Calories in whey protein
1 scoop of whey protein (30 g) has 120 calories, with 24 g of protein, 2.4 g of carbs and 1.8 g of fat. That's 400 calories per 100 g.
| Nutrition | 1 scoop (30 g) | 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 kcal | 400 kcal |
| Protein | 24 g | 80 g |
| Carbs | 2.4 g | 8 g |
| Fat | 1.8 g | 6 g |
| Fibre | 0 g | 0 g |
Figures are from typical pack labels sold in India, where it's listed as “Whey protein (generic)”. Brands and portions vary, so treat them as a good estimate.
Is whey protein good for a gym diet?
Lean protein: 20 g for every 100 calories. Few foods give you more for the calories, which makes a high protein target much easier to hit, especially while cutting.
Most of its calories come from protein (79%), then fat (13%) and carbs (8%).
Logging whey protein in GymSensei
Type or say “1 scoop of whey protein” and it's logged with the numbers above, no searching through lists. It also understands “protein shake”, “whey protein” and “protein powder”.
Similar foods
| Food | Portion | Calories | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| Egg white | 1 egg white (33 g) | 17 | 3.6 g |
| Chicken breast | 100 g | 165 | 31 g |
| Greek yogurt | 1 cup (150 g) | 89 | 15.3 g |
| Soya chunks | 1 handful (30 g) | 104 | 15.6 g |
| Tofu | 100 g | 144 | 17.3 g |
Updated . General fitness and nutrition guidance, not medical advice.
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