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'Straight out of a loveless, passion-free factory from Protein Inc': the best (and worst) protein powders

Whey protein powder is everywhere, but which ones will you savor and which will you choke down?

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The Guardian reports: Whey protein powder is everywhere, but which ones will you savor and which will you choke down?

It’s in everything from ice-cream to yogurt – yes, our protein has extra protein in it now. GLP-1 weight loss drugs are in part to blame; as Americans eat less overall, protein intake becomes more essential.

This lifestyle story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Straight, Protein Inc' and Guardian.

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United States · Americas
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