PhD Nutrition Diet Whey Lean Protein Powder, Belgian Chocolate Whey Protein Powder, 1kg Bag, Gluten-Free

I really love this diet whey protein powder. I have been using this brand for 1 month and have only tried the Belgian chocolate flavour which is always my go to flavour, and this has such a great taste but I'm braving it today and have ordered the strawberry. When I was a kid there was a dessert called angel delight which was a powder you whisked with milk and chilled in the fridge and it was a thick pudding and the taste of this shake reminds me of that. It really satisfies my sweet tooth. My advice tips to make this shake its best is start with a good shaker bottle as it makes all the difference. There are a load of shakers but after trying 4 different styles the one to to find is with a sieve thing (it's really a 1/2 centimeter square grid pattern) and it justs clicks in the top (about an inch down the open lip of the cup) I have a very 'cute 700ml black colour shaker (I don't mind it's not clear) and it has a dome lid so it has plenty of room above and below the sieve to shake (hence the 700ml size). It's so so much better than a small shaker and I won't get started on shakers with the ball as they never fully get rid of lumps. I shake it for 90 seconds as not only does it mix it really well it helps dissolve the powder so it is never unmixed and will never leave you with a powdery aftertaste, which for me shows its a bad mixer and not because the powder won't mix properly. I know using a blender will give a great smooth texture but I am rarely near one for day to day use. This powder is also great made into a smoothy with a few berries etc and what's perfect for me is you don't have to use a banana as the smoothy base as the powder has a thickener. The chocolate flavour is so good that it covers the taste of the extra milled flaxseed I add to my shake. At the moment I use this shake mainly for breakfast so I choose to have the 350ml size and use 50% lactose free SS milk and 50% water - I love mine very cold and I drink it within about 10 minutes of it being made so it stays really cold. I think my 50/50 mix gives a great consistency, some reviews have said it's too thick and when it's measured and made perfectly it is a shake on the slightly thicker side but i don't think it's gloopy and honestly just customise it for your own tastes and let it out with more liquid but adding a bit at the time! A good tip if you make yours before the gym/workout to have ready as you finish, make it as you would normally or even slightly thicker and as you leave pop some ice cubes in (you'd have to trial how many) and they'd melt during your workout and by the time you're ready they will have melted, given you the liquid for your preferred consistency, so another few shakes just how you like it and the bonus it will be nicely chilled! I've lost count of how many powders I've tried and this Belgian chocolate really comes out on top by a long shot in flavour, consistency, price, amount of protein, vitamins and the specialised combination of nutrients. It leaves me feeling full for a good 4 hours and I'm loosing weight. Perfect! Definitely recommend.

Tastes great , and with all the added vitamins in it I feel better and my get up and go has come back , highly recommended it x

I’m a prime user, so I got this the next day. Slight issue with the delivery though being sent to the wrong address but when I finally got it I followed the instructions on the back and quickly whipped up my very first protein shake in my nutri bullet blender I used 200ml water instead of 175ml, ONE scoop of powder but it tasted really warm so I added a handful of ice cubes and blended again. Perfect. As for flavour, let’s be honest, it doesn’t taste like a chocolate bar but it satisfies you if you have a strong sweet tooth like me and what with it being filling you wouldn’t want to eat anything else afterwards, which is great. The reason for me buying is because I’m always in a bit of a rush in the mornings and never get a chance to have a proper breakfast, only a few sips of coffee then it’s out the door straight to work. Seeing how quick it is to make this protein shake tonight and how filling it is, this is now my new breakfast! The only major con and big let down, hence why I had to go down a star is because of the packaging. It says on the front that the pack is “resealable” and to cut along the line, so I was expecting one of those grip seal bags, for me to open it and it’s velcro. Sorry, correction, chocolate powder covered velcro that won’t even seal shut. I had some pegs lying around so got 2 and sealed it myself by folding the top down. This shouldn’t have to be done though so I’m quite disappointed. Overall, the product is worth the money, your paying £17.99 (if you have prime as the delivery is free), for a big bag of protein powder, the taste is great, super filling, great as a meal replacement.

Really nice flavour. I've tried a few others and while vanilla creme is my favourite, this one is still very nice. I will say though, while the single portion of this is smaller than some other flavours, the recommendation on the back of the packet to have two portions has left me feeling bloated, and it is quite sickly. Stick to one, and you can't go wrong.

I will not argue about how effective this protein powder is (who can really tell anyway?), but I have one thing to say about the taste: FOUL!!! Intolerably sweet (and that's a joke in itself coming from me!) with the unmistakable taste of sucralose lingering in your mouth for ages after each gulp.. That was bad!! I'd rather have the extra calories of Reflex Instant Whey Protein or similar, than this undrinkable concoction! It is a good way to completely destroy a perfectly tasty fruit & veg smoothie (let alone trying it with just water or milk)l! Mercy! UPDATE: I had to update my review, as the taste improved massively since the last time I tried (and reviewed) it. It is still quite sweet, but there is significantly less of the sweetener after-taste it used to have. I actually don't mind it at all now! So, I revised my initial rating and gave it 5 starts, as the quality was never disputed. I still prefer the Reflex where I'd rather the flavour of the protein not be the prevailling one (like protein pancakes, in yogurt, or fruit smoothies), but I now use PhD D.W. when only mixing with water, or almond milk, or when I fancy something really chocolate-y.

PHD have changed the taste of the Belgium chocolate version at least - it’s absolutely toxic bad now - that’s the end of that sweet run - it’s got an awful cheap taste that you can smell as soon as you open the bag - I actually thought it was off until I seen the dreaded “new improved formula” I had to write to them to make sure it was actually deliberate - seems to me they’re trying to get close to GOLD STANDARD brand but failing miserably- that’s all that needs to be said - it’s over

Product: PHD Diet Whey (Belgian Chocolate) All shakes are ranked by flavour, texture, and mixability. All are mixed using a Nutribullet (with water and a splash of milk). Flavour 1. High5 (Chocolate) - NEW & Amazing! Like a proper Belgian chocolate milkshake (No milk needed!). 2. PBN (Chocolate) - Nice chocolate flavour and not too sweet. 2. Myprotein (Natural Chocolate) - Nice chocolate flavour and not too sweet. 3. PHD Diet Whey (Belgian Chocolate) - Very nice, authentic flavour. 4. USN Blue Lab (Chocolate) - Good but slightly too sweet. 5. PBN (Chocolate Hazelnut) - Nice but needs extra milk. 6. Amfit Total (Chocolate) - Milky bar flavouring but too sweet. 7. Protein Works 360 (Chocolate) - Cheap flavour. 8. Amfit Pro (Chocolate) - Too bland! 9. SCI-MX Total Protein (Chocolate) - Cheap, sweet, almost undrinkable. Texture 1. High5 (Chocolate) - Smooth, thick, and creamy. 2. PBN Chocolate - Smooth and thick. 2. Myprotein - Smooth and thick. 3. PBN Chocolate & Hazelnut - Smooth and quite thick. 4. Amfit Pro - Smooth. 5. USN Blue Lab - Smooth. 6. Amfit Total - Smooth. 7. PHD Diet Whey - Chalky. 8. Protein Works 360 - Chalky. 9. SCI-MX Total Protein - Chalky. Mixability 1. High5 (Chocolate) - Mixes great! Doesn't separate. 1. PBN - Mixes great! Doesn't separate. 1. Amfit Pro - Mixes great! Doesn't separate. 2. PBN - Mixes great! Doesn't separate too much. 3. Myprotein - Mixes fine but separates easily. 4. USN Blue Lab - Mixes fine but separates easily. 5. PHD Diet Whey - Mixes fine but separates easily. 6. Amfit Total - Mixes fine but separates easily. 7. Protein Works 360 - Mixes fine but separates easily. 8. SCI-MX Total Protein - Mixes fine but separates easily. Conclusion The flavouring is spot on here but severely let down by texture. Due to the texture, I would not recommend this protein powder. Myprotein is the best, but it's now extremely overpriced. My search for a good-value protein powder that ranks highly in all categories continues. >> UPDATE (Dec 2022): I finally managed to try a new powder... PBN Chocolate Hazelnut, and yes, it's a winner! I can finally subscribe to it on Amazon - It's good value, tastes great, and mixes great! Once I finish this, I will try their other flavours and provide another update. >> UPDATE (Feb 2023): I'm not sure if the taste changed with Choc & Hazelnut, but I'm no longer enjoying the taste quite so much (I have to add more milk). I've now tried PBN Chocolate, and it's much better than Choc & Hazelnut. PBN Chocolate takes the top spot in all categories and is now the one to buy! >> UPDATE (May 2024): I've just tried the new Chocolate Whey Protein from High5, and it's amazing! It easily takes the top spot in all categories. Unfortunately, the premium price means it's not something I can buy frequently so I'm still subbed to PBN Chocolate (still excellent). I'll buy it as a treat when it's on offer.

I’ve been using the PhD Nutrition Diet Whey Lean Protein Powder (Belgian Chocolate) for a few weeks now and I’m really impressed. The chocolate flavor is smooth and not overpowering, which I appreciate, It doesn’t taste artificial or overly sweet. It mixes quite well with water or milk using just a shaker, with minimal clumping. The protein content is excellent for a lean formula, and it keeps me full post workout. Overall, a solid choice for anyone looking to support fat loss or muscle maintenance without compromising on taste.