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High-protein drink mixed with water
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 serving (medium) of Protein drink with water (330 g) has 132 calories. That works out to 40 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.3 g of carbs, 26.4 g of protein, 1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 231 mg of Phosphorus covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 serving (medium) · 330 g
132
KCAL / 330G
Carbs
3.3g
· 1% DV
Protein
26.4g
· 53% DV
Fat
1g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 83% · Fat 7%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 132 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.49 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.3 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 26.4 g | 53% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 330 g | 132 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 250 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 100 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 450 g | 180 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 450 g | 180 kcal |
Calculated from 40 calories per 100 g.
A protein drink with water is lighter in taste and texture than one made with milk, while milk adds its own nutrients and creaminess. Neither is automatically better; choose water for a simpler mix or milk if you prefer a richer drink.
Use the amount of water recommended for the protein powder in your protein drink with water. Adding more makes the drink thinner, while using less makes it thicker; adjust the amount to the texture you enjoy rather than relying on a universal ratio.
For a lump-free protein drink with water, pour the water into a shaker first, add the powder, then close and shake well. Adding liquid first helps prevent powder from sticking to the bottom and sides of the container.
A protein drink with water can be useful after a workout, but it does not have to be taken immediately. You can also drink it beforehand if that feels comfortable; your overall eating pattern matters more than a narrow timing window.
Yes, you can drink a protein drink with water every day if it suits your needs. Treat it as a convenient supplement to meals, not a reason to miss varied protein sources such as beans, eggs, dairy, fish, or meat.
A protein drink with water can contribute protein that supports muscle growth, but drinking it alone does not build muscle. Progressive resistance training, enough food, and recovery are also needed for meaningful muscle gain.
A protein drink with water is not usually a complete breakfast on its own. It may provide protein, but adding foods such as fruit, oats, or nuts can make breakfast more filling and varied.
A protein drink with water gets foamy because shaking traps air in the mixture, and some protein powders hold that foam. Letting it rest briefly after mixing usually allows the bubbles to settle.
Yes, you can prepare a protein drink with water the night before, but keep it covered in the refrigerator and shake it again before drinking. For the best texture and freshness, mixing it shortly before you need it is preferable.
A protein drink with water is not automatically lactose-free, because the protein powder may contain lactose. Whey concentrate can contain more than some isolates, so check the powder’s ingredients and choose a lactose-free product if needed.
Vitamins
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
B12
0.26µg · 11% DV
B6
0.07mg · 4% DV
B5
0.17mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
231mg · 33% DV
Selenium
9.9µg · 18% DV
Calcium
149mg · 15% DV
Magnesium
46mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
363mg · 11% DV
Sodium
149mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 132 calories in 1 serving (medium) (330 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A protein drink with water is made by mixing protein powder with water. It is a convenient drink rather than a dish tied to one particular place, and its flavour and thickness depend on the powder and how thoroughly it is mixed. It may taste plain or sweetened and can be smooth or slightly chalky.
People commonly have it after exercise or as a quick option between meals; it can also be mixed into breakfast routines. The drink is high in protein and low in carbohydrate, making it useful when you want a simple protein-rich option without adding much else. Shake it with cold water for an easy-to-drink texture, and check the serving guidance on the product you use.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.49g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.