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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Whey, sweet, fluid's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Good nutrient density 36/100
How many beneficial nutrients Whey, sweet, fluid delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Whey, sweet, fluid come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
76% from carbs
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Carbs 76%5.1 g per serving
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Fat 12%0.4 g per serving
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Protein 13%0.9 g per serving
What Whey, sweet, fluid is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value.
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.1 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 3.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 8.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 20.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 3.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 3.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 6.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 4.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 35.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 110.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 33.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 11.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 84.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 8.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.9 g | |
| Histidine | 16.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 47.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 78.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 68.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 16.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 27.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 54.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 13.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 46.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 39.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 25.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 83.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 17.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 148.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 18.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 52.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 41.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 24.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 3.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.1 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 0.0 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.2 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.1 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.0 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 1.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.3 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.4 mg | |
| Choline | 16.0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 47.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | |
| Magnesium | 8.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 46.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 161.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 54.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 1.9 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 2.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 0.5 g | — |
About Whey, sweet, fluid
Whey is the thin, cloudy liquid left behind when milk curdles and the solid curds are strained away, the watery partner to casein in cheesemaking. For generations it was treated as a byproduct and often fed to livestock, but today it is prized for its nutrition. Whey carries most of milk's soluble protein, and dried whey protein has become one of the most popular supplements for athletes and anyone trying to build or hold onto muscle, since it digests quickly and is rich in essential amino acids.
Beyond protein it supplies lactose, calcium, riboflavin, and other B vitamins. Fresh liquid whey can stand in for water or milk to bake tangy breads, cook grains and beans, or blend into smoothies, and ricotta is traditionally made by heating leftover whey a second time. The powder turns up in protein shakes, bars, and countless processed foods. Keep liquid whey refrigerated and use it within a few days, or store the dried powder sealed in a cool, dry spot.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Whey, sweet, fluid?
There are 27 calories in 100 g of Whey, sweet, fluid, or about 266 calories in 1 quart (984 g).
How much protein is in Whey, sweet, fluid?
Whey, sweet, fluid contains 0.9 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Whey, sweet, fluid?
Whey, sweet, fluid has 5.1 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Whey, sweet, fluid?
Whey, sweet, fluid provides 0.4 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Whey, sweet, fluid a good source of?
Whey, sweet, fluid is a good source of Riboflavin (B2) and Vitamin B12 (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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