Individuals with lactose intolerance should select a pure whey protein isolate, which has less than 0.1 gram of lactose per tablespoon (20 grams). This is less lactose than the amount found in a cup of yogurt and research has shown that most people with lactose intolerance have no trouble taking this very small amount of lactose. Individuals with lactose intolerance should avoid whey protein concentrates as they usually contain lactose and the amount can vary greatly from product to product.

A. Yes, certain brands. A Canadian brand of bioactive whey protein has less than 1% lactose which should not cause any ill effect even in the most severe case of lactose intolerance.

Whey protein is a high quality protein powder from cow's milk. Milk has two proteins: Casein (approximately 80%) and Whey Protein (approximately 20%). Whey protein is more soluble than casein and also has a higher quality rating. It is often referred to as the "Gold Standard" of protein as it is the most nutritious protein available.

The product contains less than 115mg of lactose per tablet. This contrasts with the several thousand milligrams present in a glass of milk. This small amount of lactose can be a problem to some highly sensitive individuals. If you are in this category, MicroLactin? should be avoided. NOW makes a formula called Dairy Digest Complete, which supplies plant-derived enzymes that help to digest the sugar, protein, and fat naturally found in milk.

Slim•Fast meal replacements contain skimmed milk that is, unfortunately, unsuitable for you if you are lactose intolerant.

Most people with lactose intolerance do not experience a problem with colostrum, as there is only a small amount of lactose present. If, however you have a severe milk protein allergy, you should consult your doctor prior to taking colostrum, due to its high protein count.

No. Adults who avoid milk may not get an adequate intake of calcium and other essential nutrients. LAND O LAKES? Dairy Ease? provides all of the benefits of real milk, because it is real milk. With Dairy Ease?, it's easy to enjoy the health benefits of dairy milk without the side effects associated with lactose intolerance.

MicroLactin? is 90% lactose free. At these levels, lactose intolerance is not expected to be an issue (see below).

The whey protein in Accelerade comes from milk. The maximum lactose content in Accelerade is less than 1%, which may not be of concern to the vast majority of individuals who are lactose intolerant. If you have concerns related to lactose intolerance, we recommend consulting your physician.

Lactic acid producing bacteria should not be confused with lactose which is a milk sugar which can cause intolerance in a small propertion of the population deficient in the enzyme lactase. Some studies have shown that Lactic Acid Producing bacteria can actually help break down dairy products into simple sugars.

Milk is a highly nutritious beverage however, it only contains about 1% of whey protein. In order to get all the benefits of whey protein, you need to take a concentrated whey protein powder like whey protein isolate.

Whey protein is a combination of a number of individual protein components. In recent years new technology has allowed manufacturers to isolate and further purify many of these for use in new and exciting nutrition and oral care products. Click on any of the individual whey protein components below to learn more about their unique properties and benefits.

BiPro whey protein isolate contains less than 0.5 grams of fat per serving and only 5 milligrams of cholesterol. It is a healthy choice for individuals on a reduced fat diet. The American Heart Association standards suggest you limit cholesterol intake to less than 300 milligrams per day.

Whey protein is a soluble, very easy to digest protein. It quickly enters the body to provide the important essential amino acids needed to nourish muscles and other body tissues. This is one of the reasons it is a common ingredient in infant formula and protein supplements for medical use.

When whey protein is hydrolyzed the protein chains are broken down into smaller segments called "peptides". Hydrolyzed whey protein is still a high quality protein however, it is less likely to cause an allergic reaction than non-hydrolyzed whey protein. It is most commonly used in infant formulas and specialty protein supplements for medical use.