5 Health Benefits of Whey Protein

5 Health Benefits of Whey Protein
Whey protein can help develop, grow and repair muscles and tissues. Shutterstock
By Nisha Jackson, PhD 
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Protein is an essential macronutrient that helps build muscle, repair tissue, and support the immune system. People commonly consume whey protein powder as a quick dietary supplement to help meet their health goals. Whey protein has a high nutritional value and is one of the best dietary sources of quality protein. The body absorbs whey protein quickly and easily compared to other types of protein.

What is Whey Protein?

Milk contains two main types of protein: casein and whey. Whey is found in the liquid part of milk that separates during cheese production. If you’ve ever opened a yogurt container to see liquid floating on top — that’s whey.

Whey is typically sold as a flavored powder (however, you can also find it unflavored), which can be added to shakes, meal replacements, and protein bars.

Nisha Jackson
Nisha Jackson
PhD 
Nisha Jackson is a nationally recognized hormone and functional medicine expert, lecturer, motivational speaker, radio host, columnist, author of “Brilliant Burnout” and founder of OnePeak Medical Clinics in Oregon. For 30 years, her approach to medicine has successfully reversed chronic problems such as fatigue, brain fog, depression, insomnia and lack of stamina.
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