What is Standard Whey Protein?
Standard whey protein starts as a byproduct of cheese-making. This means the whey is separated from the cheese curd using processes that involve additional heat, enzymes, and sometimes chemicals. These methods can change the protein's natural structure, which impacts its nutritional value. Because it's commonly produced this way, standard whey tends to be widely used in many supplements. While it's been a go-to for a long time, there's now a more thoughtfully processed form of whey protein available (hey, native whey).