Whey is the liquid part of milk that curdles or the liquid that separates from milk solids during cheese making. Health-food companies use dried whey to make concentrated protein powder. The Lifetime Fitness company sells its Peak Performance Chocolate Whey Protein Isolate as a dietary supplement. Discuss diet supplementation with whey protein with your health care provider.
Macronutrients
The serving size for the Lifetime Fitness whey protein powder is 1 ounce or 28 grams. According to the company’s website, each scoop of chocolate whey protein powder has 100 calories and provides 22 grams of protein. One serving provides 44 percent of the daily value for protein in a normal adult diet. The company suggests that you consume up to four 1-ounce servings daily.
Carbohydrates and Fats
Cane juice and stevia are the sweeteners in this product. The carbohydrate content of the powder is 2 grams per scoop, or less than 5 percent of the recommended daily value. Lifetime Fitness suggests that you prepare the protein powder with water, which makes the fat content of the prepared beverage the same as the powder. One serving has no fat but contains 4 milligrams of cholesterol, according to My Fitness Pal. It also provides no fiber.
Vitamins and Minerals
The only vitamin in this protein powder is vitamin A. With 100 international units per serving, this powder is not a good source of this nutrient because it only provides 2 percent of the daily value. The calcium content per serving is 100 milligrams or 10 percent of the daily value. With 135 milligrams of potassium, the product has 4 percent of the daily requirement. It contains a trace of iron and 60 milligrams of sodium per serving.
Considerations
Whey protein can suppress your appetite, help you improve bone strength and build your muscles. People also consume it for a variety of health conditions that range from cancer and HIV to diabetes, according to MayoClinic.com. People who are lactose intolerant might experience stomach distress after consuming whey protein powder. Although the extra protein could be beneficial, whey protein can decrease your blood sugar and blood-pressure levels, according to MayoClinic.com. Adverse interactions with drugs are possible, especially for patients who take blood thinners. Regular consumption of large amounts of whey protein can cause kidney and bone damage. Clinical studies have not provided any data on the safety of daily intakes of more than 50 grams.
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