Whey Protein vs Milk

Complete nutrition comparison per 100g serving

Which is Healthier?

Both foods have similar nutritional profiles

Both foods have similar nutritional profiles with each winning in different categories. Your choice should depend on your specific dietary goals and preferences. Whey Protein has 417 calories while Milk has 61 calories per 100g.

Quick Summary

Fewer Calories

Milk

61 kcal

More Protein

Whey Protein

97g

More Fiber

Whey Protein

0g

Less Sugar

Whey Protein

0g

Visual Comparison

Caloriesper 100g
Whey Protein
417
Milk
61
Proteinper 100g
Whey Protein
97g
Milk
3.2g
Carbohydratesper 100g
Whey Protein
0g
Milk
4.8g
Fatper 100g
Whey Protein
2g
Milk
3.3g

Side-by-Side Nutrition Table

NutrientWhey ProteinMilkDifference
Calories417kcal61kcal+356.0kcal
Protein97g3.2g+93.8g
Carbohydrates0g4.8g-4.8g
Fat2g3.3g-1.3g
Fiber0g0g0.0g
Sugar0g4.8g-4.8g
Sodium320mg44mg+276.0mg

Serving Size Comparison

All values above are per 100g. Here's how they compare in common serving sizes:

Whey Protein

Per 100g:417 calories
Per cup (150g):626 calories
Per serving (85g):354 calories

Milk

Per 100g:61 calories
Per cup (150g):92 calories
Per serving (85g):52 calories

Diet Compatibility

Whey Protein

Low-CarbHigh-ProteinVegetarian

Milk

Low-CarbLow-CalorieVegetarianLow-Sodium

When to Choose Whey Protein

  • Higher in protein (97g vs 3.2g)
  • More fiber (0g vs 0g)
  • Lower in carbs (0g vs 4.8g)
  • Less sugar (0g vs 4.8g)

Common Uses

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When to Choose Milk

  • Lower in calories (61 vs 417)
  • Lower sodium (44mg vs 320mg)

Common Uses

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