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Plain Whey Protein Calories

High protein, low carbohydrate, fast absorption

CALORIES

390kcal

35low

POTASSIUM

260mg

FIBER

Plain Whey Protein Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

390

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

· 7%

Protein

78g

· 81%

Fat

· 12%

Fiber

Plain Whey Protein Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

1.5mg · 115% DV

B12

2.5µg · 104% DV

2.5mg · 50% DV

0.4mg · 33% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

350mg · 50% DV

Calcium

480mg · 48% DV

Selenium

8µg · 15% DV

Magnesium

60mg · 14% DV

Plain Whey Protein Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

Is Plain Whey Protein Processed?

NOVA 3

Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Plain Whey Protein Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free

Dairy yes

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Plain Whey Protein Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Plain Whey Protein Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.2g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.1g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.2g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Boiled whole egg

155 kcal

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Vegetable omelet

149 kcal

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Eggs cooked without oil

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Cooked eggs

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Scrambled eggs

149 kcal

Plain Whey Protein — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories and how much protein are in plain whey protein?

Per 100 g, plain whey protein provides 390 calories and 78 g of protein. The same amount also contains 7 g carbs and 5 g fat.

Is plain whey protein suitable for keto or gluten-free diets?

Based on the listed diet compatibility, plain whey protein is suitable for ketovore and gluten-free diets. It does contain dairy, so it is a milk allergen.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.