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Whey
Whey is the liquid portion of milk that separates during cheese making and is also processed into protein-rich powders and ingredients. It is a dairy-derived source of high-quality, rapidly digested protein.
Beneficial properties
high-quality complete protein
rich in branched-chain amino acids
supports muscle repair
rapidly digestible
contains bioactive dairy proteins
Nutritional highlights
Whey provides complete protein with abundant leucine and other essential amino acids, and may also contain small amounts of calcium, phosphorus, and potassium depending on processing.
Conditions it helps with
General Wellness
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Hair and Nails (general)
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Weak Bones / Osteoporosis
Includes: Osteoporosis
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Weight Gain & Obesity
Includes: Overweight / Weight Gain
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