Whey Protein

Origin of Ingredient

cheese/dairy processing

History of Ingredient

Whey Protein moved from food, biochemical or specialist use into modern supplements as purification, fermentation, extraction and standardisation technologies developed.

Scientific Makeup of Ingredient

beta-lactoglobulin, alpha-lactalbumin and other whey proteins rich in essential amino acids

UK Legal Claim

• Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass.
• Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass.
• Protein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones. Conditions: Finished food must meet the conditions for the nutrition claim 'source of protein'.

EU Legal Claim

• Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass.
• Protein contributes to the maintenance of muscle mass.
• Protein contributes to the maintenance of normal bones. Conditions: Finished food must meet the conditions for the nutrition claim 'source of protein'.

US Legal Claim

FDA does not pre-approve ordinary dietary-supplement structure/function claims. Example for regulatory review only (NOT FDA-approved wording): “Supports exercise performance and/or recovery.” The marketer must hold substantiation, avoid disease claims, use the DSHEA disclaimer and notify FDA within 30 days after first marketing.

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August 24, 2024

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