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80% off Short Dated Protein Water ($12 for 12 Bottles) + Free Shipping @ VPA

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JHoliday on 26/02/2023 - 12:15 vpa.com.au (4488 clicks)
Last edited 26/02/2023 - 17:53 by 1 other user

VPA are running a sale on a few products:

-Protein Water (80% off) - 30.4g of protein per bottle, 2 flavours available. I think it is because they are short dated and have a ‘best before’ by March 2023.
-Electrolytes (was 50% off, all sold out now I think)
-Protein Bars (50% off)

This protein water is usually $60 for a 12 pack (I know, crazy price, would never buy at that price). I bought some last weekend when on 50% sale which worked out to $30 for a 12 pack (which I thought was good value then). This weekend I noticed the price is even cheaper, $12 per 12 pack. Literally works out to $1 per bottle which is super cheap. As another poster mentioned in the comments that you can’t even buy a bottle of water for that price these days.

Just so happens VPA are running free shipping this weekend with no minimum spend (till midnight tonight) and you should be able to use a referral code too at checkout if you are a new customer for a further 10% off orders over $30.

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Referee and referrer get 10% off purchase over $30.

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  • Chocobros on 26/02/2023 - 12:28
    +5

    How does the protein water taste?

    • Allaboutdiscounts on 26/02/2023 - 12:29
      +17

      Like shit. Weird aftertaste.

    • JHoliday on 26/02/2023 - 12:35
      +1

      I actually like it, I tried the mixed berries and it has a bit of a sweet/sour but refreshing taste to it.

    • CptnObvious on 26/02/2023 - 12:57

      Depends on the diet of the production source

  • Rojohe on 26/02/2023 - 12:31
    +1

    Cheers OP. Got a pack of each flavour.

  • frugalftw on 26/02/2023 - 12:33

    WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF PROTEIN WATER?

    Protein water is a cheap way of adding high quality pure protein to your diet. It is a convenient way to consume muscle building protein after training and aids your recovery. Because protein water is shelf-stable and portable it proves a convenient way consume protein throughout your day while at home or when on the go. The benefit of protein water over pure protein powders like WPI or WPC is that they are not milky and their refreshing flavour makes it suitable to drink at any time.

    Yeah, nah.
    At the price point they are positioning, it should be BCAAs in the water, not Whey Protein. If you are into lighter protein drinks, bulk nutrients' future whey is where it's at, afaik.

    • JHoliday on 26/02/2023 - 12:36
      +18

      30g of protein is just like having a scoop post work out, sip through the day while at work in the office, or throw it in your bag for when you need it. For $1 for the bottle and convenience I think it’s good value.

      • frugalftw on 26/02/2023 - 13:00
        -1

        Protein goes off fast.

        Once opened store refrigerated.

        $1 is good value if there's no preservatives. Probiotics costs a lot more lol

    • Wolfenstein98k on 26/02/2023 - 13:30
      +11

      There's no evidence BCAAs are better than a more "whole" protein source like whey. The only advantage - comparatively higher leucine proportion - is neutralised by simply having a large enough bolus of protein in the first place, which this does.

      BCAAs are a meme product.

      • frugalftw on 26/02/2023 - 13:40

        My bad, I meant to say animo acids. It's more the point that it's instantly available and less likely to cause issues. A lot of bodies react to Whey and/or Casein, amino acid removes this probability.

        • Wolfenstein98k on 26/02/2023 - 15:54
          +1

          All good, but protein is "amino acids". I think you meant branched-chains (the BC in BCAA, the AA is amino acids).

          Also whey doesn't bother that many people, at least WPI. Even moderate lactose intolerance doesn't react to WPC very much.

          But yeah, if you're trying to get protein without the issues that sometimes come with whey, you'd be better off looking for an alternative whole source like soy, or a pea & rice combo. BCAAs are overpriced on a gram-for-gram basis.

          • frugalftw on 26/02/2023 - 16:34

            @Wolfenstein98k: Protein still needs to be processed to become amino acids, that's the step that troubles people. Those diarrhoea is real lol Amino acids, chained or not, are absorbed very fast. When you take into the account of not all WPI are turned into amino acids in all bodies, because of digestion and fillers/artificial flavours, among other things, amino acids is worth every penny imho. Nowadays I only sprinkle EAAs on my food if necessary, whole food is way better.

            I'd stay away from soy because it tend to cause issues too. Also not sure how the industry is regulated when it comes to GMO, plant-based food is a good idea in theory if everything else adds up.

            • Wolfenstein98k on 26/02/2023 - 16:35

              @frugalftw: I think a fair amount of your understanding of digestion is incorrect.

              There's no evidence that whey is broken down into less net amino acids than EAA.

              • frugalftw on 26/02/2023 - 16:48

                @Wolfenstein98k: Well, my understanding is food requires digestion to turn into nutrients the body can use. Yes, in an ideal world, a gram of protein will turn into a gram of amino acid. It is very often far from the truth, because not every body is able to digest everything the same way. And since bodies require different types of proteins to repair itself at different times, the ratio is also a factor. If you don't need a lot of Leucine for example, but you decided to use BCAA, your body will throw out Leucine (although this is highly unlikely).

                A body with perfect digestive ability is what you have assumed, which is a very common assumption to make.

                • Wolfenstein98k on 26/02/2023 - 17:03
                  +3

                  @frugalftw: Incorrect. The bodily doesn't perfectly process anything, be it BCAA or whey or whatever.

                  There is nearly as much leucine in a standard serve of whey as there is in a serve of BCAA, but it's much cheaper. You're also missing out on various other very useful amino acids such as glutamine.

                  BCAAs are a meme product. There's a reason supplement companies which value efficacy over profit refuse to sell them:

                  https://legionathletics.com/bcaa-supplement/

                  • frugalftw on 26/02/2023 - 21:08

                    @Wolfenstein98k: You said earlier

                    There's no evidence that whey is broken down into less net amino acids than EAA.

                    Then I point out your assumption might be off, now you say

                    The bodily doesn't perfectly process anything, be it BCAA or whey or whatever.

                    And the example I used was actually against BCAA if you read it. The point is, it's a lengthy process to go from food to amino acids, and each step creates waste depending on the capability of the body. Hence the closer the food is to the end product, in this case amino acid, the higher the likelihood of uptake.

                    If you just want to be right, be right. I on the other hand, am after discussions that helps expand my dataset.

          • wisdomtooth on 26/02/2023 - 19:46

            @Wolfenstein98k: Mostly all "lactose intolerance" is actually casein intolerance; mostly all intolerances are towards proteins, not carbs or lipids. Many "lactose intolerant" people have no problem with A2 milk (from Jersey or Guernsey cows).

              • wisdomtooth on 26/02/2023 - 21:26

                @frugalftw: Was that a reply to my comment? I fail to see the connection. There's no lactose in WPI; it's isolated protein, as the name indicates.

            • Wolfenstein98k on 27/02/2023 - 07:25

              @wisdomtooth: Marketing guff, last I checked.

              • wisdomtooth on 27/02/2023 - 07:54

                @Wolfenstein98k: What is; A2 milk?

                • Wolfenstein98k on 27/02/2023 - 08:53

                  @wisdomtooth: Yeah. Wasn't any evidence that wasn't from the company themselves.

                  • wisdomtooth on 27/02/2023 - 11:08

                    @Wolfenstein98k:

                    Several studies indicate that drinking A1 milk during childhood increases your risk of type 1 diabetes (5, 6, 10, 11). … Two observational studies link A1 milk consumption to an increased risk of heart disease (6, 11). (healthline)

                    Participants [who] consumed 8 oz of milk twice a day for 2 weeks, … reported worse stomach pain after they consumed the regular milk but no change in symptoms after they drank the A2 milk. … [Researchers] found the participants had higher levels of inflammatory markers after they drank the regular milk. … Participants [also] took longer to process information and made more errors on a [cognitive] test after drinking regular milk compared to A2 milk. (MedicalNewsToday)

                    Consumption of milk containing A1 β-casein was associated with increased gastrointestinal inflammation, worsening of PD3 symptoms, delayed transit, and decreased cognitive processing speed and accuracy. Because elimination of A1 β-casein attenuated these effects, some symptoms of lactose intolerance may stem from inflammation it triggers, and can be avoided by consuming milk containing only the A2 type of beta casein. (Nutrition Journal)

                    • Wolfenstein98k on 27/02/2023 - 11:40

                      @wisdomtooth: When you stick to independent sources, it becomes clear that the benefits are overhyped at least, and invented at worst. There is no serious evidence that A1 milk causes diabetes and autism (or else Australia would be 99% autistic diabetics). The studies are small and low quality, which is why the company that patented and marketed A2 milk got sued for their claims (including trying to get A1 milk labelled as dangerous).

                      It's fine if you want to overpay for designer milk, but don't try and scare people into falsely believing the milk we've drank for many centuries is going to kill us, and the only solution is buying a very slightly different milk, patented, at much higher cost.

                      We can do battle of the links all day:

                      https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2018-06-19/dr-karl-a1-vs…

                      https://theconversation.com/science-or-snake-oil-is-a2-milk-…

                      • wisdomtooth on 27/02/2023 - 13:17

                        @Wolfenstein98k:

                        There is no serious evidence that A1 milk causes diabetes and autism (or else Australia would be 99% autistic diabetics).

                        1. That's flawed reasoning and a strawman. The claim, as with all health claims, is not that "A1 milk causes diabetes," but that it increases the risk of (type 1!) diabetes.
                        2. I didn't quote anything linking A1 beta-casein to autism.

                        the only solution is buying a very slightly different milk, patented, at much higher cost.

                        It isn't; you can just choose to buy milk from Jersey and Guernsey cows.

                        don't try and scare people into falsely believing the milk we've drank for many centuries is going to kill us

                        That's:

                        1. Misrepresentation: no one said anything about killing (though, yeah, it may increase cardiovascular risk); and
                        2. Simply false: the cows that people drank milk from centuries ago are not the same cows people drink milk from today; they have been bred and selected — for yield, longevity and resistance — over the last couple of centuries, much the same way mostly all domestic dog breeds we know today have been bred and selected over the past couple of centuries too.
  • GrueHunter on 26/02/2023 - 12:37
    +1

    DIY protein water: collagen, water, diet cordial (or, if you don't care about carbs, regular cordial). No weird lactic whey taste.

    • abjsdhasehasee on 26/02/2023 - 12:47
      +6

      but then whats the point, collagen protein is useless for muscle building.

      • GrueHunter on 26/02/2023 - 13:16
        -3

        Let me guess - you think collagen enters your digestive tract, remains intact, enters the blood stream, then your body uses it to…make collagen

        syndrome.gif

        • abjsdhasehasee on 26/02/2023 - 13:20
          +2

          Did i say that anywhere in my comment? no.

          • GrueHunter on 26/02/2023 - 14:02

            @abjsdhasehasee: So take us through it then:

            • you digest collagen
            • your body goes "wow, there's a metric sh*tload of aminos floating around but I won't use them to build muscle because…"

            …over to you

            • abjsdhasehasee on 26/02/2023 - 14:14
              +5

              @GrueHunter: your body goes wow theres a metric shitload of SOME amino acids floating around here, but hey its super super low in valine, isoleucine, lucine and non existent tryptophan, yknow the things important for muscle building.

              • GrueHunter on 26/02/2023 - 16:01
                -8

                @abjsdhasehasee: You misspelled "every amino except trypto"

                You've equated "supplement with collagen" with "only supplement with collagen"

                You don't seem to know the difference between dispensable and indispensable aminos or how overall dietary amino profiles work

                You appear to be ignorant about underlying physiological enablers of strength, like improving joint flexibility and promoting post-exercise repair

                You've read none of the literature about building muscle mass in older men and pre- and post-menopausal women

                But you do you bro, why benefit from two things at the same time

                HOORA DIS IS DA WHEY

                • abjsdhasehasee on 26/02/2023 - 16:33
                  +2

                  @GrueHunter: Do you read what you link? or what I right (leucine is only one spelt wrong).

                  Nothing you linked or say will in any way prove that collagen protein supplements will help with muscle growth, the ONLY people, it will help are old sarcopenic men who are already on low protein diets. Yknow not anyone here who is already on a high protein diet trying to increase their muscle mass.

      • warmfruit on 26/02/2023 - 16:48

        I've bought some collagen powder not too long ago. What's that stuff supposedly good for?

        Should I just drink regular whey protein instead, which I also have?

        • abjsdhasehasee on 26/02/2023 - 16:59
          +2

          https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33742704/
          https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30368550/

          Improves parts of skin and joint health (reduced wrinkes, increased elasticity and hydration) (Improves osteoarthritis symptoms), however these studies in these meta analysis are comparing those taking collagen to a control / placebo group. Theres no direct comparion studies between collagen and other actual high quality protein sources like chicken beef whey etc, when it comes to skin / joint etc (only muscle building). So we cant really say its the collagen doing anything or if high quality protein would do the same thing but its assumed.

          Id just take the regular whey protein for muscle building (count that for total daily protein ingestion) and supplement collagen for your skin / joints if you really want.

          • warmfruit on 26/02/2023 - 17:04
            +2

            @abjsdhasehasee: Sounds like a plan, thanks.

            Now I just have to decide whether I want to pay for the convenience fee of these bars and protein water versus just drinking the whey and collagen powder I already have.

          • chyawala on 27/02/2023 - 08:46

            @abjsdhasehasee: I believe collagen provides a disproportionately high amount of the amino acid proline which considered the rate limiting factor in collagen synthesis.

        • Bii on 26/02/2023 - 19:54
          +1

          more of a beauty product :)

  • ElectrkJonesy777 on 26/02/2023 - 12:39
    +1

    It’s not bad but extremely sweet.

  • [Deactivated] on 26/02/2023 - 12:42

    Last time UPS I think had a sale like this, I bought like 100 bottles hahahaha
    I got them in boxes, I never use them!

    Easier to have a tub, plus it's so much extra waste.

    I wouldn't recommend, taste is never as good either.

    • JHoliday on 26/02/2023 - 12:49

      Haha if you were closer I would come take them off your hands :)

      The gym bros leave such a mess with their tubs and powder in the bathrooms, agree the tubs are better when you are at home though but this is good for convenience on the go.

      • [Deactivated] on 26/02/2023 - 15:05

        Hahaha yeah, I'm in SA.

        Id have to drink one a day and probably got enough 6 months.

        I bought whey protein, bcaas, and green powders lol

  • FreshestSheets on 26/02/2023 - 12:45
    +3

    Thanks OP, got one of each water and some bars. We'll see if its any good.. will be useful for at work.

  • Bargainfinder88 on 26/02/2023 - 12:48
    +45

    Use QRU20 for an extra discount

    • ElectrkJonesy777 on 26/02/2023 - 12:55
      +2

      Champion, thanks. Took another 20% off :)

    • RickyJ on 26/02/2023 - 13:03
      +1

      How much extra discount?

    • popejohn on 26/02/2023 - 13:04
      +2

      Thank you! Got 12 protein bars and 12 protein waters for $27.20 delivered

      • Jono258 on 26/02/2023 - 13:11
        +1

        Same. Thanks!

    • ChillBro on 26/02/2023 - 13:07
      +8

      Handing over my ozbargainer card now over $2.40

      • JHoliday on 26/02/2023 - 13:08
        +2

        Don’t feel bad I bought them last weekend when they were $30 for 12 and I thought I was getting a good deal then

        • SuperLate on 26/02/2023 - 20:35
          +1

          May be include the code in the deal.

      • SuperLate on 26/02/2023 - 13:13
        +1

        Same, it's devastating. I'm thinking of cancelling my order then put a new order.

      • edumacation on 26/02/2023 - 13:24
        +2

        Yeah.. should have looked at comments first… Bought 3 boxes too :(

    • deskii on 26/02/2023 - 14:00
      +1

      thanks legend

    • exit on 26/02/2023 - 17:21

      wtf…i didn't know they do discount codes

    • warmfruit on 26/02/2023 - 17:53

      That's an awesome code. Where did you find it?

    • 7hours 44min ago on 26/02/2023 - 18:47
      +1

      OP not putting this in the post so he can try and get a referral lol. Thanks 88!

      • JHoliday on 26/02/2023 - 19:28
        +1

        No the referrals are useless to me since you can’t use multiple codes in an order and usually only buy from them when they have deals on like spend $150 get free bag of protein and then free bag of protein already has a coupon added automatically at checkout so you can’t use any more.

        While I am all for the cheapest price and we all love a deal, that code is for specific people and I don’t want the code blacklisted and spoilt for them, plus you run the risk of order getting cancelled since I don’t believe they were meant to be stacked.

  • nickluca95 on 26/02/2023 - 12:59
    +1

    Thanks OP, don't know why I need these but bought one of each! Works out to 80c per 30g serve which is as good if not better than any WPI out there imo

  • krunchymoses on 26/02/2023 - 13:11
    +1

    Excellent work OP. Good deal.

  • SuperLate on 26/02/2023 - 13:11
    +1

    Thanks O.P. Ordered a 12 pack of protein water. Although missed out on further 20% off.

  • easternculture on 26/02/2023 - 13:14

    Contains Collagen Hydrolysate , so might no be halal for those after Halal or Kosher. Can either be Bovine or Porcine.

    Also not vegetarian or vegan freindly

    • Rookie1 on 26/02/2023 - 13:19

      You talking about the bar or water, or both?

      • easternculture on 26/02/2023 - 13:40

        Water

        • SuperLate on 26/02/2023 - 13:53
          +1

          Wrong. Live chat has confirmed that water is Vegan friendly.

          • easternculture on 26/02/2023 - 14:16

            @SuperLate: Edit: My bad.
            Collagen is in the powdered form
            https://www.vpa.com.au/products/protein-water

          • SuperLate on 26/02/2023 - 14:17

            @SuperLate: This is confusing. Live chat told me that these are vegan friendly. But description of product says otherwise.

            Pure whey protein isolate (WPI) and whey protein concentrate (WPC) are pure dairy protein powders. Although they are the best source of protein for muscle building and recovery, they are considered �milky� and may not be appropriate for those who are intolerant of dairy or who do not enjoy drinking dairy based drinks. Protein water combines protein from 4 different sources including WPI, collagen, BCAA and L-glutamine to produce a clear, clean and refreshing high protein water drink. Protein water is idea for those that don�t enjoy dairy protein drinks or can�t stomach them after intense exercise.

            • easternculture on 26/02/2023 - 14:19

              @SuperLate: And collagen is from animal or fish sources. But if it was from fish, it would be listed as Marine Collagen Hydrolysate as some people are allergic to fish

          • easternculture on 26/02/2023 - 14:22

            @SuperLate: Lol they removed Collagen Hydrolysate from ingredients

            • SuperLate on 26/02/2023 - 14:28

              @easternculture: Yes, can't see college in ingredients but there is whey protein isolate means it is still not vegan friendly. Live chat either lied or didn't know about this. I'm okay with dairy though.

              What Are The Protein Water Ingredients?
              May 25, 2022 - 11:00 AM
              Health and Immunity > Protein Water RTD

              Answers
              May 25, 2022 - 11:00 AM
              "Passionfruit:Water, Whey Protein Isolate, Acidity Regulators (Citric Acid, Malic Acid), Flavour, Preservatives (Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate), Sodium Chloride, Sweetener (Sucralose), Colour.

              Mixed Berries: Water, Whey Protein Isolate, Acidity Regulators (Citric Acid, Malic Acid), Flavour, Preservatives (Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate), Sodium Chloride, Colour, Sweetener (Sucralose)."

              • easternculture on 26/02/2023 - 14:31

                @SuperLate: Edit: My bad.
                Collagen is in the powdered form
                https://www.vpa.com.au/products/protein-water

                But doesnt make sense because they would be using the powder to make the protein drink, or maybe not.

                Maybe this is a V1 product and the added collagen is V2

                • SuperLate on 26/02/2023 - 14:35

                  @easternculture: I've send them an email to confirm. I'm personally okay with dairy. But they have contradictory information on their website.

                  • Rookie1 on 26/02/2023 - 15:00

                    @SuperLate: So what's the verdict? Halal/Vegan friendly or not?

                    • abjsdhasehasee on 26/02/2023 - 15:21
                      +1

                      @Rookie1: wpi is not vegan, but halal idfk

                    • SuperLate on 26/02/2023 - 15:33
                      +1

                      @Rookie1: Haven't got any reply to the email yet and live chat doesn't seem to have any idea.
                      Water is definitely not vegan as ingredients have whey protein isolate which is a dairy product.
                      Halal I've no idea.

                      • Rookie1 on 26/02/2023 - 15:44

                        @SuperLate: I have ordered water, but if it isn't halal, I might be canceling my order

                        • SuperLate on 26/02/2023 - 15:47
                          +1

                          @Rookie1: Just send them an email to check before they ship it to you.
                          Live chat said that you'll have to reply to the order confirmation email to cancel or update order. Then they'll email us a refund form and a copy of refund policy.

  • rollthedice on 26/02/2023 - 13:36
    -1

    Best BEFORE March, so literally 2 days left

    • Chimpus on 26/02/2023 - 13:43
      +3

      Should be fine according to Food Standards ANZ.

      Most foods have a best-before date. You can still eat foods for a while after the best-before date as they should be safe but they may have lost some quality. Foods that have a best-before date can legally be sold after that date provided the food is fit for human consumption.

    • Chocobros on 26/02/2023 - 15:06
      +1

      @rollthedice I guess if your buying some it'd be a roll of the dice :D

  • redfrog on 26/02/2023 - 13:42

    Thanks OP. Just bought 2 crates of water in both flavours and 2 boxes of protein bars. Shame the protein bars are significantly worse value, because I vastly prefer solids to liquids when it comes to meeting my protein goals.

    If any of y'all ever see Musashi doing a deal like this on their High Protein range, give me a holler, god damn.

  • ajr5k on 26/02/2023 - 13:47
    +3

    QRU20 brings the 12 back down to 9.60 with free delivery. Pulled the trigger to give it a crack.

  • djevoultion on 26/02/2023 - 13:47

    Thanks got the protein bars becuase they don't seem to be short dated

  • Pythagoras on 26/02/2023 - 14:05

    Thanks op.

  • Hugh G Rection on 26/02/2023 - 14:28

    Best Before March 2023

  • meowmeowmeow on 26/02/2023 - 14:36

    Awesome thanks! I got one of each flavour protein water, will be good to take to the office!

  • kenjai on 26/02/2023 - 14:41
    +1

    Let's just assume they use only WPI and not adding any cheaper stuff to boost the protein content. But considering I can't even buy 500ml water at Woolies with 80c this is still an awesome deal.

  • Jayblesz on 26/02/2023 - 14:50

    Great deal copped 1 of each flav 12pk for 19.20 delivered. Bargain!

  • Reecey on 26/02/2023 - 15:07

    Thanks op got 2 boxes of each flavour

  • Optimus Prime on 26/02/2023 - 15:14

    Thanks OP . Got 60 protein bars delivered for $88 - doesn’t appear to be short dated .

  • lonewolf on 26/02/2023 - 15:16

    I presume you can only use 1 code the referral code or the 20% off one listed here?

    • JHoliday on 26/02/2023 - 15:21
      +1

      Yes that is correct

      • Handymancan on 26/02/2023 - 18:35

        How does the referral code work?
        Sad I forgot to use the QRU20 code on 3 packs :(

  • LegitBox on 26/02/2023 - 17:53
    +3

    Bought. I don't even work out…

  • [Deactivated] on 26/02/2023 - 18:28
    +1

    I'm about to get up from my chair to release some protein water.

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