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Whey protein powder calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of whey protein powder contains 352 calories, with 78.1 g of protein, 6.3 g of carbohydrate and 1.6 g of fat. It provides 3.1 g of fiber per 100 g. Most of its calories come from protein.
Where the calories come from
Protein 89% Carbs 7% Fat 4%
How whey protein powder compares
Per 100 g, against the closest drinks in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whey protein powder | 352 kcal | 78.1 g | 6.3 g | 1.6 g |
| Abbott Eas whey protein powder | 385 kcal | 66.7 g | 18 g | 5.1 g |
| Whey protein isolate powder | 359 kcal | 58.1 g | 29.1 g | 1.2 g |
| Soy protein powder | 388 kcal | 55.6 g | 28.9 g | 5.6 g |
| High protein nutritional shake mix, powdered | 392 kcal | 53.6 g | 20.4 g | 10.7 g |
Nutrition facts for whey protein powder
| Nutrient | Per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 352 kcal |
| Protein | 78.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.3 g |
| Fat | 1.6 g |
| Fiber | 3.1 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g |
| Salt | 0.4 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in whey protein powder
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Riboflavin (B2) | 2 mg | 155% |
| Phosphorus | 1321 mg | 106% |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 µg | 102% |
| Zinc | 6.2 mg | 56% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.61 mg | 51% |
| Selenium | 26.7 µg | 49% |
| Magnesium | 195 mg | 46% |
| Choline | 224 mg | 41% |
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Calories in common whey protein powder servings
How many calories in a portion of whey protein powder — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ⅓ cup (32 g) | 113 kcal | 25 g | 2 g | 1 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 352 kcal | 78 g | 6 g | 2 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in whey protein powder?
Whey protein powder has 352 calories per 100 grams.
How much protein is in whey protein powder?
Whey protein powder contains 78.1 g of protein per 100 g.
Is whey protein powder low in carbs?
Yes by the numbers: Whey protein powder has 6.3 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. People following low-carb or keto approaches often include foods in this range — portion size and your own plan still decide.
Is whey protein powder a good source of protein?
Whey protein powder provides 78.1 g of protein per 100 g — about 89% of its calories come from protein.
How much fiber does whey protein powder have?
Whey protein powder has 3.1 g of fiber per 100 g. Reference intakes for adults are around 25-30 g of fiber per day, so it contributes meaningfully.
Are these whey protein powder calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
Related foods
Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #173180 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
