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Is Whey Protein Really 'Junk'? Cheese Byproduct Claims Fact-Checked
Is Whey Protein Really 'Junk'? Cheese Byproduct Claims Fact-Checked
Summary & Verdict
💡TL;DR: Whey protein really is a cheese byproduct—BUT calling it straight "junk" is sketchy.
🚦Hmmm 🤨 - 5/10
🔥Hot Take: Whey protein: more than just cheese “junk.” Some fact, a sprinkle of drama!
Claim Breakdown:
🎯 Reality Check: Solid 💪 (1/10)
📝 Why: Accurate! Whey is the liquid leftover from cheese-making, packed with protein.
🔗 Source: Dairy industry basics, Healthline, FDA
🐟 Biggest Whopper:
“It’s the junk of the cheese industry.” Sorry, whey’s rep isn’t rubbish—athletes and scientists agree!
🙌 Actually True:
The bit about whey coming from cheese-making? 100% true, and kind of cool.