Whey Protein Interactions

1 documented interaction — 1 warning, 0 beneficial pairs.

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Interaction warnings

Whey Protein + iron

moderate

Whey protein contains calcium and bioactive peptides that can chelate iron in the gut and reduce its absorption. Studies in iron-fortified casein-whey drinks show calcium added with whey reduces iron absorption by approximately 18 to 27 percent.

Related ingredients

Ingredients commonly checked alongside Whey Protein.

Iron(1)
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