Protein concentrate is the least processed type of protein powder.
Although going through
less processing is usually viewed as a good thing or synonymous with being more
healthy, when it comes to whey protein, less processing results in whey protein
concentrate containing less protein per scoop. Instead they can be filled with other things like fat,
cholesterol, lactose and gluten. Protein concentrate offers less protein than
protein isolate and protein hydrolysate, so it’s usually the cheapest option of
the three.
If
you have a sensitive digestive system and are lactose-free or gluten-free, then
you should always check the ingredients in your protein concentrates to make
sure they’re not mixed with something that you shouldn’t consume