Whey, sweet, 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 | 1.5 MG | 2% | |
| Thiamin | 0.5 MG | 43% | |
| Riboflavin | 2.2 MG | 170% | |
| Niacin | 1.3 MG | 8% | |
| Pantothenic acid | 5.6 MG | 112% | |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.6 MG | 34% | |
| Folate, total | 12 UG | 3% | |
| Choline, total | 225 MG | 41% | |
| Vitamin B-12 | 2.4 UG | 99% | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 8 UG | 1% | |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0 UG | 0% | |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.1 UG | 0% |
Minerals
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calcium, Ca | 796 MG | 61% | |
| Iron, Fe | 0.9 MG | 5% | |
| Magnesium, Mg | 176 MG | 42% | |
| Phosphorus, P | 932 MG | 75% | |
| Potassium, K | 2,080 MG | 44% | |
| Sodium, Na | 1,079 MG | 47% | |
| Zinc, Zn | 2.0 MG | 18% | |
| Copper, Cu | 0.1 MG | 8% | |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.0 MG | 0% | |
| Selenium, Se | 27.2 UG | 49% |
Nutrition Highlights
- Good source of protein with 12.9g per 100g.
- Very low in fat (1.1g per 100g).
- Rich source of Calcium, Ca (61% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Magnesium, Mg (42% DV).
- Rich source of Phosphorus, P (75% of Daily Value per 100g).
- Good source of Potassium, K (44% DV).
About Whey, sweet, dried
Dried sweet whey is sweet whey with moisture removed, leaving a powder heavily dominated by lactose, with a moderate protein fraction and very little fat. It is used extensively in food manufacturing as a filler, flavor enhancer, and browning agent in breads, crackers, and processed foods. As a standalone supplement it is less prized than whey protein concentrate or isolate, which are processed further to strip out the lactose and concentrate the protein.
Dietary Information
Whey, sweet, dried is considered low-fat, making it a suitable choice for various dietary plans.
Notable micronutrients in Whey, sweet, dried include Riboflavin (170% DV) , Pantothenic acid (112% DV) , Vitamin B-12 (99% DV) , Phosphorus, P (75% DV) , and Calcium, Ca (61% DV). These nutrients play important roles in maintaining overall health and supporting essential bodily functions.
Calorie Breakdown
At 353 calories per 100 grams, Whey, sweet, dried gets 15% of its calories from protein, 84% from carbohydrates, and 3% from fat. This is energy-dense, similar to nuts, oils, and concentrated foods.
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