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Whey protein
Whey protein by 17 Nutrition provides 406 kcal per 100 g, with 4.3 g of sugars and 78.5 g of protein. That is 12% more 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 2 Kilogram pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 40 gram
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 406 kcal | 162 kcal | 363 +12% | |
| Total fat | 7 g | 2.8 g | 4% | 4.7 +48% |
| Saturated fat | 5.5 g | 2.2 g | 11% | 2.1 +170% |
| Carbohydrates | 9.7 g | 3.9 g | 1% | 10.1 |
| Total sugars | 4.3 g | 1.7 g | 3.8 +12% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.6 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 4.1 −100% |
| Protein | 78.5 g | 31.4 g | 63% | 69.5 +13% |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.3 g | 1.1 −34% |
*% 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
Whey Proteine concentrate, Emulsifier: Sunflower Lecithin Thickener: Guar Gum Flavour: Flavours Sweetener: Sucralose
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 2 Kilogram
- Serving size
- 40 gram
- Labels & certifications
- Green Dot
- Sold in
- Netherlands, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 8717056278391
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Whey protein?
Whey protein contains 406 kcal per 100 g and about 162 kcal per serving (40 gram).
How much sugar is in Whey protein?
Whey protein has 4.3 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Whey protein healthy?
It is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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