high calorie content (when mixed) and high protein (for building him back up) would be helpful. The Vanilla Custard flavor was a good choice. Mixes well with both water and milk, and throwing in peanut butter or berries with some ice for a smoothie is easy to do. The most important thing next to the nutrition - it tastes good and he'll drink it. This has become an essential meal replacement for my husband and we are both optimistic that in time this supplement will help him to regain lost muscle mass and energy.

Two words - Brilliant and Effective! Enjoyed every scoop - would recommend it absolutely for those body gains. With 60gms of Proteins per scoop, make sure, you work out properly.

Just started with this product, altho I am a long time fan of On Whey Platinum. First I did due-diligence by reading feedback from REAL body builders - addressing such concerns as "Which is the #1 Weight Gainer & why isn't THIS #1?" My 1st concern was that the product be capable of adding MUSCLE (when combined with proper workouts, lifestyle & food) (the goes-without-saying-but-saying-it ---> don't be the equivalent of lard + sugar + impossibly fake additives) My 2nd concern was TASTE. If I hated the taste, the hate would never get better-just worse. Adding a strong instruction from an MD, I make my shakes with lots of fresh pineapple (blender needed). It enhances healing in an amazing way & I am told it is used in South America even in hospitals. Look it up-being careful that sources are scientific. Simplistic review - muscle building is a process of "breaking down" & in response, building up - so,HEALING. So far, I am only able to comment on TASTE.(Vanilla Custard) Wow! Waaaay better than expected! I mix with aforementioned fresh pineapple & Almond milk (50% more calcium than cow milk & probably better all around) For men over 40 - go look up the prostate studies re: dairy products & PC association. Make sure always that your source is good scientific research. Then you might opt to mix this Gainer with Almond milk also. Yeah & fresh pineapple!