Is Whey Vegan?
No — Whey is not vegan.
Why
Whey is the liquid left over from cheese production, so it is a dairy by-product and not vegan.
Where you'll find it
- Protein powders
- Baked goods
- Chocolate
- Bread
- Crackers
Vegan alternatives
- Pea protein
- Brown rice protein
- Soy protein isolate
Frequently asked questions
Is whey vegetarian?
Whey is typically vegetarian, but not vegan, since it comes from milk rather than slaughter. Cheese-derived whey may involve animal rennet.
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