Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein - 30 Servings, Milk Chocolate

I’ve been very impressed with Transparent Labs Grass-Fed Whey Protein. It mixes smoothly without leaving any clumps, and the flavor is enjoyable without tasting overly sweet. I also appreciate the straightforward ingredient profile and the absence of artificial sweeteners, coloring, and unnecessary fillers. The whey protein isolate makes it convenient to add more protein after a workout or during a busy day. It feels lighter and easier to drink than many protein powders I’ve tried. Although it costs a little more than some alternatives, the ingredient quality makes it worth the price to me. Overall, this is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a clean, dependable protein powder. Five stars! Please adjust any comments about taste, mixing, or digestion to match your personal experience before posting.

A little on the pricier side but causes no bloating which I frequently experience with protein powder. Taste is pretty good, not amazing, but blends well with the ingredients I like to use (frozen banana, peanut butter, almond or coconut milk, hemp hearts). Something I also like about it is that there is only a few ingredients. I'll probably order again if the price stays reasonable.

I landed on this brand of protein powder after searching all over the internet for an affordable powder with low lead content. I'm hooked on the chocolate flavor and they are the worst offenders. I was very happy to have found this one - tastes chocolatey but not overwhelmingly so; mixes well and digests easily. Price is higher than what we were paying for our previous powder but the third-party testing and low heavy metal content are worth it.

Here is my unpaid, unbiased review: Strengths: -The biggest strength is that TL goes out of its way to ensure and show that their protein is free of significant contaminants, which is something I was looking for. The Informed Protein and Informed Choice labels are good, but the real star of the show is the readily available CoAs which appears to be an unparalleled practice. I wish every brand had these. -28g of protein is very good. Many other “clean” brands I found have 24 or fewer grams. And you know it’s actual protein. -The texture is good, very smooth with minimal clumping. I have used both a shaker bottle and automatic blender bottle with similar results. -Chocolate flavor is decent, I’ve had slightly better but way worse. Reminds me a lot of Premier Protein’s chocolate flavor. Areas for improvement: -This is like picking out pimples on the face of a supermodel, but I believe NSF Certified for Sport and Informed Sport are both more stringent than Informed Choice. I’d like to see one of those make it on the label instead, even at the cost of being slightly pricier, but again, not a huge deal. -There’s also no typical amino acid profile I could find available on the website. Some other brands have this. It’s not something I pay attention to, but there’s someone out there who does, I’m sure. -For people who don’t like stevia or sunflower lecithin, those are in the flavored varieties. I couldn’t care less about these, though. -The flavor isn’t perfect - the balance between stevia and cocoa seems to lean a bit more towards the stevia side, but maybe that’s just me. Or else it’s because cocoa powder has to be minimal to minimize heavy metal contaminants. -It is a bit foamy at first after mixing, but quickly settles down after 1-2 minutes. But I cannot emphasize enough how nit-picky this is. Overall: great protein powder supplement, I plan to use this for the foreseeable future.

Item as described. Not a fan of the Stevia aftertaste but the chocolate flavor is very good. Grateful I was able to find a cleaner whey protein product. I will purchase this again.

This is my go to whey protein. The flavor is very good even using Stevia. It blends so well with my cold water unlike my other whey protein mix. It works great helping me with recovery and I feel much better lifting mixing this with my TLC. The creatine blended with this protein gives me a spectacular boost at the gym. I’m noticing better lifts and added energy during and after my weightlifting and cardio sessions. It’s very exciting to see my muscles starting to increase in size too. Thank you Transparent Labs, the edge I needed.

This review is for information, amusement, entertainment, but is not medical advice, so consult your own medical practitioner. This worked for ME, but your mileage may vary. PROS: Transparent Whey Protein Powder helps achieve my goal of 100 grams of protein per day. Tastes great. CONS: with no fiber and only 1 gram of fat, there’s nothing to slow absorption, so it’s a high glycemic index supplement which spikes insulin and could create insulin resistance response, resulting in adrenal and cortisol hormones imbalance. To avoid this, perhaps also add supplemental Omega-3 fish oil (healthy fat) and some fiber to slow absorption. A back pain specialist looked at my MRI report and commented that there’s “no magic answer to this”, then asked me what I thought would help. I squirmed in my 300 lbs and answered it would probably help if I lost a lot of weight, but I was having difficulty accomplishing that. Dad had lost weight by eating only one meal per day, but that wasn’t working for me. When he questioned further I admitted that I was also snacking on junk food later in the evening. He said he could help. The snacking was my body’s response to poor nutrition. So I was to eliminate the “white” carbohydrates: white flour, white rice, white potatoes, pasta, and sugars. And I should get at least 100 grams of protein per day. To supplement protein from food, He recommends a two brands of organic whey protein, with Transparent brand as “the cleanest.” His practice’s nutritionist said my maintenance weight would require 1700-1800 calories, so to lose weight without losing muscle I should eat those calories in protein and satisfy remaining hunger with good vegetables and some fruits. Hunger is counterproductive to weight loss; the weight will come off with reasonable exercise. Regarding Organic produce, If one searches the web, there are lists of produce that test high for pesticides, so if your budget requires prudence, spend extra for Organic options on those “dirty dozen” and buy regular ones for the “clean 15” that test more favorably. Pesticide residues could mess with your organs and their ability to use food properly. CONCLUSION: So, is anyone wondering “Well, how’s that workin’ out for ya?” It’s working for ME. My healthcare practitioners did blood tests that showed blood glucose high, bad cholesterol high; good cholesterol low. A month later the numbers were better which is good for overall health. And I’ve lost 20 lbs in a month without being hungry. Exercise at this point is walking for 30 minutes a day plus climbing a flight of stairs 7 repetitions twice per day. Because I’m also building a moderate amount of muscle, I’ll be adding some muscle weight as I lose fat weight, so I don’t expect to lose 20 lbs. every month, but should lose a hundred within 8 months, perhaps. It’s a good plan for me, and I pray you and your practitioner find a workable plan for you. I’m also using an organic plant-based protein supplement that has fiber and probiotics in it next month.

I’m SUPER picky when it comes to protein powders, and this is hands down one of the best I’ve tried! 🤍 The taste is amazing, and I love that it mixes just as well with milk, coconut milk, or even plain water! Plus, the price is great for the quality!! Definitely one I’ll keep repurchasing!