I didn't believe the reviews. Trying to describe it other than chemical. It takes sour, bitter, the artificial sweetener taste akin to aspartame (saccharine)), which overwhelms whatever minor chocolate flavoring is inside. It even leaves an after taste in your mouth if you don't rinse.
While product was cheap on clearance (I see why now) , I will return the unopened one because sometimes cheap isn't cheap enough
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Product Discontinued.
About This Product
- 20g of protein per serving
- NSF Certified for Sport®
- Formulated with whey from cows not treated with rBGH growth hormone
- Free of gluten, artificial colors, flavors, or sweeteners
- Chocolate flavor
Serious about building muscle and what you put in your body? True Athlete® Natural Whey Protein Powder is for you. Each scoop features 10g of protein for needs-based customization, plus enzymes, probiotics, and prebiotics to support digestion.
What sets True Athlete apart? Maximum performance, zero banned substances. These supplements are NSF Certified for Sport, free of 270+ banned substances, and undergo rigorous third-party testing to ensure nothing gets in the way of your performance.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does NSF Certified for Sport mean?
Simple: If it’s not on the label, it’s not in the product. This certification ensures potency of ingredients and that there are no banned substances.
Directions
Add two (2) scoops of powder (30.4 g) to one (1) cup (8 fl. oz.) cold water. Stir, blend, or add to shaker bottle and mix or shake until smooth.
Warning
Consult your healthcare provider prior to use if you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have any medical conditions. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep out of reach of children. Tamper evident. Do not use if seal is broken or missing.
Serving Size: 2 Scoop(s)
Number of Servings: 37 Servings
Amount Per Serving
% Daily Value
CALORIES
**%
TOTAL FAT
3%
SATURATED FAT
5%
TRANS FAT
**%
CHOLESTEROL
22%
SODIUM
7%
TOTAL CARBOHYDRATE
1%
DIETARY FIBER
4%
TOTAL SUGARS - INCLUDES 0G ADDED SUGARS
N/A*
PROTEIN
40%
VITAMIN D
N/A*
CALCIUM
8%
IRON
6%
POTASSIUM
4%
Other Ingredients:
Whey protein concentrate, cocoa powder (processed with alkali), natural flavor, inulin, xanthan gum, soy lecithin, salt, rebaudioside a-stevia (stevia leaf extract), lactase, papain, bromelain, Bacillus coagulans SNZ 1969 (25mg, 190 million CFU). Contains: Milk, Soy.
Does Not Contain:
Free of Artificial Sweeteners, Free of Artificial Flavors, Free of Artificial Colors
Brand:
True Athlete
Form:
Powder
Flavor:
Chocolate
Serving Size:
2 Scoop(s)
Number of Servings:
37 Servings
Price per Serving:
($1.21 / serving)
Product Weight:
47 OZ
Specialty Diets:
Gluten Free
Item # :
VS-6007 / 1774405
57 Ratings
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Aug 16, 2026
Believe the negative reviews..it's disgusting.
Location
US
Would you recommend?No
Purchased on Aug 4, 2026
Jul 18, 2026
It's great
I don't know what the other reviews are talking about. It doesn't smell at all and tastes great in just water. It shakes just fine. It has clean ingredients, maybe people are too addicted to sugar. A little high in cholesterol but great price on sale.
Would you recommend?Yes
Purchased on Jun 24, 2026
Jun 26, 2026
GROSS! AVOID!
I opened the bottle as soon as I got home. It smelled like chemicals. I thought oh maybe just it's just the smell. WRONG. It taste nothing like protein powder. It taste like CHEMICALS!!! I can't get back to the store fast enough to return this!!! I purchased bc it was half off and I needed a quick protein powder!
Location
US
Would you recommend?No
Nov 8, 2025
Average
Average protein powder. Taste to me was off.
Location
Wilmington, DE, US
Gender
Male
Age Range
25-34
Fitness Level
Advanced
Would you recommend?No
Purchased on Sep 22, 2025
Jul 15, 2025
This is (not) The Whey
I've never felt the need to leave a review before but after tasting this I had to. This is the worst tasting powder I've ever had. Both the taste and smell reek of chemicals. I bought 2 tubs, absolutely no way I will be finishing either.
Location
Raleigh, NC, US
Gender
Male
Age Range
35-44
Would you recommend?No
Feb 23, 2025
Good for strict diet or going lean.
I see a lot of mixed reviews but I can say that it mixes and taste better in water which is a huge plus because there is no added sugars, fats and or calories than with milk. With water it's a 4.5/5 with and without the ball, little to no foam, and mixed well with no chunks of leftovers of powder but with milk it's a 3/5 very foamy doesn't matter with or without the ball there is some chunks or leftover powder at the bottom. Taste wise it's a 4/5 if your just looking for something that tastes…
Location
OCALA, FL, US
Gender
Male
Age Range
25-34
Fitness Level
Intermediate
Would you recommend?Yes
Jan 31, 2025
Cheap does not equal good, chocolate flavor is bland, treat yourself with somebody higher tier
I got one 40-serving tub of the chocolate flavor, it was cheap and I needed some protein powder.
The taste is flat and bland, not nearly as good as top brands. Until I got used to the flavor being so bleh, it made me want to lose my gains lol.
As for performance, the macros are there but I feel better on the higher tier brands. Don't skimp on buying your proteins like I just did, especially if you're consuming 1-2 servings per day.
The taste is flat and bland, not nearly as good as top brands. Until I got used to the flavor being so bleh, it made me want to lose my gains lol.
As for performance, the macros are there but I feel better on the higher tier brands. Don't skimp on buying your proteins like I just did, especially if you're consuming 1-2 servings per day.
Location
US
Gender
Male
Age Range
18-24
Fitness Level
Advanced
Would you recommend?No
Apr 29, 2024
Good, Clean Protein
True Athlete Natural Whey Protein is my go-to choice. It is free from sucralose and sweetened with stevia for a clean taste. It mixes effortlessly and holds NSF certification, ensuring its safety. Perfect for athletes, I take it every morning and post-workout without fail-I highly recommend it for anyone seeking a trustworthy protein option.
Location
Chapel Hill, NC, US
Gender
Male
Age Range
55-64
Would you recommend?Yes
Purchased on Apr 13, 2024
Apr 23, 2024
Don't Hesitate
Taste is great and natural, you actually feel it, my go to.
Location
Boca Raton, FL, US
Gender
Male
Age Range
35-44
Would you recommend?Yes
Purchased on Feb 25, 2024
Sep 26, 2023
Does not mix well
You get what you pay for here? impossible to fully dissolve when making a protein shake
Purchased on Aug 26, 2023
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Why did you choose this?
I know the product delivers 20 grams of protein but I cannot find anywhere what the amino acid breakdown is? I am looking for the amino acid ratios and they are nowhere to be found on the jar.
Best Answer: I’m wonder same thing?
According to the label this product is nut free and there are no eggs in it either. This should be a good product for my eight grade grandson to use after workouts for recovery. He is allergic to nuts and eggs so I need to know if you think this product will work for him? Thanks!
Best Answer: Yes, also hormone-free, GMO free
need to know if the product is cold pressed?
why choose this whey protein over any other?
Best Answer: The reason you would choose this product is because of the "no artificial colors, flavors, or sweetners" - and it still tastes very good. The reason you wouldn't choose it, and why I won't anymore is that it will not break up in a shaker cup - no matter what is in the cup to break it up, nor how hard you shake it. You still drink lumps of powder.
If you only make your shakes in a blender, I would recommed it - otherwise, I would not.
when do you use it?
Best Answer: I use this as a meal replacement for breakfast. I blend 1 cup of almond milk and a frozen banana with this protein powder and have for the last 3 years. I am also a runner that averages 20 to 30 miles a week so its important that I don't get hungry on a long run. I drink it at 7am and have lunch at 11am. Plus it taste great and is made with stevia.
Does this product have any soy-based ingredients or soy derived whey protein? Does it have any GMO's in it's ingredients?
Best Answer: According to the product description on the label it does contain Soy but mainly whey from milk. There is no indication on the labeling that it does not contain GMO's though there is a comment on the label that says: No banned substances, unlisted ingredients or harmful impurities. Which I would take to mean that if there are GMO's True Athlete has not been as truthful as they could have been. In this case Natural is only a name not to be confused with a quality.
I have used this product and the vanilla version for over two years and enjoy it because it blends very well and has a pleasant taste.
Good luck!
what country is this made in?
Best Answer: United states
How much caffeine per serving?
Best Answer: This supplement does not contain caffeine as an ingredient.
Does this product contain corn, gluten or other grains?
Best Answer: The natural chocolate flavor in this products contains maltodextrin from corn. It is gluten free - Theresa K. (VS)
What flavors are corn, gluten & grain free?
Is this organic, and/or gluten-free?
Best Answer: This is a protein powder that my husband used for some time a while back. He believes that it is gluten free but not organic. Overall was a great protein powder
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