Body CompositionPerformanceRecoveryalias: wheyalias: whey proteinalias: protein powder
Composite Rating
3.9/5
Blends evidence depth, community direction, safety friction, and completeness.
Evidence Intensity
100/100
High depth from human/RCT/meta counts
Community Direction
27
Positive Lean • confidence Low
Safety Friction
100/100
High signal from adverse/interaction markers
Data Completeness
100%
Studies 24 • mentions 10 • links 128
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Implementation Blueprint
Goal alignment: Body Composition, Performance, Recovery.[107,276,352, etc.]
Effects of milk fat globule membrane ingestion with exercise on physical strength in healthy young adults: a randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition
Effects of resistance exercise and whey protein supplementation on cognitive function in older men: secondary analysis of a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Effects of resistance exercise and whey protein supplementation on skeletal muscle strength, mass, physical function, and hormonal and inflammatory biomarkers in healthy active older men: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
Effect of cysteine-rich whey protein (immunocal®) supplementation in combination with resistance training on muscle strength and lean body mass in non-frail elderly subjects: a randomized, double-blind controlled study.
Differential Responses of Blood Essential Amino Acid Levels Following Ingestion of High-Quality Plant-Based Protein Blends Compared to Whey Protein-A Double-Blind Randomized, Cross-Over, Clinical Trial.
Effects of a Six-Month Multi-Ingredient Nutrition Supplement Intervention of Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, vitamin D, Resveratrol, and Whey Protein on Cognitive Function in Older Adults: A Randomised, Double-Blind, Controlled Trial.
Whey Protein-Enriched and Carbohydrate-Rich Breakfasts Attenuate Insulinemic Responses to an ad libitum Lunch Relative to Extended Morning Fasting: A Randomized Crossover Trial.
Intake of whey isolate supplement and muscle mass gains in young healthy adults when combined with resistance training: a blinded randomized clinical trial (pilot study).
The Journal of sports medicine and physical fitness
Myofibrillar muscle protein synthesis rates subsequent to a meal in response to increasing doses of whey protein at rest and after resistance exercise.
Soy-Dairy Protein Blend or Whey Protein Isolate Ingestion Induces Similar Postexercise Muscle Mechanistic Target of Rapamycin Complex 1 Signaling and Protein Synthesis Responses in Older Men.
Effects of Whey Protein Supplement on 4-Week Resistance Exercise-Induced Improvements in Muscle Mass and Isokinetic Muscular Function under Dietary Control.
The Effect of Leucine-Enriched β-Lactoglobulin Versus an Isonitrogenous Whey Protein Isolate on Skeletal Muscle Protein Anabolism in Young Healthy Males.
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Bloating with whey protein (WPI) Just got gifted 2kg of Whey Protein Isolate (WPI) from a friend of mine. I want to finish this but for some reason it makes me feel constantly bloated. I think I'm going to just cope with it it out till I f…
Should I throw away my protein if it passed the "best before" date ? I have the largest(5kg?) Optimum nutrition whey protein that has a best before date of December 2025. The box is opened but the powder seems like its in good condition. N…
Has anyone noticed a change in BodyTech Whey Protein Isolate? I’ve been using this to supplement protein for several years. I got it because it used to mix perfectly smooth with just a spoon. Close to perfect macros for a whey powder and s…
Hello Everyone looking to get some advice on protein. So for me im 33 year old male looking to cut some weight i dont do anything crazy im in shape due to being in the US navy just need to cut more lbs. im debating on using one of these br…
My supplements stack (comments welcome) Me right now: 38 yrs old Male Goes to gym 3-4 times a week Job requires me to sit whole day Elevated uric acid Low in vit D Lactose intolerant I also have a scheduled half marathon on May 2026 and Hy…
My supplements stack (comments welcome) Me right now: 38 yrs old Male Goes to gym 3-4 times a week Job requires me to sit whole day Elevated uric acid Low in vit D Lactose intolerant I also have a scheduled half marathon on May 2026 and Hy…
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1. Protein supplementation augments resistance training adaptations: landmark MA of 49 RCTs
META_ANALYSIS • 2018 • Adults
49 RCTs with 1863 participants.
Outcome: Protein supplementation (avg 36 g/day) significantly increased 1-RM strength (+2.5 kg), fat-free mass (+0.3 kg), and muscle fiber cross-sectional area during RT.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 2. Whey protein and body composition: dose-response MA
META_ANALYSIS • 2020 • Adults
27 RCTs with 1214 adults.
Outcome: Whey protein significantly increased lean mass (+1.4 kg) and reduced fat mass (−1.2 kg); optimal dose ~30-40 g/day in combination with RT.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 3. Protein supplementation and muscle mass in older adults: MA
META_ANALYSIS • 2021 • Adults
22 RCTs with 1090 subjects aged ≥60.
Outcome: Protein supplementation with RT significantly increased lean mass and leg press strength in older adults; leucine content key determinant.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 4. PubMed evidence summary: Whey Protein Isolate
PUBMED • Humans + preclinical triage
Counts aggregated from automated literature sweep and tiering rules.
Open source 5. Effects of milk fat globule membrane ingestion with exercise on physical strength in healthy young adults: a randomized double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
PUBMED • 2025 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 40684312 from Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 6. Effects of resistance exercise and whey protein supplementation on cognitive function in older men: secondary analysis of a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
PUBMED • 2024 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 38844183 from Experimental gerontology.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 7. Effects of resistance exercise and whey protein supplementation on skeletal muscle strength, mass, physical function, and hormonal and inflammatory biomarkers in healthy active older men: a randomised, double-blind, placebo-controlled trial.
PUBMED • 2022 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 34896568 from Experimental gerontology.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 8. Protein-based oral rehydration solutions for patients with an ileostomy: A randomised, double-blinded crossover study.
PUBMED • 2024 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 38850996 from Clinical nutrition (Edinburgh, Scotland).
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 9. Effect of cysteine-rich whey protein (immunocal®) supplementation in combination with resistance training on muscle strength and lean body mass in non-frail elderly subjects: a randomized, double-blind controlled study.
PUBMED • 2015 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 25923482 from The journal of nutrition, health & aging.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 10. Differential Responses of Blood Essential Amino Acid Levels Following Ingestion of High-Quality Plant-Based Protein Blends Compared to Whey Protein-A Double-Blind Randomized, Cross-Over, Clinical Trial.
PUBMED • 2019 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 31817691 from Nutrients.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 11. Whey protein ingestion activates mTOR-dependent signalling after resistance exercise in young men: a double-blinded randomized controlled trial.
PUBMED • 2009 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 22253983 from Nutrients.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 12. Protein Supplementation Does Not Affect Myogenic Adaptations to Resistance Training.
PUBMED • 2017 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 28346813 from Medicine and science in sports and exercise.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 13. Effects of a Six-Month Multi-Ingredient Nutrition Supplement Intervention of Omega-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids, vitamin D, Resveratrol, and Whey Protein on Cognitive Function in Older Adults: A Randomised, Double-Blind, Controlled Trial.
PUBMED • 2018 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 29972210 from The journal of prevention of Alzheimer's disease.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 14. Supplementation with a whey protein hydrolysate enhances recovery of muscle force-generating capacity following eccentric exercise.
PUBMED • 2010 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 18768358 from Journal of science and medicine in sport.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 15. Whole blood and mononuclear cell glutathione response to dietary whey protein supplementation in sedentary and trained male human subjects.
PUBMED • 2004 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 14985185 from International journal of food sciences and nutrition.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 16. An open-label dose-response study of lymphocyte glutathione levels in healthy men and women receiving pressurized whey protein isolate supplements.
PUBMED • 2007 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 17710587 from International journal of food sciences and nutrition.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 17. Increased carbohydrate oxidation after ingesting carbohydrate with added protein.
PUBMED • 2008 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 18408607 from Medicine and science in sports and exercise.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 18. Whey Protein-Enriched and Carbohydrate-Rich Breakfasts Attenuate Insulinemic Responses to an ad libitum Lunch Relative to Extended Morning Fasting: A Randomized Crossover Trial.
PUBMED • 2023 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 37557957 from The Journal of nutrition.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 19. Intake of whey isolate supplement and muscle mass gains in young healthy adults when combined with resistance training: a blinded randomized clinical trial (pilot study).
PUBMED • 2020 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 31565912 from The Journal of sports medicine and physical fitness.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 20. Myofibrillar muscle protein synthesis rates subsequent to a meal in response to increasing doses of whey protein at rest and after resistance exercise.
PUBMED • 2014 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 24257722 from The American journal of clinical nutrition.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 21. Effect of whey protein and a free amino acid mixture simulating whey protein on measures of satiety in normal-weight women.
PUBMED • 2016 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 27809945 from The British journal of nutrition.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 22. Leucine, Not Total Protein, Content of a Supplement Is the Primary Determinant of Muscle Protein Anabolic Responses in Healthy Older Women.
PUBMED • 2018 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 29901760 from The Journal of nutrition.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 23. Soy-Dairy Protein Blend or Whey Protein Isolate Ingestion Induces Similar Postexercise Muscle Mechanistic Target of Rapamycin Complex 1 Signaling and Protein Synthesis Responses in Older Men.
PUBMED • 2016 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 27798330 from The Journal of nutrition.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 24. Acute load-dependent effects of oral whey protein on gastric emptying, gut hormone release, glycemia, appetite, and energy intake in healthy men.
PUBMED • 2015 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 26537944 from The American journal of clinical nutrition.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 25. Effects of Whey Protein Supplement on 4-Week Resistance Exercise-Induced Improvements in Muscle Mass and Isokinetic Muscular Function under Dietary Control.
PUBMED • 2023 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 36839361 from Nutrients.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 26. A Randomized Controlled Crossover Lifestyle Intervention to Improve Metabolic and Mental Health in Female Healthcare Night-Shift Workers.
PUBMED • 2025 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 41228416 from Nutrients.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 27. The Effects of Protein and Carbohydrate Supplementation, with and without Creatine, on Occupational Performance in Firefighters.
PUBMED • 2023 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 38140393 from Nutrients.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 28. The Effect of Leucine-Enriched β-Lactoglobulin Versus an Isonitrogenous Whey Protein Isolate on Skeletal Muscle Protein Anabolism in Young Healthy Males.
PUBMED • 2025 • Human evidence curation set
PMID 41228483 from Nutrients.
Outcome: See linked PubMed abstract for methods and outcomes.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 29. The Influence of Whey Protein on Muscle Strength, Glycemic Control and Functional Tasks in Older Adults with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus in a Resistance Exercise Program: Randomized and Triple Blind Clinical Trial.
RCT • 2023 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 37239618 from International journal of environmental research and public health.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 30. Acute effects of whey protein isolate on blood pressure, vascular function and inflammatory markers in overweight postmenopausal women.
RCT • 2011 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 21272399 from The British journal of nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 31. Effects of whey protein isolate on body composition, lipids, insulin and glucose in overweight and obese individuals.
RCT • 2010 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 20377924 from The British journal of nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 32. Effects of Whey Protein Isolate on Body Composition, Muscle Mass, and Strength of Chronic Heart Failure Patients: A Randomized Clinical Trial.
RCT • 2023 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 37242203 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 33. Greater stimulation of myofibrillar protein synthesis with ingestion of whey protein isolate v. micellar casein at rest and after resistance exercise in elderly men.
RCT • 2012 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 22289570 from The British journal of nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 34. The effect of meal replacements high in glycomacropeptide on weight loss and markers of cardiovascular disease risk.
RCT • 2008 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 18541546 from The American journal of clinical nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 35. No Significant Differences in Muscle Growth and Strength Development When Consuming Soy and Whey Protein Supplements Matched for Leucine Following a 12 Week Resistance Training Program in Men and Women: A Randomized Trial.
RCT • 2020 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 32486007 from International journal of environmental research and public health.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 36. Krill Protein Hydrolysate Provides High Absorption Rate for All Essential Amino Acids-A Randomized Control Cross-Over Trial.
RCT • 2021 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 34579064 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 37. Supplementation with Whey Protein, Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Polyphenols Combined with Electrical Muscle Stimulation Increases Muscle Strength in Elderly Adults with Limited Mobility: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
RCT • 2020 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 32585837 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 38. Effects of Whey Protein Supplementation on Aortic Stiffness, Cerebral Blood Flow, and Cognitive Function in Community-Dwelling Older Adults: Findings from the ANCHORS A-WHEY Clinical Trial.
RCT • 2020 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 32290271 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 39. Comparative Assessment of the Acute Effects of Whey, Rice and Potato Protein Isolate Intake on Markers of Glycaemic Regulation and Appetite in Healthy Males Using a Randomised Study Design.
RCT • 2021 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 34201703 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 40. Plasma Free Amino Acid Responses to Whey Protein and Their Relationships with Gastric Emptying, Blood Glucose- and Appetite-Regulatory Hormones and Energy Intake in Lean Healthy Men.
RCT • 2019 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 31618863 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 41. Effects of a Long Chain n-3 Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid-rich Multi-ingredient Nutrition Supplement on Body Composition and Physical Function in Older Adults with Low Skeletal Muscle Mass.
RCT • 2022 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 33759678 from Journal of dietary supplements.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 8.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 42. Whey protein supplementation 2 hours after a lower protein breakfast restores plasma essential amino acid availability comparable to a higher protein breakfast in overweight adults.
RCT • 2017 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 29241582 from Nutrition research (New York, N.Y.).
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.9/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 43. The Effect of Whey and Soy Protein Isolates on Cognitive Function in Older Australians with Low Vitamin B(12): A Randomised Controlled Crossover Trial.
RCT • 2018 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 30577611 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.9/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 44. Postexercise Dietary Leucine Retention for Whole-Body Anabolism Is Greater With Whey Protein Isolate and Fish-Derived Protein Hydrolysate Than Nonessential Amino Acids in Trained Young Men.
RCT • 2025 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 39527951 from International journal of sport nutrition and exercise metabolism.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.8/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 45. [Whey protein and caseinate supplementation in oncological patients undergoing elective surgery for the modification of functional capacity].
RCT • 2023 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 36880717 from Nutricion hospitalaria.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.8/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 46. Appetite, food intake, and gut hormone responses to glycomacropeptide protein ingestion in older adults: A feasibility, acceptability, and pilot study.
RCT • 2024 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 38795943 from Appetite.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.8/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 47. Effects of the maize-derived protein zein, and the milk proteins casein, whey, and α-lactalbumin, on subjective measures of satiety and food intake in normal-weight young men.
RCT • 2023 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 36216216 from Appetite.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.8/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 48. Influence of food matrix delivery system on the bioavailability of vitamin D(3): A randomized crossover trial in postmenopausal women.
RCT • 2023 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 36563435 from Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.).
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.8/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 49. The effects of 8 weeks of whey or rice protein supplementation on body composition and exercise performance.
RCT • 2013 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 23782948 from Nutrition journal.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.8/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 50. Whey protein isolate supplementation improves body composition, muscle strength, and treatment tolerance in malnourished advanced cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
RCT • 2019 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 31568698 from Cancer medicine.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.7/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 51. Changes in 24-h energy expenditure, substrate oxidation, and body composition following resistance exercise and a high protein diet via whey protein supplementation in healthy older men.
RCT • 2022 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 37815091 from Physiological reports.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.7/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 52. Change of some oxidative stress parameters after supplementation with whey protein isolate in patients with type 2 diabetes.
RCT • 2020 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 32065880 from Nutrition (Burbank, Los Angeles County, Calif.).
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.7/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 53. Presleep Protein Supplementation Does Not Improve Recovery During Consecutive Days of Intense Endurance Training: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
RCT • 2019 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 30632413 from International journal of sport nutrition and exercise metabolism.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.7/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 54. Impact of whey protein isolate and eccentric training on quadriceps mass and strength in patients with anterior cruciate ligament rupture: A randomized controlled trial.
RCT • 2020 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 32152642 from Journal of rehabilitation medicine.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.7/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 55. Effect of whey protein isolate on rehydration after exercise.
RCT • 2014 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 24500112 from Amino acids.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 56. Effect of whey protein and glycomacropeptide on measures of satiety in normal-weight adult women.
RCT • 2014 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 24698990 from Appetite.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 57. Whey protein isolate improves vitamin B(12) and folate status in elderly Australians with subclinical deficiency of vitamin B(12).
RCT • 2017 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 27981743 from Molecular nutrition & food research.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 58. The effect of post-exercise drink macronutrient content on appetite and energy intake.
RCT • 2014 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 25049135 from Appetite.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 59. Skeletal muscle adaptation to immobilization and subsequent retraining in elderly men: No effect of anti-inflammatory medication.
RCT • 2016 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 27235849 from Experimental gerontology.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 60. Biochemical and clinical effects of Whey protein supplementation in Parkinson's disease: A pilot study.
RCT • 2016 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 27423583 from Journal of the neurological sciences.
Outcome: Study design: CONTROLLED_TRIAL. Quality score: 7.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 61. Acute effects of whey protein isolate on cardiovascular risk factors in overweight, post-menopausal women.
RCT • 2010 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 20561625 from Atherosclerosis.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.5/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 62. The influence of whey protein and glycomacropeptide on satiety in adult humans.
RCT • 2009 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 18948128 from Physiology & behavior.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.5/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 63. The effects of soy and whey protein supplementation on acute hormonal reponses to resistance exercise in men.
RCT • 2013 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 24015701 from Journal of the American College of Nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.5/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 64. Changes in antioxidant status and cardiovascular risk factors of overweight young men after six weeks supplementation of whey protein isolate and resistance training.
RCT • 2012 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 22889987 from Appetite.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.5/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 65. Improved glutathione status in young adult patients with cystic fibrosis supplemented with whey protein.
RCT • 2003 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 15463873 from Journal of cystic fibrosis : official journal of the European Cystic Fibrosis Society.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.5/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 66. Systemic indices of skeletal muscle damage and recovery of muscle function after exercise: effect of combined carbohydrate-protein ingestion.
RCT • 2009 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 19767814 from Applied physiology, nutrition, and metabolism = Physiologie appliquee, nutrition et metabolisme.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.5/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 67. Glycomacropeptide (GMP) is not critical to whey-induced satiety, but may have a unique role in energy intake regulation through cholecystokinin (CCK).
RCT • 2008 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 17964616 from Physiology & behavior.
Outcome: Study design: RCT. Quality score: 7.5/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 68. Open-labeled pilot study of cysteine-rich whey protein isolate supplementation for nonalcoholic steatohepatitis patients.
RCT • 2009 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 19638084 from Journal of gastroenterology and hepatology.
Outcome: Study design: CONTROLLED_TRIAL. Quality score: 7.5/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 69. Protein intake and postprandial hyperglycemia in children and adolescents with type 1 diabetes mellitus, a pilot study.
RCT • 2023 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 36905921 from Diabetes & metabolic syndrome.
Outcome: Study design: CONTROLLED_TRIAL. Quality score: 7.4/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 70. Dose response of whey protein isolate in addition to a typical mixed meal on blood amino acids and hormonal concentrations.
RCT • 2014 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 24225595 from International journal of sport nutrition and exercise metabolism.
Outcome: Study design: CONTROLLED_TRIAL. Quality score: 6.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 71. Sensory-Driven Development of Protein-Enriched Rye Bread and Cream Cheese for the Nutritional Demands of Older Adults.
COHORT • 2018 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 30071689 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: COHORT. Quality score: 5.9/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 72. Bioactive whey peptide particles: An emerging class of nutraceutical carriers.
PUBMED • 2018 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 28001086 from Critical reviews in food science and nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: NARRATIVE_REVIEW. Quality score: 5.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 73. Encapsulation of probiotic bacteria in biopolymeric system.
PUBMED • 2013 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 23768183 from Critical reviews in food science and nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: NARRATIVE_REVIEW. Quality score: 5.5/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 74. Effects of whey protein isolate on the human gut microbiota and intestinal function in older adults.
PUBMED • 2026 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 41317857 from Journal of dairy science.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 5.3/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 75. Cysteine-Rich Whey Protein Isolate (CR-WPI) Ameliorates Erectile Dysfunction by Diminishing Oxidative Stress via DDAH/ADMA/NOS Pathway.
PUBMED • 2022 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 35355865 from Oxidative medicine and cellular longevity.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 5.2/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 76. Microencapsulation of probiotic lactobacilli with shellac as moisture barrier and to allow controlled release.
PUBMED • 2021 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 32706117 from Journal of the science of food and agriculture.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 5.2/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 77. Effect of whey protein isolate on strength, body composition and muscle hypertrophy during resistance training.
PUBMED • 2008 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 18090657 from Current opinion in clinical nutrition and metabolic care.
Outcome: Study design: NARRATIVE_REVIEW. Quality score: 5.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 78. Impact of whey protein coating incorporated with Bifidobacterium and Lactobacillus on sliced ham properties.
PUBMED • 2018 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 29413672 from Meat science.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 5.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 79. Polysaccharides, proteins, and their complex as microencapsulation carriers for delivery of probiotics: A review on carrier types and encapsulation techniques.
PUBMED • 2023 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 37172705 from International journal of biological macromolecules.
Outcome: Study design: NARRATIVE_REVIEW. Quality score: 5.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 80. Application of whey protein isolate in bone regeneration: Effects on growth and osteogenic differentiation of bone-forming cells.
PUBMED • 2018 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 29128214 from Journal of dairy science.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 5.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 81. Plant Proteins and Exercise: What Role Can Plant Proteins Have in Promoting Adaptations to Exercise?
PUBMED • 2021 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 34200501 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: NARRATIVE_REVIEW. Quality score: 5.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 82. Survival in food systems of Lactobacillus rhamnosus R011 microentrapped in whey protein gel particles.
PUBMED • 2007 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 17995889 from Journal of food science.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 5.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 83. Inulin-Based Prebiotic Delivery System Enhances Gut Microbiota Modulation to Alleviate Enteric Infections.
PUBMED • 2025 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 40900031 from Journal of agricultural and food chemistry.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.9/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 84. Biointerfacial supramolecular self-assembly of whey protein isolate nanofibrils on probiotic surface to enhance survival and application to 3D printing dysphagia foods.
PUBMED • 2024 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 39106754 from Food chemistry.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.9/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 85. Potential of jackfruit inner skin fibre for encapsulation of probiotics on their stability against adverse conditions.
PUBMED • 2023 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 37429933 from Scientific reports.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.9/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 86. Whey protein isolate modulates beta-carotene bioaccessibility depending on gastro-intestinal digestion conditions.
PUBMED • 2019 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 31006454 from Food chemistry.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.8/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 87. Whey protein isolate or concentrate combined with concurrent training does not augment performance, cardiorespiratory fitness, or strength adaptations.
PUBMED • 2020 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 32141277 from The Journal of sports medicine and physical fitness.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.8/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 88. Endothelialization of Whey Protein Isolate-Based Scaffolds for Tissue Regeneration.
PUBMED • 2023 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 37894531 from Molecules (Basel, Switzerland).
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 89. Effects of Whey Protein Supplementation on Inflammatory Marker Concentrations in Older Adults.
PUBMED • 2023 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 37764864 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 90. Theabrownin/whey protein isolate complex coacervate strengthens C(2)C(12) cell proliferation via modulation of energy metabolism and mitochondrial apoptosis.
PUBMED • 2024 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 39561831 from International journal of biological macromolecules.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 91. Resistance exercise enhances myofibrillar protein synthesis with graded intakes of whey protein in older men.
PUBMED • 2012 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 22313809 from The British journal of nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 92. Is ad libitum energy intake in overweight subjects reproducible in laboratory studies using the preload paradigm?
PUBMED • 2010 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 20571497 from European journal of clinical nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 93. Oral Tolerance Induction to Newly Introduced Allergen is Favored by a Transforming Growth Factor-β-Enriched Formula.
PUBMED • 2019 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 31540231 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.5/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 94. Readily Available Oral Prebiotic Protein Reactive Oxygen Species Nanoscavengers for Synergistic Therapy of Inflammation and Fibrosis in Inflammatory Bowel Disease.
PUBMED • 2024 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 38740518 from ACS nano.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.3/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 95. In situ construction, characterization, and bioavailability of nano-iron oxide-whey protein isolate amyloid fibrils carriers.
PUBMED • 2026 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 41703834 from Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.).
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.3/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 96. Controllable preparation of whey protein isolate fibrils-oxidized dextran covalent complex as a delivery vehicle for enhancing iron bioavailability.
PUBMED • 2026 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 41703854 from Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.).
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.3/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 97. Stabilization mechanisms, cell density, and survival of probiotic encapsulation prepared with thiolated hyaluronic acid-whey protein complex: For potential colon targeting probiotic delivery system.
PUBMED • 2026 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 41703890 from Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.).
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.3/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 98. Development of whey protein isolate-phytosterols complexes stabilized oil-in-water emulsion for β-carotene protection and delivery.
PUBMED • 2022 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 36076469 from Food research international (Ottawa, Ont.).
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.2/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 99. Lipid emulsion interfacial design modulates human in vivo digestion and satiation hormone response.
PUBMED • 2022 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 35942900 from Food & function.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.2/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 100. [Nutritional labeling and amino acid profile in high protein Chilean dairy products: a new alternative for health and sports].
PUBMED • 2021 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 34044575 from Nutricion hospitalaria.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.2/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 101. Cereal bars functionalized through Bifidobacterium animalis subsp. lactis BB-12 and inulin incorporated in edible coatings of whey protein isolate or alginate.
PUBMED • 2019 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 31588471 from Food & function.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.2/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 102. Improved Viability of Microencapsulated Probiotics in a Freeze-Dried Banana Powder During Storage and Under Simulated Gastrointestinal Tract.
PUBMED • 2019 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 30232746 from Probiotics and antimicrobial proteins.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.2/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 103. Effects of whey protein and its two major protein components on satiety and food intake in normal-weight women.
PUBMED • 2017 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 28389248 from Physiology & behavior.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 104. Effects of Preoperative Isokinetic Eccentric Training and Whey Protein Isolate Supplement on Quadriceps Strength and Knee Function in Patients with Anterior Cruciate Ligament Rupture.
PUBMED • 2017 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 29338824 from Zhongguo yi xue ke xue yuan xue bao. Acta Academiae Medicinae Sinicae.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 105. Dietary α-lactalbumin supplementation alleviates normocaloric western diet-induced glucose intolerance in Göttingen minipigs.
PUBMED • 2015 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 25594308 from Obesity (Silver Spring, Md.).
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 107. Designing excipient emulsions to increase nutraceutical bioavailability: emulsifier type influences curcumin stability and bioaccessibility by altering gastrointestinal fate.
PUBMED • 2015 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 26165514 from Food & function.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 108. Microencapsulated cells of Lactobacillus paracasei subsp. paracasei in biopolymer complex coacervates and their function in a yogurt matrix.
PUBMED • 2017 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 27935607 from Food & function.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 109. Dietary whey protein stimulates mitochondrial activity and decreases oxidative stress in mouse female brain.
ANIMAL • 2013 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 23748211 from Neuroscience letters.
Outcome: Study design: ANIMAL. Quality score: 4.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 110. Microentrapment of probiotic bacteria in a Ca(2+)-induced whey protein gel and effects on their viability in a dynamic gastro-intestinal model.
PUBMED • 2005 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 16401577 from Journal of microencapsulation.
Outcome: Study design: OTHER. Quality score: 4.0/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 111. A Human Milk-Based Protein Concentrate Developed for Preterm Infants Retains Bioactive Proteins and Supports Growth of Weanling Rats.
ANIMAL • 2021 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 33693847 from The Journal of nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: ANIMAL. Quality score: 3.8/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 112. Cysteine-rich whey protein isolate (Immunocal®) ameliorates deficits in the GFAP.HMOX1 mouse model of schizophrenia.
ANIMAL • 2017 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 28603087 from Free radical biology & medicine.
Outcome: Study design: ANIMAL. Quality score: 3.7/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 113. Dietary whey protein lowers the risk for metabolic disease in mice fed a high-fat diet.
ANIMAL • 2011 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 21310864 from The Journal of nutrition.
Outcome: Study design: ANIMAL. Quality score: 3.6/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 114. Research on the release and absorption regularities of free amino acids and peptides in vitro digestion of yeast protein.
IN_VITRO • 2025 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 40187327 from Food chemistry.
Outcome: Study design: IN_VITRO. Quality score: 3.4/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 115. In-vitro digestion of probiotic bacteria and omega-3 oil co-microencapsulated in whey protein isolate-gum Arabic complex coacervates.
IN_VITRO • 2017 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 28274412 from Food chemistry.
Outcome: Study design: IN_VITRO. Quality score: 3.2/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 116. Whey protein isolate enrichment attenuates manganese-induced oxidative stress and neurotoxicity in Drosophila melanogaster: Relevance to Parkinson's disease.
ANIMAL • 2017 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 28950660 from Biomedicine & pharmacotherapy = Biomedecine & pharmacotherapie.
Outcome: Study design: ANIMAL. Quality score: 3.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 117. Probiotic Milk and Oat Beverages with Increased Protein Content: Survival of Probiotic Bacteria Under Simulated In Vitro Digestion Conditions.
IN_VITRO • 2024 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 39519506 from Nutrients.
Outcome: Study design: IN_VITRO. Quality score: 3.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]
Open source 118. Impact of whey proteins on the systemic and local intestinal level of mice with diet induced obesity.
ANIMAL • 2017 • PubMed indexed study
PMID 28382342 from Food & function.
Outcome: Study design: ANIMAL. Quality score: 3.1/10.[1575,1611,1669, etc.]