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Low GI

Whey Calories

Protein and mineral-rich, low-calorie liquid

CALORIES

27kcal

GI

35low

POTASSIUM

130mg

FIBER

0g

Whey Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

27

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

5.1g

· 79%

Protein

0.9g

· 14%

Fat

0.2g

· 7%

Fiber

0g

Whey Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.14mg · 11% DV

B5

0.18mg · 4% DV

B1

0.02mg · 2% DV

B12

0.05µg · 2% DV

Minerals

Calcium

47mg · 5% DV

Phosphorus

36mg · 5% DV

Potassium

130mg · 4% DV

Selenium

1.5µg · 3% DV

Whey Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

35
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

1.8
Low

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

Is Whey Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally 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 Whey 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 Whey Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Whey Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.13g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.04g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.02g

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Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1

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

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Whey — Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in whey, and is it diet-friendly?

Whey has 27 calories per 100g and only 0.2g fat. It fits omnivore, vegetarian, Mediterranean, and flexitarian eating patterns.

Does whey have a high glycemic index, and does it contain allergens?

Whey has a glycemic index of 35, which is considered low. It does contain dairy, so it is not suitable for people with dairy allergies.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.