General
whey
What does whey mean?
A fast-absorbing protein derived from milk during cheese-making, the most common protein-powder supplement for hitting daily protein and recovery.
"Two scoops of whey gets me to 50 grams of protein fast."
Origin
Dairy-processing term; the standard bodybuilding protein.
Frequently asked questions
What is whey protein?
Whey is a fast-digesting protein separated from milk during cheese-making, sold as a powder and used to conveniently hit daily protein targets and support recovery.
What's the difference between whey concentrate and isolate?
Isolate is more filtered, so it has more protein per scoop and less lactose, fat and carbs, while concentrate is cheaper but slightly less pure.
When should you take whey?
Whey can be taken any time to top up protein, commonly post-workout or between meals, though total daily protein matters more than exact timing.
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