Ingredient

The Following: Whey

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Source
Animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Whey is used in foods for its nutritional content, flavor, and functional properties. It …

What it is

Whey is the liquid byproduct of cheesemaking. It is separated from the solid curd when milk is coagulated. Whey can be further processed into whey powder, whey protein concentrate, or whey protein isolate.

Why it's used

Whey is used in foods for its nutritional content, flavor, and functional properties. It can act as a binder, emulsifier, or texturizer. It is commonly found in baked goods, dairy products, processed meats, and nutritional supplements.

Health notes

Whey is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is a source of high-quality protein and may play a role in muscle growth and satiety. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated whey and its components. Evidence on the health effects of whey protein supplementation is mixed, with some studies suggesting benefits for weight management and athletic performance, while others show no significant effect.

Allergen info

Whey is derived from milk, which is one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing The Following: Whey

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Crunchy Cheddar Jalapeno Cheese Flavored Snacks, Cheddar Jalapeno Frito-Lay Company Crunchy Cheddar Jalapeno Cheese Flavored Snacks, Cheddar Jalapeno Other Snacks 571kcal 7.1Protein 35.7Fat 53.6Carbs Toasted Coconut Cookie Thins, Toasted Coconut That's How We Roll LLC Toasted Coconut Cookie Thins, Toasted Coconut Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 536kcal 3.6Protein 32.1Fat 53.6Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Streusel Coffee Cake, Cinnamon Other Frozen Desserts High in cholesterol — 22% DV per serving 402kcal 3.9Protein 16.7Fat 60.8Carbs Rich Products Corporation Cheesecake, New York Style, Triple Chocolate, Strawberry Swirl, Caramel Apple Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 343kcal 7.1Protein 18.6Fat 37.1Carbs Campfire Innovations Blueberry Muffin Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries High in saturated fat — 70% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 27% DV per serving 336kcal 4.4Protein 17.7Fat 40.7Carbs Family Dollar Stores Inc. Shortbread Cookies, Shortbread Cookies & Biscuits 400kcal 6.7Protein 16.7Fat 63.3Carbs That's How We Roll LLC Toasted Coconut Cookie Thins, Toasted Coconut Cookies & Biscuits High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving High in added sugars — 26% DV per serving 524kcal 4.8Protein 33.3Fat 54.8Carbs Fairway Foods Inc. Chocolate Peanut Caramel Clusters, Chocolate Peanut Caramel Chocolate High in added sugars — 20% DV per serving 469kcal 9.4Protein 25Fat 56.2Carbs Rich Products Corporation Our Specialty, Red Velvet Frosted Cookies Cookies & Biscuits 447kcal 2.6Protein 15.8Fat 71.0Carbs Zachary Confections Inc Pecan Caramel Clusters, Pecan Caramel Chocolate High in added sugars — 22% DV per serving 500kcal 6.2Protein 28.1Fat 56.2Carbs Rich Products Corporation Our Specialty, Original Naan Breads & Buns 268kcal 7.1Protein 5.4Fat 46.4Carbs Schnuck Markets, Inc. Chocolate Pudding Cake, Chocolate Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 367kcal 5.1Protein 16.5Fat 50.6Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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