Whey Free:
Managing Your Diet By
Finding Healthy Snacks
Do you need to find some healthy snacks for a whey free diet? Whey is the liquid that remains after the separation of the curds in the manufacturing process of cheese. This includes any acidic type of cheese (cottage cheese) or a sweet cheese (cheddar or swiss). Whey comprises 20% of the milk proteins in any type of animal's milk, whether it be cow, sheep, goat or camel. The other 80% is the casein protein. Accidental Discovery Led To Better Human HealthFormerly, going whey free was mandatory, not optional. This is because whey was considered a by-product of cheese production with no effective usefulness. It was therefore always disposed. But through research, it was discovered it is an important source of amino acids needed by the human body for optimal health. The whey protein therefore has been used to:- repair the body's cells after sickness or injury
- build and repair muscles and bones
- can supply an excellent source of energy for the body. It is used frequently as a supplement for athletes.
- help in controlling many of our metabolic processes.
Parts of Whey and Their Relationship To The Human BodyWhen each molecule of whey is broken down into its parts. there is three distinct categories made available for our body's use in the system. Our bodies are a network of "building blocks" formed by the use of essential amino acids (proteins) and non-essential amino acids. It is possible for the human body to manufacture non-essential proteins by using the essential proteins (whey) we ingest or already have in stores in our body. Complete proteins such as whey then are mandatory for the health of our system. These three parts include:- Whey Protein Concentrate has variable amounts of protein, usually from 30 to 80% of the amount we ingest is from fats and lactose sugars. This form is the least efficient source of protein for the human body's use.
- Whey Protein Isolate is the powerhouse "block-builder" used by the human body. Greater than 90% of this protein (amino acid) is pure protein with next to no fat or lactose sugar.
- Hydrolyzed Whey Protein means the protein chains have been broken down or hydrolyzed into smaller segments (called peptides). This category is generally used in infant formulas or in medical use to aid in a faster recovery after an accident, injury or surgery. Because the chain has been broken down it is easier to digest. This form of whey protein is easier for any individual that shows signs of an allergy or sensitivity to milk products.
Lactose Intolerant- Must I Stay Whey Free AlsoLess than .1% of a tablespoon of whey protein has lactose sugar. You must verify though before eating or drinking that you are getting the whey protein isolate formula in order to insure that it is whey free. Do not attempt to use the whey protein concentrate. It has far greater concentrations of lactose. Consult with your physician before use to check if it is permissible to add whey isolate to your diet to help satisfy your body's needs for a complete source of protein.How Can I Be Allergic To Whey And Yet Many Say It Is OKDue to all animal milk products being 80% casein and 20% whey- everyone allergic to casein must stay away from all milk products. But whey, due to its low concentration and when processed under extremely high heat, many people have found their body will accept pasteurized, evaporated, powdered or shelf-stable varieties. By using the high heat, the allergy causing protein is greatly reduced (but not entirely eliminated). Therefore do not try this without first seeking advise from your physician.Goat's milk is also broken down into the two major proteins casein and whey. But it has been observed that many people that have an allergy to whey only can tolerate goat's milk. Research has not been able to figure out the reason for this anomaly yet even though cow's milk and goat's milk do seem to have the same molecular structure. Tread slowly, with the aid of your physician, to see if you may also be capable of using a small amount of goat's milk even though you are on a whey free diet.
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