milk protein

Whey or casein

Milk protein refers to the proteins found in milk, primarily casein and whey.

These proteins are nutritionally complete, containing all essential amino acids, making them popular in supplements and sports nutrition: The shake contains 25 grams of milk protein.

Milk proteins also have functional uses in food manufacturing as emulsifiers and thickeners.

Related

amino acids · bioactive · peptide · antimicrobial · glycoproteins · muscle repair · muscle building · adhesives · infant formula · ricotta · infant · cottage · coagulate · cheese curds · bioavailability · rennet · dairy · dairy farming

Categories
Opposites
milk macronutrient component

milk proteinlactose

Disaccharide in dairy

milk fat · butterfat · milkfat · cream

protein source

milk proteinplant protein

Nutrition from flora

soy protein · pea protein · wheat gluten

allergen/dietary restriction category

milk proteinvegan protein

Animal-free amino source

Family

milk, protein, casein

Familiarity
Top 200,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G