MET-Rx Natural Whey Protein Powder, Chocolate Protein Powder, 5 Lb

I am leaving a review for the flavor. I am not a nutritionist or a chemist, so I can't speak to any of that stuff. Also, I've had the product for only two days, so it's not possible at this time to tell how well it influences my performance.A little about me, first. I mix shakes with whole milk because my muscular physiology responds well to a high fat content in my diet. Most of my training is focused on building strength and power. I really don't do much in the way of cardio, although that's not by choice.The flavor is actually very nice. It may be because of the milk, but I find it to be fairly rich. I'm really not sure why these people are saying the flavor isn't very strong. It has a dark chocolate flavor which I find to be full, satisfying, and natural. This isn't like some product flavors (I'm looking at you, MusclePharm Cookies and Cream from Costco) that walk into your house, set your chairs on fire, and then slap you in the face. This flavor chills with you on the couch and generally doesn't make a scene. It's very pleasant.This may also be psychosomatic, but I feel like it tastes less processed than most other wheys. It just tastes ... "right." This one doesn't have a lot of extra stuff in it, and I feel good after having a shake. I don't feel bloated, pregnant, flatulent, or like a bloated pregnant flatulent lady. I bought this because I tried ON's caramel fudge flavor and it gave me headaches — I usually don't have any issues with them, just that flavor specifically. It was, however, enough to get me to try something new. This one works well, and costs $14 less. We'll see how good it does over time!Addendum 2016-06-14: I went through a jar of this, then a jar of MusclePharm whey that was on sale at Costco, and now I'm on another jar of this.I have noticed no difference between this and any other whey I've tried performance-wise. Now, I haven't gone through any scientific stress tests, so I'm just speaking from how I feel. But honestly, it gives you all the protein you need and nothing you don't. It's a great protein supplement. My strength training is progressing well and my tendonitis is on the decline. I should note that I also use ON casein at night in combination with this.For the money, you can't go wrong. I would tell any friend looking for protein about this product.

Update- 8/2017- After a long time of using this product, I say it is still overall good quality and I'm sticking to it. I've had bad tasting ones, this isn;t bad but I see how some would not like it. However, this stuff does NOT mix well. You need a shaker cup and even then it may clump. Really wish MetRx would work on that because sometimes it's a pain cleaning out the clumps from the cup. Price is great, and this doesn't cause as much bloating as ON and others that use sucralose-heavy sweetners. I'm in great shape, have a six pack and a chest (not just skinny with abs, I'm close to 6 foot and 190 lbs) and can atest to this product.Uses Stevia rather than sucralose. Used to get ON but I go through a decent amount and ON uses sucralose and that's too much to use regularly. ON has quality ingredients. Checked reports on this and it's ingredient are quality too. ON has a natural but it is expensive. This stuff is cheaper than any of the ON and about the same in quality, and it doesn't have sucralose. The chocolate tastes fine. There's initially a small amount of that typical "protein powder" taste, but it is not overpowering and you quickly get used to it.Note- Stir vigorously, it doesn't mix easily but does mix with good stirring. I use water to mix. Sometimes will add a serving of peanut butter to it, ice, water, and blend and it's great!

This was the best low-carb high protein whey powder on the market. Chocolate flavor is actually pretty good, too.

I put a spreadsheet together comparing about 15 different protein powders and protein sources to find the best price per gram of protein. This was the second cheapest at $0.024 per gram. The cheapest was an open bag of muscle milk I found on ebay at $0.020 per gram. I actually went to purchase it, but it had already sold after I finished putting the spreadsheet together. Anyway this was the cheapest sustainable source I could find. **EDIT** This was calculated at $38.14 for the item, the price has since gone up.I also liked that it was sweetened with stevia since recent studies in mice have shown that gut bacteria can actually convert other 0 Cal sweeteners into digestible sugars.My first shake didn't blow my mind. It tasted ok, but you have to develop a taste for stevia. You'll notice a slightly bitter aftertaste at first, but by the 3rd shake I didn't notice it. Actually, I've grown to love the flavor. I highly recommend mixing the powder with milk. The fat and lactose make it amazing. I mix mine in a shaker with one of those balls in it and if it's not too cold it doesn't take much shaking to get rid of all the clumps. 1 50gram scoop (scooper from another source), 8oz black coffee, and 12oz whole milk. Shake, put it in the fridge for a few hours to get nice and cold. Quick shake before drinking = amazing! I drink one every day.

Taste (1-5): *5* - This is actually one of the best tasting protein powder mixes I have ever tasted. Its chocolate flavored, but taste like it should - like chocolate. It is sweetened with Stevia Extract, so if you are concerned with sugar alternatives - you might want to pass or at least research it.Mixability (1-5): Spoon = *2*, Fork = *2*, Cup Blender = *5*, Push Blender = *5*, Electric Blender = *5*.Results (1-5): *4* - I'll be honest, I use it as a supplement and not for any substantial muscle/ weight gain. I work out 7-days a week (15-45 minutes a day). I have tried different protein powders over a period of years and can't really measure any of the results, except that I maintain muscle mass. It feels good to have the added protein in my diet and after a workout to keep my body in tip-top-shape. So as long as these protein powders don't make me feel weak or change my physique drastically, I'll keep taking it.Value (1-5): *4* - Pretty good value here. Bought it for 41.37 w/ tax. There are 68 (1-scoop) servings. That comes out to about $.60 a serving; which isn't too bad.The Jae Factor (1-5): *5* I used to be committed to a specific brand, but when they stopped making the protein powder that I always bought; I've been on the search for my next commitment. MET-Rx may be fitting that mold in my book. It taste great and mixes super well. BTW - Health Diet and Exercise make all the world of a difference.