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Whey_protein

Level 2 — Generally safe

Whey_Protein is a other additive listed in the FDA food-additive database.

Also: whey, whey powder, whey protein concentrate

What the research says

Watery dairy by-product once discarded; now the #1 ingredient in reformulated Cheez Whiz and a cheap protein/mouthfeel filler across snack and dairy products. Also used in Velveeta production. [salt-sugar-fat] Watery dairy by-product once discarded; now the #1 ingredient in reformulated Cheez Whiz and a cheap protein/mouthfeel filler across snack and dairy products. Also used in Velveeta production.

Regulatory status

  • Notes: From enrichment source only, not in Winter Dictionary

Sources

  • Salt Sugar Fat (Moss) — Chapter 8 (Liquid Gold): Velveeta was made directly from milk, milk fat, and the whey that dairies previously discarded