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Whey is a product that is heavily marketed as a health food, particularly to support athletic performance and body composition. It is also promoted as a way to boost protein intake and combat nutritional deficiencies.
But is whey really safe to eat on a gluten free diet? Let’s take a look.
Whey is one of the two proteins found in cow’s milk. Whey makes up about 20% of the protein and is the liquid part of cow’s milk that separates during cheese production. Casein makes up the remaining 80% of protein in cow’s milk and is found in the solid curds that result as a byproduct of cheesemaking.
Whey is generally processed and dried and sold as a powder form known as whey protein that can be mixed into a liquid or soft food.
Pure whey does not contain any gluten. However, some research has shown that whey can mimic gluten and cause a similar immune reaction in the body. This means that if you have been following a gluten free diet and still are not feeling well, whey might be the cause.
In addition, whey protein can be problematic for other reasons:
Many whey protein supplements contain other ingredients that are not healthy, including the following:
Many people with a gluten intolerance, or any other digestive issues find that whey protein can be difficult to digest and can cause unpleasant side effects like gas, bloating, stomach cramps, and diarrhea. Those with a gluten intolerance or other digestive issues may be better off avoiding or limiting intake of whey protein. If you find yourself experiencing discomfort from consuming dairy, whether intentionally or accidentally, try a supplement like Dairy Shield to help your body process it.
If you are looking for ways to boost your protein intake without dairy, there are other sources of protein that are similarly convenient, without toxic ingredients, hidden gluten, or gluten mimickerst:
Of course, as with any supplement, quality matters. Be sure to vet the supplier of all supplements to ensure that their sourcing, manufacturing, and testing are safe and free from gluten cross contamination.
Even though whey protein is naturally gluten free, it isn’t necessarily a good option for someone who is gluten intolerant. If you do choose to consume whey, be sure that it is from a trusted source.
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If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician before using this product.
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One Response
Maybe mention to only buy grass fed and finished whey?
As you know type 2 diary is better than type 1 for those with dairy issues like me.
Age 29 183 lbs I benched 400
now im 71 still at it…..fighting sarcopenia…
still stronger than 90% of wippersnapers in my gym!
thx for the great u tubes! im 5 9 and 160 lbs now. I miss those 23 lbs of hard muscles.
will get my testost. tested soon and try dairy shield.
gluten free old dude. out