Whey, acid, dried
* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Macronutrients
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| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.9 MG | 1% | |
| Thiamin | 0.6 MG | 52% | |
| Riboflavin | 2.1 MG | 158% | |
| Niacin | 1.2 MG | 7% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 5.6 MG | 113% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.6 MG | 36% | |
| Folate, total | 33 UG | 8% | |
| Choline, total | 225 MG | 41% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.5 UG | 104% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 17 UG | 2% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 2,054 MG | 158% | |
| Iron, Fe | 1.2 MG | 7% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 199 MG | 47% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 1,349 MG | 108% | |
| Potassium, K | 2,289 MG | 49% | |
| Sodium, Na | 968 MG | 42% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 6.3 MG | 57% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 6% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 1% | |
| Selenium, Se | 27.3 UG | 50% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 11.7g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (0.5g per 100g).
- Rich source of Calcium, Ca (158% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (47% DV).
- Rich source of Phosphorus, P (108% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Potassium, K (49% DV).
About Whey, acid, dried
Acid whey is the liquid byproduct of acid-coagulated cheese and yogurt production. When dried, it becomes a concentrated powder dominated almost entirely by lactose, with protein and fat both minimal. It has industrial uses in animal feed, food manufacturing, and fermentation. The surge in Greek yogurt production has created large volumes of acid whey as a byproduct, which has prompted ongoing efforts to find economically viable uses for it.
Dietary Information
Whey, acid, dried is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Whey, acid, dried include Calcium, Ca (158% DV) , Riboflavin (158% DV) , Pantothenic acid (113% DV) , Phosphorus, P (108% DV) , and Vitamin B-12 (104% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 339 calories per 100 grams, Whey, acid, dried gets 14% of its calories from protein, 87% from carbohydrates, and 1% from fat. This is moderately high, similar to many cooked grains and dairy products.
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