Whey 101: What is whey protein?

Whey 101: What is whey protein?

Whey protein isolate has been getting attention for its benefits for strength and muscle mass. It is the most researched protein supplement there is. You may have heard of whey protein, but what is it?


How is whey protein made?

Dairy is the source of whey protein isolate. Whey protein is one of the two forms of protein in milk. Casein is the other protein in milk.

Whey protein isolate is produced by heating, drying and powdering milk. In this form, whey protein isolate is the most concentrated form of protein found in cow’s milk. 

Check out this blog post to learn more about how whey protein isolate stacks up against other forms of protein supplements.


How to use whey protein supplements.

Whey protein isolate can easily dissolve into most liquids and soft foods making it easy to add to your diet. Smoothies, soup, and snack bars can all have more protein, without changing the taste and texture of your food. 

Whey protein isolates like ISOlution® are a great and high-quality protein option. It can be easily incorporated into your diet to meet your protein needs.

ISOlution® is a clinical grade whey protein isolate supplement. We use New Zealand grass-fed dairy, which makes a high-quality whey protein isolate powder.  In fact, ISOlution’s neutral flavour, means you can pack more protein into your recipes.

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