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Whey
Whey by Optimum Nutrition provides 376 kcal per 100 g, with 3.3 g of sugars and 79 g of protein. That is 14% less sugar than the average product in this category. It is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Protein powders category and comes in a 2280g pack. Contains: milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 30 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 376 kcal | 113 kcal | 363 | |
| Total fat | 4.2 g | 1.3 g | 2% | 4.7 −11% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 0.4 g | 2% | 2.1 −32% |
| Carbohydrates | 5.2 g | 1.6 g | 1% | 10.1 −48% |
| Total sugars | 3.3 g | 1 g | 3.8 −14% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.6 −100% |
| Protein | 79 g | 23.7 g | 47% | 69.5 +14% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.1 g | 1.1 −56% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 4748 Protein powders products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other protein powders
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Protein Blend (Whey Protein Isolates (_Milk_) [Contains Emulsifier: _Soy& Lecithin], Whey Protein Concentrate (_Milk_), Whey Peptides (_Milk_), Flavouring, Salt, Sweeteners (Acesulfame Potassium, Sucralose), Enzyme Complex (Amylase, Protease, Cellulase, Beta-D-Galactosidase, Lipase)
- Allergens
- MilkSoybeans
Additives 7
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 2280g
- Serving size
- 30 g
- Sold in
- Switzerland, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5060469988610
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Whey?
Whey contains 376 kcal per 100 g and about 113 kcal per serving (30 g).
How much sugar is in Whey?
Whey has 3.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Whey healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Whey vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Whey contain?
According to the label data it contains: Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 13, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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