Should you avoid Whey Protein if being lactose intolerant? To a certain degree that answer might be “yes, you should”, but read on. There are options and it requires you to read the nutrional information on the product labels in detail. Individuals with lactose intolerance should select a pure whey protein isolate. These Whey Proteins usually have less than 0.1 gram of lactose per tablespoon (approx. 20 grams). These amounts of lactose are usually small enough to not trigger a reaction inside your body.
20 grams of lactose is less lactose than the amount usually found in a cup of yogurt. So, if you eat Yogurt every once in a while with no problems, you should be just fine. Also, research has shown that many people with lactose intolerance have no trouble ingesting this tiny amount of lactose that comes with Whey Protein Isolate. Important: Individuals with lactose intolerance should avoid whey protein concentrates as they usually contain higher amounts of lactose + these amounts can vary greatly from product to product.
Conclusion: If you are lactose intolerant you will need to pay a little more attention when it comes to Whey Protein. However, you do not have to completely ignore Whey Protein and are still able to enjoy the benefits accordingly. So, stick to a pure Whey Protein Isolate and receive all the benefits Whey Protein has to offer.
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