Now Sports Whey Protein Isolate Review

Now Sports Whey Protein Isolate is one of a few Halal-Certified Whey protein powder on the market. In this article, I’m going to test it and share with you my findings!

Now Sports is a subsidiary of Now Foods, an American legacy and family-owned company since 1968.

It offers a wide range of sports nutrition supplements designed to help support enthusiasts maximize their athletic performance and reach their fitness goals.

Whether you want to build muscle, increase endurance, or simply support your active lifestyle, Now Sports has a supplement to meet your needs.

The company places a strong emphasis on certifications and ensuring the highest quality standards for all its products. Some of these certifications include:

• GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) certification: This ensures that products are manufactured in facilities that meet strict standards for quality and safety.
• NSF Certified for Sport: This certification means that products have been tested and certified by a third-party organization to be free of banned substances and to meet strict standards for quality and safety.
• USDA Organic: For organic supplements, Now Sports have received this certification, which verifies that their products are made with organic ingredients and meet strict standards for sustainability and environmental impact.
• ISO 9001: This is an international standard for quality management, which ensures that their products meet the highest standards for quality and customer satisfaction.

Furthermore, Now Sports has a Halal certification for a number of their sports nutrition supplements delivered by ISWA Halal Certification Departement.

NOW Foods Sports Nutrition, Whey Protein Isolate, 25 G With BCAAs, Creamy Chocolate Powder, 5-Pound

• NOW Sports products are comprehensively tested so you can trust that our products are pure and effective for every level of athletics
• PROTEIN POWDER WITH BCAAs: Whey protein is considered to have the highest biological value of any protein source and is superior in essential amino acid content to beef, milk, casein, or soy
• DUTCH CHOCOLATE FLAVOR: 25 g of protein per serving
• GMP Quality Assured: NPA A-rated GMP certification means that every aspect of the NOW manufacturing process has been examined, including our laboratory/testing methods (for stability, potency, and product formulation)
• Packaged in the USA by a family owned and operated company since 1968

$77.78

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What is in a Now Sports Whey Protein Isolate

The Now Sports Whey Protein Powder I tested is the Isolate creamy chocolate with BCAAs, 25 grams of protein per serving of 33 grams. It contains the following ingredients:

• Whey Protein Isolate: This is a high-quality form of protein that is fast-absorbing and is easily digestible.
• Cocoa: This ingredient is commonly used to add flavor and richness to food and supplements. It is made from the roasted seeds of the cacao tree and is a source of antioxidants and minerals such as iron and magnesium.
• Natural flavors: These are flavors that are derived from natural sources, such as fruits, spices, and herbs, rather than synthetic sources. They are used to enhance the taste and aroma of food and supplements.
• Xanthan gum: This is a common food additive that is used as a thickener, emulsifier, and stabilizer. It helps to improve the texture and consistency of food and supplements.
• Xylitol: This is a natural sugar substitute that is derived from birch wood or corn. It is a low-calorie sweetener that has a similar taste to sugar but with fewer calories and a lower glycemic index.
• Organic stevia leaf extract: This is a natural sweetener that is derived from the leaves of the Stevia rebaudiana plant. It is a low-calorie sweetener that is often used as a substitute for sugar.
• Sea salt: This is a type of salt that is obtained by evaporating seawater. It contains a variety of minerals that are important for overall health, and is often used as a flavor enhancer in food and supplements.
• Sunflower lecithin: This is a type of fat that is derived from sunflower seeds and is commonly used as an emulsifier in food and supplements. It helps to improve the texture and stability of the product.
• And milk

And here is the nutrition facts of this Halal Certified Whey for a one serving of 33 grams:

• Calories 120
• Total fat 0.5g
• Cholesterol 5mg
• Sodium 85mg
• Total Carbohydrates 2g
• Dietary fibers 2g
• Sugar 0g
• Xylitol <1g
• Protein 25g
• Calcium 160mg
• Iron 1.3mg
• Potassium 216mg

Now Sports Whey Protein Isolate Tastiness, Mixability and Price

I tested the chocolate version and I can say that it mixed really well with no lumps. As for the taste, I recognised the cocoa powder and it didn’t feel artificial in any way. Even its sweetness is good as I didn’t find it too sweet!

Regarding the price, you can buy a 1.8 lbs (816g) container for $44 or a 5 lbs (2268g) container for $73. The 1.8 lbs container has 25 servings of 33 grams each which put the serving at $1.76 and 1g of protein at 7 cents.

The container of 5 lbs comes with 69 servings of 33 grams each which give a $1.06 per serving and 4 cents per 1g of protein.

Overall, the Now Sports Whey Protein Isolate is more expensive than other whey powders in the market, but its quality justified somehow its price.

Conclusion

To sum it up here are what I liked and what I didn’t liked about the Now Sports Whey Protein Isolate:

What I liked

• The amount of protein per serving
• The absence of sugar
• The natural flavors
• The mixability and tastiness
• The Halal certification

What I didn’t Like

• The price
• The amount of calories per serving