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Whey Protein Questions

What is Whey protein?

Whey is the liquid component of cows’ milk, which is separated from the solid component, curd, during the cheese-making process. Natural whey contains water, protein, fat, minerals and lactose. Whey products are produced when the protein elements are

What are the benefits of using whey protein?

Whey protein is the most studied protein on the market, and for good reason. It’s one of the highest quality proteins available and easily digested, making it the gold standard for protein.  All of the examples below are based on scientific research:

Does Designer Whey contain whey protein concentrate and whey protein isolate?

Designer Whey products are processed using the most advanced technology available. They contain both whey protein concentrate and whey protein isolate to ensure that you benefit from the widest spectrum of whey peptides.

Is there a benefit of using Designer Whey protein versus getting your protein from eggs, meat or plant?

Scientists have various methods of measuring protein quality. Biological Value (BV) is a measure of a particular protein’s effect on nitrogen balance. The protein digestibility corrected amino acid score (PDCAAS) is a measure of how well a particular

Is milk the same as whey?

While both are natural dairy products, milk contains roughly 3.3% protein, which is comprised of 80% casein protein and 20% whey. Both are high-quality and complete proteins; however, whey is a quickly digestible and assimilated protein, meaning the

Is this product safe for children or women who are pregnant and/or breast feeding?

When it comes to children or breastfeeding mothers, protein level requirements are different for all ages and individual health history needs to be taken into consideration.  We always recommend consulting with your doctor as they know you and your c

Can I use Designer Whey if I am lactose intolerant?

Designer Whey is 93% lactose free. If you have any concerns regarding lactose, please contact your healthcare provider before using the product.

Can I use whey if I am gluten-free?

Designer Whey is gluten-free.

Can I use Designer Whey if I follow a ketogenic diet?

Yes, it contains very few carbohydrates, so keeping track of your keto macros is easy.

Is Designer Whey Whole30 friendly?

As Designer Whey does contain stevia leaf extract, it is not recommended for Whole30 participants.

Is this product sugar free?

Designer Whey products contain a maximum of 3 grams of sugar per serving. It is sweetened with stevia leaf extract and monk fruit.

Is Designer Whey protein from cows that are given growth hormones?

No, our protein is sourced from rBST free dairies and cows.

Is Designer Whey pasteurized?

Yes, all of our milk is pasteurized at the minimum heat and time to keep the sensitive proteins intact.

What is the lecithin in Designer Whey derived from?

Our lecithin is derived from sunflower seeds.

Why is there cholesterol in whey protein?

Since Designer Whey products are predominately animal-sourced, they contain a small quantity of naturally occurring dietary cholesterol. Cholesterol is a fatty substance that is necessary for the synthesis of sex hormones, bile acids, and Vitamin D,

What is the biological value of Designer Whey?

Biological Value (BV) is a measure of nitrogen (protein) retained for growth and/or tissue maintenance. The BV of common food proteins is based upon a study, which demonstrates that whey protein had the highest biological value of all food-grade prot

What is the glycemic index and what is Designer Whey’s glycemic index?

The glycemic index refers to how a food, usually a carbohydrate, affects your body’s blood sugar (glucose). Proteins and fats, by nature, have little effect on the blood sugar response. Research shows that protein-only meals produce either a small ri