Gaspari Nutrition Precision Protein Cookies & Cream Review
Gaspari Nutrition Precision Protein Cookies & Cream is a powdered protein supplement classified on this label page as Amino acid/Protein with a powder supplement form. The label lists a net content of 2 lbs (907 grams) and 28 servings per container, with a serving size of 32 grams. Each serving is listed as providing 130 calories, 25 grams of protein (50% Daily Value), 2 grams of total fat, 1 gram of saturated fat, 50 mg of cholesterol, 100 mg of sodium, 2 grams of total carbohydrates and 1 gram of sugar. Calcium is listed at 8% and iron at 2% of the Daily Value. The label states the product is low fat, naturally and artificially flavored, and lists gluten free under its does not contain statement. Its allergen statement says it contains milk, soy (lecithin) and wheat ingredients. The brand describes the product as 100% hydrolyzed whey protein made with a proprietary process called Embedded Enzyme Technology, or EET. According to the label text, this technology functions within a phospholipid matrix that releases leucine and other amino acids early in muscle protein synthesis. The label explains that in a first phase of hydrolysis, water activity is limited so enzyme action is suspended, and when water is added a second phase begins that releases more leucine peptides. The brand states that the protein is engineered to selectively release leucine peptides. The label also says the product has no amino spiking. Suggested use on the label is one rounded scoop mixed with 4 to 8 ounces (120 to 240 ml) of water, milk or juice. The label gives three methods: shaking in a shaker cup for 10 to 20 seconds, stirring for 20 to 30 seconds, or blending, with one to two ice cubes suggested for a frosty shake. For maximum results it suggests two to three servings daily. Suggested timing includes before training, after a workout, or anytime between meals as a snack. The label lists a dosage guide of 50 grams of protein for males and 25 grams for females. The label carries standard FDA disclaimer text stating the statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. It lists a product version code of REV. 0317 and an EU plant number. The product is described as made in the USA from domestic and international ingredients. Precision Protein and Embedded Enzyme Technology are listed as registered trademarks of Glanbia Nutritionals, Inc. Gaspari Nutrition is identified as the developer and exclusive manufacturer of the product, based in Lakewood, New Jersey. A 4 lb (1.81 kg) size is listed separately under its own barcode. This record was entered into the Dietary Supplement Label Database on 20 November 2017 under DSLD ID 80489, with the source listed as NIH, November 2017.
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Study, Trial or Testing Result Summary
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This record was graded on four trace nutrients on the label: vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium and iron. The label gives no amount for any of them, and no human studies of them for muscle building were provided. These are minor parts of the product, not its main ingredient. The main ingredient named in the store listing is hydrolyzed whey protein in a phospholipid matrix, and its amount per serving is not shown on the label we were given. No human studies of that whey ingredient were included in this review, so we cannot say from our own evidence how well this product supports muscle building. The rest of the listing is flavorings, cookie pieces, a thickener, salt, sweeteners and maltodextrin, which are not expected to affect muscle growth. The label shows 2 grams of carbohydrate per serving. No customer reviews of this exact product were counted, so there is no member feedback on results yet. Until studies of the main protein ingredient and real reviews are added, the evidence for this product and this goal remains thin. Animal and cell studies are never counted.
Review Totals and Summary
Members Only13 reviews
I found no large pool of reviews for this exact flavor. The themes below come from Gaspari Precision Protein reviews (iHerb, Bodybuilding.com) and Gaspari Cookies & Cream comments on Muscle & Strength for another Gaspari protein, Myofusion. Treat them as brand-level patterns, not flavor-specific proof. Customers consistently praise taste and mixability. Reviewers describe Gaspari powders as mixing smoothly in a shaker, with little chalkiness or aftertaste. Several call the flavors among the best they have tried. One iHerb buyer said they tried dozens of brands and found this one hard to beat. Some say it improves with a splash of juice or when blended into coffee. A forum reviewer was surprised that the hydrolyzed formula mixed thick and creamy rather than thin, and liked that. The macro profile is a second point of praise. Reviewers like the low fat and carbohydrate content for the protein delivered, and the gluten-free label. They see it as suitable for cutting phases and for anyone watching calories. One Muscle & Strength reviewer said Gaspari was the only brand that did not cause them stomach pain. That suggests good digestive tolerance for some people, though it is a single anecdote. The most frequent complaint is sweetness. Several iHerb reviewers called flavors too sweet or sugary. Others on the Bodybuilding.com forum wanted more flavor intensity and said a flavor could have been sweeter or stronger. Taste is clearly subjective, and opinions split even within one product line. Some buyers felt certain flavors were less distinctive than expected. One complained that a Neapolitan tub was effectively just strawberry. A few wished for bigger tub sizes, such as more than 2 kg, which points to good value. Overall, buyers like the mixability, price, and easy digestion. They are divided on sweetness, with some finding it cloying and others finding it not sweet enough. Little in the feedback I found addressed long-term results, so those claims rest on general whey science, not on Gaspari-specific reviews.
Biohacker Summary
Members Only9 of 10 recommend it
The product lists several main ingredients, and the panel spoke most about vitamin C, which most of them recommend or use. Their main reason is collagen: several say to take it with collagen for joints and connective tissue, with one suggesting about an hour before a workout, and others tie it to skin health, immune support and detox. One panelist cited 500 mg to 1 g in a surgery recovery setting, and another cautioned that the best dose is unclear and high doses might blunt the benefits of exercise. Forms mentioned were food sources like fruit and sauerkraut, a liposomal liquid, a fizzy drink and topical use on skin. On iron, one panelist recommends it for brain health, another warns that too much is harmful, and one stopped after years of low levels that no supplement form fixed, while calcium was recommended mainly for bones, with one panelist suggesting 1,000 to 1,200 mg a day.
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Dr. Eric Berg · Iron · neutral
- Identifies iron as the Achilles' heel of cancer, as it is needed for its DNA to replicate.
- Mentions that lemon is loaded with vitamin C, and when combined with coffee, vitamin C significantly increases the bioavailability of antioxidants in the coffee.
- Dr. Berg states that Vitamin C helps fight biofilms and is essential for making collagen in gums, teeth, and capillaries.
- Warns that bone loss cannot be fixed with just calcium, as bone is primarily collagen with other essential minerals.
- Recommends Vitamin C as a cofactor, especially for collagen.
- Notes that low vitamin A can lead to dry eyes, dry mouth, and night vision issues.
- States that high doses of vitamin C, like 2 to 4 grams, can greatly reduce inflammation and support the immune system.
- Mentions that grass-fed liver has heme iron, the most bioavailable form of iron that prevents anemia.
- Mentions that grass-fed liver has the active form of vitamin A, called retinol, which is important for eyes, thyroid, immune system, and skin.
- Highly recommends taking natural food vitamin C, about 500 mg, at the first sign of a cold.
- Dr. Berg warns that too much iron can be damaging to the body and advises focusing on food sources to avoid overconsumption.
- Dr. Berg includes calcium carbonate among the synthetic supplements to avoid.
- Dr. Berg warns that synthetic vitamin A can cause problems, including competing with vitamin D, increasing the risk of birth defects during pregnancy, and increasing the risk of bone fractures, recommending food sources like egg yolks and cod liver oil instead.
- Warns that too much iron, especially the ferrous sulfate or fumarate type found in many supplements, is corrosive and oxidizing, can mess with the liver, and create inflammation, noting that males have no natural way to excrete excess iron.
Ben Greenfield · Vitamin C · recommends
- States that vitamin C is extremely important for collagen turnover and cites orthopedic data showing that 500 mg to 1 g of vitamin C can reduce the rate of complex regional pain in total knee replacements and wrist fractures.
- Notes that Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that supports healthy skin cell turnover.
- Mentions vitamin C as part of a bare-minimum protocol.
- Notes that while vitamin C has significant value, the optimal dose is a vexed question, and high doses might not always be beneficial, potentially blunting the hormetic effects of exercise.
- Notes that IV vitamin C has been used for decades for cancer patients with almost no standardization and that he receives many questions about its effectiveness and combination with chemo.
- Recommends Vitamin C for skin repair post-tattoo.
- Recommends testing for and replenishing iron if levels are low, as it can affect the ability to maintain or preserve muscle, especially for those on GLP-1s.
- Notes that one can eat iron-rich foods or supplement with iron, but still feel exhausted if iron is not the missing piece, emphasizing that focusing on a single mineral in isolation can support a number on a lab test rather than the system itself.
- Is considering whether he needs a calcium supplement because lead can displace calcium in bones, affecting bone strength.
- Mentions iron as a common deficiency.
- Mentions calcium as a common deficiency.
- Recommends a nutritious diet including iron, as it is critical for brain development.
- Recommends adequate intake of calcium for bone strength.
- Recommends vitamin A derivatives like retinol for targeting wrinkles and laxity, as they work deeper without aggravating the surface.
Siim Land · Vitamin C · recommends
- Recommends taking vitamin C with collagen to support joint collagen synthesis.
- States that vitamin C is needed for initiating collagen synthesis and that higher vitamin C intake appears to increase vitamin C content in the skin.
- Mentions that iron is a mineral necessary for making collagen.
- Lists sauerkraut and fruit as sources of Vitamin C.
- Lists dairy and sardines as sources of Calcium.
- Lists liver and carrots as sources of Vitamin A.
- Notes that Vitamin C is one of several supplements with human evidence.
- States that excess iron promotes oxidative stress and inflammation, which increases heart disease risk.
- Notes that Boron reduces calcium/magnesium loss.
- Notes that researchers found vitamin C alleviates ferro-aging, a process of iron overload and lipid peroxidation that drives aging, and that it directly inhibited ACSL4, a protein driving ferro-aging.
- States that Vitamin C has a central role in aging and longevity, and that in monkeys, oral vitamin C slowed ovarian aging during a 3.3-year study.
- States that vitamin C is one of the most important vitamins for staying healthy and aging well, and that intakes of 200 to 400 mg a day from food or supplements largely saturates plasma and neutrophils in most healthy adults. He also recommends spreading out the vitamin C across the day to avoid oversaturation.
- Mentions vitamin C in comparison to topical melatonin for oxidative defense, stating that melatonin would compete but is not as broadly validated clinically.
- Was found to be vitamin C deficient by True Health and Mayo Clinic tests, and now addresses this by eating one extra kiwi fruit daily.
Thomas DeLauer · Vitamin C · recommends
- Recommends taking vitamin C along with collagen about an hour before a workout for connective tissue benefits.
- Uses vitamin C as part of their immunity duo, stating it is important for boosting the immune system, especially during cold and flu season.
- Recommends consuming vitamin C to aid in NADPH recycling, which is necessary for glutathione to be reused after neutralizing oxidative stress.
- Takes Purity's liquid liposomal vitamin C for immune support and overall wellness, finding it easy to add to water, juice, or take straight up due to its good taste.
- Compares the Vitamin C content of oranges (53mg) to guava (228mg), noting guava has 4x more.
- Compares iron content in spinach (2.7mg) and beef (2.6mg), but emphasizes that beef's heme iron absorbs at about 25%, while spinach's non-heme iron absorbs at 2-8%.
- Notes that milk contains 120mg of calcium, while sardines contain 351mg, highlighting a 3x difference.
- States that collagen synthesis is vitamin C dependent, in the context of glowing skin.
- Recommends Vitamin C for sleep, noting that intake in the range of 125 to 200 mg per day is associated with a lower risk of sleep disorders and sleep apnea, with the benefit plateauing beyond this range.
- Recommends iron from meat, specifically red meat and beef liver, stating that it is a crucial part of the mechanistic triad for thyroid hormone function and is iron-dependent for iodine incorporation into thyroid hormone.
- Recommends consuming a little bit of vitamin C, such as a couple of berries or kiwi, along with flavanol-rich cocoa to help the delicate flavanols hold up and prevent oxidation in the gut.
- Recommends getting calcium, along with vitamin D, zinc, and magnesium, from foods like sardines, as they are important for inflammatory pathways in the gut.
- Recommends vitamin A, obtainable from eggs, dairy, and liver, as a raw material for goblet cells to produce mucus.
- Explains that vitamin C improves the ability of neutrophils to engulf bacterial infections, and that they have a greater ability to engulf larger infections.
Dave Asprey · Vitamin C · recommends
- Recommends taking vitamin C for better skin health.
- States that currently, he is only taking vitamin C and vitamin D.
- Recommends real vitamin A for people on the spectrum, noting that many cannot convert plant vitamin A and need the good stuff he includes in his Vitam DAKNE product.
- Dave Asprey reflects on how new research clarifies the mechanism behind IV vitamin C's anti-cancer effect, vindicating a decades-old idea that was dismissed for the wrong reasons.
- Takes Vitamin DAKE from Suppgrade Labs because D3, A, K2, and E work together.
- Notes that plain Vitamin C isn't enough and that most people never think to check for a specific ingredient that makes it work.
- Includes vitamin K2 as a critical ingredient in Vitamin DAKE, stating that the body needs the right fat soluble vitamins for thousands of reactions.
- Dave Asprey recommends taking maybe a gram of vitamin C a day in divided doses, noting that plasma levels peak around 250 milligrams twice a day.
- Recommends Qualia Vitamin C Plus, highlighting its combination of seven forms of vitamin C with 250 mg of citrus bioflavonoids, which helps with absorption and use for building collagen and a strong immune system.
- Warns that taking too much vitamin C can raise oxalate levels, emphasizing that everything has risk and reward.
- Warns that if a doctor diagnoses anemia, one should not assume they just need more iron, as low hemoglobin doesn't always mean low iron and the issue can sometimes be how well the body is using iron.
- Notes that when energy intake is too low for training demand, nutrient intake often falls short, especially for iron, which is associated with impaired recovery.
- Notes that when energy intake is too low for training demand, nutrient intake often falls short, especially for calcium, which is associated with reduced bone health.
- Recommends Vitamin C as the real biological fix for deep focus issues, explaining how the brain hoards it at levels 100 times higher than blood and how to bypass the blood-brain barrier.
Dr. Mark Hyman · Iron · neutral
- Mentions iron as an existing biomarker that plays a role in mental health, which Function Health includes in their measurements.
- Mentions that vitamin A levels can be looked at to get a deep sense of what's happening with nutrient levels.
- Recommends vitamin C as a basic supplement during detoxification to help with inflammation and detoxification.
- Dr. Hyman mentions vitamin C as an advanced therapy for skin repair.
- Mentions topical vitamin C as an antioxidant that can help skin with aging.
- Mentions that what they do when a cold comes on is not just vitamin C.
- Recommends taking 50,000 units of vitamin A for three to five days right at the onset of symptoms if one feels they might be getting sick.
- Recommends ensuring adequate vitamin C intake on a regular basis for immune support, stating it's important for healthy immune function despite mixed data on its effectiveness for colds.
- Notes that night blindness is caused by vitamin A deficiency.
- Mentions that vitamin C was the very first vitamin discovered, isolated, and synthesized in 1932, and its deficiency caused scurvy.
- Recommends nutrient-dense foods rich in vitamin C, such as guavas and parsley, to reduce inflammation.
- Used intravenous vitamin C cocktails to help him detoxify and recover from chronic fatigue.
- Mentions vitamin A as something that might be helpful for gut repair.
- Notes that a woman patient had very low iron.
Dr. Rhonda Patrick · Vitamin C · neutral
- Lutein and zeaxanthin can also be obtained from certain multivitamins.
- Lutein and zeaxanthin can also be obtained from certain multivitamins.
- Mentions that kale delivers calcium, a micronutrient many diets fall short on.
- Recommends nutrients like vitamin C for men to prioritize sperm mitochondrial health.
- Dr. Rhonda Patrick's daughter chugs an Emergency fizzy drink in the morning to ensure she gets some vitamin C and micronutrients before school.
- Recently found out he needed to get on an iron supplement and noticed he gets less sore in his training after taking it.
- Choosing a multivitamin that includes lutein and zeaxanthin ensures you get meaningful amounts every day.
- Choosing a multivitamin that includes lutein and zeaxanthin ensures you get meaningful amounts every day.
- Advises that menstruating women should ensure they are getting enough iron.
- Notes that ~35% of Americans are low in vitamin C.
- Notes additional gaps in calcium.
- Recommends increasing vitamin C intake if concerned about skin aging, noting it is an essential cofactor for collagen synthesis.
- Suggests avoiding a multivitamin if it contains biotin before a testosterone blood test to prevent confounding results.
- Suggests avoiding a multivitamin if it contains biotin before a testosterone blood test to prevent confounding results.
Andrew Huberman · Iron · recommends
- States that Iron is one of the critical nutrients with the best evidence for cognitive function and reducing the risk of dementia.
- Takes a multivitamin every day for longevity.
- Takes a multivitamin every day for longevity.
- Recommends AG1, a vitamin, mineral, and probiotic drink, and notes that for a limited time, a subscription comes with additional supplements.
- Warns that excess iron will increase the number of senescent cells in the body, which accumulate as people get older and cause inflammation and cancer. He notes that people who are healthy and have a fairly vegetarian diet often have slightly low iron levels but super amounts of energy.
- Takes an extra gram of vitamin C a day for its effects on immunity and potential synergy with collagen.
- Found the Met RX Big 100 Bar to be 'magic' on the trail because it's a hunk of calories with protein and fortified with vitamins and minerals, despite being something they would never eat in normal life.
- Found the Met RX Big 100 Bar to be 'magic' on the trail because it's a hunk of calories with protein and fortified with vitamins and minerals, despite being something they would never eat in normal life.
- Started taking AG1 in 2012 and still takes it every single day to ensure he meets his quota for daily vitamins and minerals and to support gut health, which is critical for proper brain function, immune system, and neurotransmitter production.
- Highlights Vitamin A as essential for vision and recommends it for supporting vision.
- Mentions that the process of converting light into electrical signals in the retina requires vitamin A, a fat-soluble vitamin, and carotenoids, which is why carrots are said to help vision.
- Notes that about 50% of the population is iron deficient.
- Mentions that the podcast will review the role of iron in treating depression.
- States that B12, folate, and iron are essential to mitochondrial function and if deficient, mitochondria will not function properly, which is consistent with the mitochondrial theory of neuropsychiatric disorders.
Bryan Johnson · Iron · stopped
- Has had low iron for 11 years and despite eating meat and trying all forms of iron supplementation at different times and sequences, none of it worked to raise his iron or ferritin levels.
- Had low iron for 11 years, with ferritin averaging 38 ng/mL, and has finally boosted it back to healthy levels.
- Recommends calcium as a mineral that, along with phosphorus, magnesium, and boron, is deposited to fortify the bone structure after the collagen scaffold is in place.
- Agrees that a little extra calcium is probably okay, especially for women, to really hit home for bone mineral density.
- Uses Vitamin C as an example of how it would be great if people knew that when they took it, it had a measurable amount and wasn't polluted, which is what Brian ensures with his products.
- Applies vitamin C after showering.
- Takes 10 milligrams of heme iron to get his iron levels up, as they are borderline.
- Takes 250 milligrams of Vitamin C.
Peter Attia · Vitamin A · neutral
- Notes that in mouse studies, there was a combined effect of alpha ketoglutarate with vitamin A for male mice.
- In mouse studies, Peter Attia's team found a combined effect of AKG with Vitamin A for male mice.
- Recommends calcium as one of the 'big three' micronutrients for bone health, suggesting a daily intake of 1,000 to 1,200 milligrams, which can be supplemented with calcium carbonate or calcium citrate.
- Explains that bone is 50 to 70% mineral, predominantly calcium, and that virtually all of the body's calcium is contained within bone, making bone important for calcium homeostasis.
- Recommends vitamin C as an important molecule for skin, noting its role as a precursor for collagen synthesis, a powerful antioxidant, and a regulator of complexion for even skin tone.
- Tried a vitamin C serum mixed with ferulic acid but stopped using it because she hated the smell. She notes that topical application of vitamin C far exceeds the levels achievable by ingestion for skin benefits.
- Recommends iron supplements for women of reproductive age who are iron deficient.
- Mentions that a lot of the profound transformation of a cell into a sperm, specifically the making of a tail, is vitamin A driven.
- Recommends calcium for bone health, stating that teenagers probably need about 1000 milligrams a day.
- Discusses bone acting as a reservoir for calcium and how resorption and formation release calcium into the blood when needed.
- Notes that deficiencies in certain vitamins and minerals, such as iron, can be a cause of hair loss in women.
- Notes that antioxidants like vitamins A, C, and E have been looked at for cataract formation but have shown no effect.
- States that vitamin C deficiency is associated with an elevated risk of cataract, but supplementation to supranormal levels has not been shown to protect against cataract formation.
- Mentions the elimination of scurvy through the work of James Lind and the eventual understanding that it was due to vitamin C, initially thought to be just citrus.
RAL Summary
Members OnlyTier 4 for Muscle and Strength
Promising, but human evidence is thin and there are 0 reviews. The final check notes: The grade was built on trace nutrients listed without amounts (vitamin A, vitamin C, calcium, iron) instead of the product's main ingredient, hydrolyzed whey protein, and no studies of the whey were provided, so the evidence stays thin at tier 4.
- Emerging: not enough evidence to rank higher yet.
- No human studies on this goal for its ingredients.
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Body systems: Muscular system
Combine with: Precision Protein supplies whey protein isolate (fast-digesting, leucine-rich) and milk protein isolate (whey plus slower-digesting casein), which together support muscle protein synthesis and a prolonged amino acid supply. To strengthen results, stack it with creatine monohydrate (3-5 g daily) for strength and lean mass gains. Add a vitamin D3 and K2 combination for muscle function and bone health, plus omega-3 fish oil to support recovery and reduce exercise-related inflammation. Magnesium glycinate in the evening supports recovery and sleep quality. Beta-alanine or citrulline malate can boost training performance and volume. If you have difficulty digesting dairy, a digestive enzyme containing lactase may help. Pair with resistance training, adequate total daily protein (about 1.6-2.2 g/kg), and sufficient calories.
Possible side effects: No major side effects reported.
Supplement Facts
Total Carbohydrates 2 g · Sugar 1 g · Vitamin A 0
| Calories | 130 | |
| Total Fat | 2 g | |
| Cholesterol | 50 mg | |
| Sodium | 100 mg | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 2 g | |
| Sugar | 1 g | † |
| Protein | 25 g | |
| Vitamin A | 0 | |
| Vitamin C | 0 | |
| Calcium | 0 | |
| Iron | 0 |
Other ingredients: Hydrolyzed Whey Protein Phospholipid Matrix, Natural and Artificial flavors, Cookie Pieces, Cellulose Gum, Salt, Sucralose, Maltodextrin, Acesulfame-Potassium.
Directions: Suggested Use: Mix 1 serving (1 rounded scoop) with 4-8oz (120ml-240ml) of water, milk, or juice in a shaker cup and shake well. For best results mix and drink immediately before and after your workout or whenever you need a powerful dose of protein and anabolic Leucine peptides. For maximum results, take 2-3 servings daily. How to use Shake Add one scoop of Precision Protein + 4 - 8 oz (120-240ml) of liquid to a shaker cup, secure the top and shake for 10 - 20 seconds. Stir Add one scoop of Precision Protein + 4 - 8 oz (120-240ml) of liquid and stir for 20 - 30 seconds or until powder is completely dissolved. Blend Add one scoop of Precision Protein + 4 - 8 oz (120-240ml) of liquid to a blender and mix. Add 1 - 2 ice cubes for a frosty shake. Who Male 50g Protein Female 25g Protein When to take Pre Before training, Precision Protein is a great tasting drink that enhances absorption and uptake of BCAA’s and EAA’s. Post After a workout, Precision Protein enhances protein synthesis which decreases overall recovery time. Anytime Use low carb and low calorie Precision Protein between meals, with meals, or anytime as a healthy snack to keep you satisfied.
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