{"title":"Clear Whey Protein","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"nutra-bio-clear-whey-protein-isolate","title":"NutraBio Clear Whey Isolate — 20g Protein, 80 Calories, Mixes Like Fruit Juice","description":"\u003ch2\u003eNutraBio Clear Whey Isolate\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e20 grams of protein at 80 calories, under 1g of carbohydrate and zero sugar, in a powder that mixes clear and drinks like a fruit juice rather than a milkshake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNutraBio's label discloses something almost no other brand does, and it is worth understanding what it tells you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe number nobody else publishes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost protein labels state the protein content and stop there. NutraBio states both figures:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e23.64 grams of whey protein isolate (WPI90), yielding 20 grams of complete protein.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the raw material in and the protein out. WPI90 means the isolate is at least 90% protein by weight — so 23.64g of a 90% material yields roughly 21g, and the label conservatively claims 20.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhy does that matter? Because \u003cstrong\u003eit makes amino spiking impossible to hide.\u003c\/strong\u003e Amino spiking is the practice of adding cheap free-form amino acids like glycine or taurine to inflate nitrogen-based protein tests without supplying usable complete protein. It is explained in full on our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rule-one-r1-whey-blend-chocolate-fudge-28sv\"\u003eR1 Whey Blend page\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen a brand tells you the input weight, the material grade and the yield, the arithmetic has to work. NutraBio also publishes batch lab results by lot number at CheckMySupps, so you can verify the specific tub you bought.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow clear whey is made\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA normal whey shake is opaque and creamy because whey carries residual fat, lactose and compounds that scatter light. Clear whey removes them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNutraBio uses \u003cstrong\u003ecold-processed cross-flow ultra and microfiltration\u003c\/strong\u003e — a low-temperature, purely physical filtration process. Membranes with progressively finer pores separate the protein from fat, lactose and other components without heat or acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe low temperature is the important part. Heat denatures protein, unfolding it from its natural structure. Cross-flow filtration keeps the protein intact and produces a material pure enough to dissolve transparently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe by-product is that \u003cstrong\u003evirtually all lactose is removed\u003c\/strong\u003e, which makes this workable for most people who react to dairy protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy the calories are what they are\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eProtein contains roughly 4 calories per gram, so 20g of protein is 80 calories. \u003cstrong\u003eEvery calorie in this scoop comes from protein.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat is not a marketing claim, it is the arithmetic of a formula with no fat, no sugar and under a gram of carbohydrate. There is nothing else in there to contribute.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20g per scoop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhey protein isolate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e23.64g (WPI90)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt;1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSugar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProcessing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCold cross-flow ultra and microfiltration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmino spiking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConcentrate, maltodextrin, dextrose, creamers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFruit-based — Mango, Pineapple, Watermelon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains milk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePowder or ready-to-drink?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWe carry clear protein in both formats and they suit different situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutraBio Clear (powder)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20g \/ 80 cal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheapest per gram. Needs a shaker\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vertical-protein-rtd\"\u003eVertical Protein\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20g \/ 80 cal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReady to drink, no mixing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1st-phorm-phormula-1-clear-whey\"\u003ePhormula-1 Clear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22g \/ 90 cal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePowder, needs more water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIdentical macros between the NutraBio powder and the Vertical bottle. \u003cstrong\u003eThe powder is dramatically cheaper per serving; the bottle requires nothing but opening it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most people are best served keeping powder at home and a few bottles for the car.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to mix it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne scoop into 12 ounces of cold water,\u003c\/strong\u003e shaken 25 to 30 seconds. More water for a lighter drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCold water genuinely matters.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear proteins taste noticeably better cold and dissolve more cleanly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet it settle briefly.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear whey foams less than most amino products but a moment helps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use milk.\u003c\/strong\u003e The whole point is that it is not a milkshake, and fruit flavours in milk are unpleasant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce is an improvement.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is a drink, not a shake.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who struggles to finish creamy protein shakes — this is the fix rather than a compromise\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople cutting who want the maximum protein-to-calorie ratio available\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone lactose sensitive, since cross-flow filtration removes virtually all of it\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTraining in hot weather, where a fruit drink beats a milkshake outright\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who want the input weight and yield disclosed rather than a single number\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants to verify their specific batch by lot number\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a filling protein, this is the wrong tool. It is light by design and will not manage appetite the way \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rule-one-casein\"\u003ecasein\u003c\/a\u003e does — the gel casein forms in the stomach is the entire mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want to bake or cook with protein, clear whey does not work for that. A blend is the right choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want chocolate or vanilla, clear proteins are fruit-flavoured for a reason — creamy flavours need the body an opaque shake provides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt 20g per scoop it sits below the 25g of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nutra-bio-whey-isolate\"\u003eNutraBio's standard isolate\u003c\/a\u003e, which is also cheaper per gram of protein. Buy clear because you want the format, not because it is a better protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStack it with:\u003c\/strong\u003e creatine, which is unflavoured and disappears into it without affecting the taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is clear whey protein?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWhey isolate filtered thoroughly enough to dissolve transparently in water. Removing the fat, lactose and light-scattering compounds leaves a drink closer to fruit juice than a milkshake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does the label list 23.64g of isolate but 20g of protein?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBecause the isolate is WPI90 — at least 90% protein by weight. Disclosing both the input weight and the yield makes the arithmetic checkable and amino spiking impossible to hide. Almost no other brand publishes this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it only 80 calories?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nProtein is roughly 4 calories per gram, so 20g is 80 calories. With no fat, no sugar and under a gram of carbohydrate, there is nothing else contributing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it suitable for lactose intolerance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nCross-flow ultra and microfiltration removes virtually all lactose, so it suits most people who react to dairy protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are clear proteins always fruit flavoured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nChocolate and vanilla rely on the creamy body of an opaque shake and taste wrong in a transparent drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mix it with milk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. It defeats the purpose and fruit flavours in milk are unpleasant. Cold water, ideally with ice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fill me up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo, and that is the trade for being light. Casein is far better suited if appetite management is the goal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it better than regular whey isolate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNot better, different. NutraBio's standard isolate gives you 25g per scoop and costs less per gram. 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It mixes clear and drinks like a sports drink rather than a milkshake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy clear whey exists, and what makes it clear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eStandard whey is opaque because the protein molecules are large enough to scatter light. Clear whey uses \u003cstrong\u003ea specially processed whey isolate\u003c\/strong\u003e that stays dissolved and transparent in water instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical result is a completely different drinking experience. \u003cstrong\u003eA traditional shake is creamy, thick and filling.\u003c\/strong\u003e A clear whey is light, crisp and closer to a cordial or sports drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat difference matters more than it sounds, for two reasons:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSome people simply cannot face a creamy shake\u003c\/strong\u003e — first thing in the morning, in hot weather, or immediately after hard training when a thick drink is the last thing you want. A clear protein solves that\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIt doubles as hydration.\u003c\/strong\u003e With 300mg of electrolytes it works as a drink you sip rather than a shake you get through\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe 300mg of electrolytes is the differentiator\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is what separates Rule One's version from most clear wheys, and it is a sensible addition rather than a marketing one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrolytes — principally sodium, potassium and magnesium — govern fluid balance and are lost through sweat.\u003c\/strong\u003e A protein drink you are already sipping around training is a logical place to put them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt also changes what the product is for. Most protein powders are something you consume; this is something you drink through a session, which is a genuinely different use case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e20g rather than 25g — the honest reason\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClear wheys almost universally sit at 20g rather than the 25g standard, and there is a reason for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe specialised isolate that stays clear is more expensive, and there is a limit to how much protein you can dissolve in water while keeping it transparent.\u003c\/strong\u003e Push the concentration higher and it clouds, foams and stops being the product it is meant to be.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSo 20g is a constraint of the format rather than a corner cut. Worth knowing if you are counting precisely: \u003cstrong\u003ethis delivers 5g less protein than a standard isolate\u003c\/strong\u003e, and at 90 calories rather than 110.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOver 9g of EAAs from 20g of protein\u003c\/strong\u003e is a strong ratio, and those are naturally occurring in the whey rather than added — the distinction that separates real protein content from \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rule-one-r1-whey-blend-chocolate-fudge-28sv\"\u003eamino spiking\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20g, 100% whey isolate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e90\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFat, sugar, cholesterol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEAAs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOver 9g, naturally occurring\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eElectrolyte minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGluten\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCherry Limeade, Blue Raspberry, Peach Mango, Strawberry Lemonade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20 or 27\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllergen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMilk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e the flavours use artificial flavouring. If you avoid that, our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nutra-bio-clear-whey-protein-isolate\"\u003eNutraBio Clear Whey Isolate\u003c\/a\u003e is worth comparing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e⚠ Two things people get wrong with clear whey\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse cold water, and do not use milk.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear whey mixed with milk does not become a creamy shake — it curdles and looks unpleasant. These are formulated for water only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLet the foam settle.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear wheys foam considerably more than standard protein when shaken, because there is no fat to break the surface tension. Shake it, wait thirty seconds, then drink. Nothing is wrong with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow our clear proteins compare\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRule One Clear Isolate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20g \/ 90 cal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300mg electrolytes. Doubles as hydration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nutra-bio-clear-whey-protein-isolate\"\u003eNutraBio Clear Whey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20g \/ 80 cal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFull disclosure, anti-spiking arithmetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/1st-phorm-phormula-1-clear-whey\"\u003ePhormula-1 Clear\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e22g \/ 90 cal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydrolysed. Needs 14–16oz water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/vertical-protein-rtd\"\u003eVertical Protein\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20g \/ 80 cal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReady to drink, no mixing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRule One is the one to choose if you want the electrolytes\u003c\/strong\u003e — it is the only one of the four built to double as a training drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to mix it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne scoop into 10 to 12 ounces of cold water.\u003c\/strong\u003e More water than a standard shake — these are meant to be light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNever milk.\u003c\/strong\u003e It will curdle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLet the foam settle\u003c\/strong\u003e for half a minute after shaking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSip through training\u003c\/strong\u003e, or take it after. Both work, and the electrolytes make the former sensible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServe very cold.\u003c\/strong\u003e These are considerably better chilled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who finds creamy shakes heavy, especially in hot weather or straight after training\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who want protein and hydration in one drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone cutting — 20g of protein for 90 calories with zero fat and sugar\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who are lactose sensitive, since isolate removes most of it\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who has given up on protein powder because of the texture rather than the taste\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSipping through a long session rather than drinking a shake in one go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you want a filling, dessert-like shake, this is the opposite.\u003c\/strong\u003e A \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rule-1-source-7-protein\"\u003emulti-source blend\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rule-one-casein\"\u003ecasein\u003c\/a\u003e gives you that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are counting protein precisely, 20g is 5g below a standard isolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you avoid artificial flavouring, check the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou cannot bake with it or add it to oats.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear whey is designed to be dissolved in water and behaves badly anywhere else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have a milk allergy rather than lactose intolerance, no whey is suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want maximum protein per pound spent, a standard isolate is better value — the specialised processing here costs more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStack it with:\u003c\/strong\u003e creatine, which dissolves cleanly and will not cloud it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is it clear?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt uses a specially processed whey isolate that stays dissolved in water rather than scattering light the way standard whey does.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy only 20g of protein?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThere is a limit to how much protein dissolves in water while staying transparent — push it higher and it clouds and foams. 20g is a constraint of the format, not a shortcut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mix it with milk?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. It curdles. Clear wheys are formulated for water only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does it foam so much?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThere is no fat to break the surface tension. Shake it, wait about thirty seconds, then drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are the electrolytes for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n300mg of electrolyte minerals support fluid balance and replace what is lost in sweat, which makes this usable as a training drink rather than just a protein shake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for lactose intolerance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nGenerally yes — it is 100% whey isolate, which is filtered to remove most lactose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I bake with it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. Clear whey is designed to be dissolved in water and does not perform elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare to a normal protein shake?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nSame protein source, completely different experience — light and crisp like a sports drink rather than thick and creamy, at 20g and 90 calories.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rule One Proteins","offers":[{"title":"Peach Mango","offer_id":42096716939343,"sku":"RU0361","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Cherry Limeade","offer_id":42096716972111,"sku":"RU0364","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue Raspberry","offer_id":42096717004879,"sku":"RU0363","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Strawberry Lemonade","offer_id":42096717037647,"sku":"RU0362","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1009\/8986\/files\/App_-_2024-08-16T150814.471.png?v=1723954502"},{"product_id":"ryse-clear-whey-rtd","title":"RYSE Clear Whey RTD — Protein That Drinks Like Juice, Ready Mixed","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRYSE Clear Whey RTD\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA ready-to-drink clear whey protein — \u003cstrong\u003elight and fruity rather than creamy\u003c\/strong\u003e, with nothing to mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy clear whey exists, and the problem it solves\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a genuine format innovation rather than a gimmick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA thick, creamy, milkshake-style protein is unappealing at exactly the moment many people need protein\u003c\/strong\u003e — hot, sweaty and just finished training. Plenty of people skip their shake for that reason alone, or force it down without enjoying it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear whey drinks like a cold fruit juice.\u003c\/strong\u003e Light, refreshing, and something you actually want after a hard session or in warm weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe technical explanation:\u003c\/strong\u003e ordinary whey isolate is opaque because of how the protein scatters light. Clear whey uses a \u003cstrong\u003especially processed isolate — usually hydrolysed to some degree — that stays clear in solution\u003c\/strong\u003e and does not thicken. That processing is why clear whey generally costs more than standard isolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the format genuinely wins\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmediately after training\u003c\/strong\u003e, when a creamy shake is the last thing you want\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHot weather\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the same applies\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone who finds dairy shakes heavy\u003c\/strong\u003e — clear whey typically sits lighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone bored of shakes\u003c\/strong\u003e after months of them, where a change is what keeps you consistent\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAlongside a meal\u003c\/strong\u003e, where a milkshake would be too filling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsistency is what determines whether protein supplementation works\u003c\/strong\u003e, and format is a large part of consistency. That is a reasonable thing to pay for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAn RTD is convenience, and that is fine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA ready-to-drink protein costs more per gram than the equivalent powder.\u003c\/strong\u003e Always. You are paying for the bottle, the liquid and not having to do anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWorth it when:\u003c\/strong\u003e you are training away from home, commuting, travelling, or the honest alternative is skipping the protein entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot worth it when:\u003c\/strong\u003e you are at home with a shaker and thirty seconds to spare. \u003cstrong\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nutra-bio-clear-whey-protein-isolate\"\u003eclear whey powder\u003c\/a\u003e does the same job for considerably less\u003c\/strong\u003e, and buying both — powder for home, RTDs for the bag — is the sensible approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClear whey isolate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight and fruity, not creamy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFat and carbohydrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTypically very low\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚠ Allergen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContains milk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear whey is generally very low in fat and carbohydrate\u003c\/strong\u003e, since the processing removes most of what is not protein. That makes it one of the leaner protein formats per calorie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it fits in our protein range\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRYSE Clear Whey RTD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReady to drink\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMost convenient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nutra-bio-clear-whey-protein-isolate\"\u003eNutraBio Clear Whey\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20g \/ 100 cal powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame format, cheaper\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/allmax-isoflex\"\u003eALLMAX IsoFlex\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e27g pure isolate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighest protein per serving\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/nutra-bio-whey-isolate\"\u003eNutraBio Whey Isolate\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25g \/ 120 cal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEveryday choice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to take it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChilled.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear whey is considerably better cold, and the format depends on it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAny time.\u003c\/strong\u003e The post-workout window is measured in hours rather than minutes, so total daily protein matters far more than timing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAim for 1.6 to 2.2g of protein per kg of bodyweight daily.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpect some foaming if shaken\u003c\/strong\u003e — normal for whey, and it settles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who dislikes creamy shakes after training\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople training in hot weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone bored of milkshake-style protein\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who train away from home and want nothing to mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who finds dairy shakes sit heavily\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople counting calories, since clear whey is very lean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone at home with a shaker.\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nutra-bio-clear-whey-protein-isolate\"\u003epowder version\u003c\/a\u003e is the same thing for considerably less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone optimising cost per gram of protein.\u003c\/strong\u003e RTDs are the most expensive way to buy protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone who wants a filling, dessert-like shake.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear whey is light by design — \u003ca href=\"\/products\/core-nutritionals-puddin\"\u003ea protein pudding\u003c\/a\u003e is the opposite end of that spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone with a milk allergy. Lactose intolerance is different, and clear whey is usually well tolerated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNot for anyone under 18 without medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStack it with:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nutra-bio-creatine\"\u003ecreatine\u003c\/a\u003e, taken separately since it will not dissolve into a bottle you cannot shake properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is clear whey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA specially processed whey isolate, usually hydrolysed to some degree, that stays clear in solution rather than turning opaque and thick.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does it taste like juice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nBecause it does not thicken or turn creamy. The protein stays in clear solution, so it drinks like a cold fruit drink rather than a milkshake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it as good as regular whey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is whey isolate, so the protein is the same quality. It is generally leaner in fat and carbohydrate, and it costs more because of the processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy buy the RTD over the powder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nConvenience only. The powder is the same thing for considerably less — buy RTDs for the bag and powder for home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it need to be cold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, considerably better chilled. The whole appeal of the format depends on it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I have it if I'm lactose intolerant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nUsually yes, since clear whey has most of the lactose removed. A milk allergy is a different matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen should I drink it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nAny time. Total daily protein matters far more than timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does it foam?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWhey foams when shaken. 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It is a clear protein — closer to a fruit drink than a milkshake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf protein shakes feel too heavy, this is the category that solves it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat \"clear whey\" actually is\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis confuses people, so here is the explanation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eA normal protein shake is opaque and creamy because whey concentrate and isolate contain residual fats, lactose and undenatured protein structures that scatter light and produce that texture. That is what makes a shake feel like a shake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClear whey uses a highly filtered whey isolate processed so it dissolves transparently in water.\u003c\/strong\u003e Strip out the fat, the lactose and the compounds causing cloudiness, and what remains is protein in solution — which looks and drinks like a flavoured water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat is also why \u003cstrong\u003eclear proteins are always fruit-flavoured.\u003c\/strong\u003e Chocolate and vanilla need the creamy body an opaque shake provides; they taste wrong in a transparent drink. Fruit flavours suit the format, which is why every clear protein on the market runs berry, citrus and tropical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy the macros are all zeros\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e80 calories from 20 grams of protein is essentially the theoretical floor. Protein contains 4 calories per gram, so 20g is 80 calories — meaning \u003cstrong\u003eevery calorie in this bottle comes from protein\u003c\/strong\u003e and nothing else.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat is only possible with a highly refined isolate. Zero sugar, zero carbohydrate, zero fat is not a marketing flourish here; it is the arithmetic of the filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor comparison, a typical opaque RTD protein shake runs 140 to 170 calories for a similar protein content, because of the fat and carbohydrate that come with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe relaunch: naturally sweetened\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eVertical relaunched in 2026 with the same protein and calories but a changed sweetener system. The current formula uses \u003cstrong\u003emonk fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, with no artificial sweeteners, colours or flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThat is a meaningful change in this category. Clear proteins are typically sucralose-sweetened, and monk fruit avoids that without the bitterness stevia can bring — which matters more in a transparent drink where there is nowhere for an aftertaste to hide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs (per 12oz bottle)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProtein\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20g, whey isolate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalories\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSugar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweetener\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonk fruit (current formula)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtificial colours \/ flavours \/ sweeteners\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone (current formula)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavours\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBerry Blitz, Cherry Lime, Tropical Crush, Watermelon Wave, Lemon Ice, Razz Lemonade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere it fits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAfter training when you cannot face a shake.\u003c\/strong\u003e The most common reason people buy clear protein — a creamy shake after hard conditioning is genuinely unappealing to a lot of people\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn summer,\u003c\/strong\u003e where a cold fruit drink beats a milkshake outright\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen cutting.\u003c\/strong\u003e 20g of protein for 80 calories is about as efficient as protein gets\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAs a soda replacement\u003c\/strong\u003e that happens to deliver 20g of protein\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravel and work,\u003c\/strong\u003e since there is no shaker, no powder and no mixing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCombat sports and endurance athletes,\u003c\/strong\u003e where heavy dairy shakes sit badly around training\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHonest notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20g is slightly below a full protein powder serving.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most isolates deliver 24 to 25g. If you are counting precisely, note the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is not filling.\u003c\/strong\u003e The properties that make it light also mean it does not satisfy hunger the way a thick shake does. If you use protein to manage appetite, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rule-one-casein\"\u003ecasein\u003c\/a\u003e does that job far better — the gel it forms in the stomach is the entire mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady-to-drink costs more per gram of protein than powder.\u003c\/strong\u003e Always. You are paying for water, a bottle and convenience. That is a fair trade if convenience is what you need, and a poor one if you are just buying protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who dislikes creamy protein shakes — this is the fix, not a compromise\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople cutting who want maximum protein per calorie\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone lactose sensitive, since a highly filtered isolate removes essentially all of it\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who want no artificial sweeteners in a ready-to-drink\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who wants protein without carrying a shaker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf cost per gram of protein matters, buy powder. \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nutra-bio-whey-isolate\"\u003eNutraBio Isolate\u003c\/a\u003e gives you 25g for a fraction of the price and mixes clear-ish in water if that is the appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a protein that keeps you full, this is the wrong tool. Casein or a blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a meal replacement, 80 calories is not one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContains milk. Not vegan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStack it with:\u003c\/strong\u003e a carbohydrate if you are using it after hard training and need to replenish glycogen — this supplies protein only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is clear whey protein?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA highly filtered whey isolate processed to dissolve transparently. Removing the fat, lactose and light-scattering compounds leaves protein in solution, which drinks like flavoured water rather than a milkshake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy are clear proteins always fruit flavoured?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nChocolate and vanilla rely on the creamy body of an opaque shake and taste wrong in a transparent drink. Fruit flavours suit the format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is it only 80 calories?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nProtein contains 4 calories per gram, so 20g of protein is 80 calories. Every calorie in the bottle comes from protein, with no fat or carbohydrate at all — only possible with a highly refined isolate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it contain artificial sweeteners?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe current formula does not. Vertical relaunched in 2026 using monk fruit, with no artificial sweeteners, colours or flavours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it good for lactose intolerance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nA highly filtered isolate removes essentially all lactose, so it suits most people who react to dairy protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fill me up?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo, and that is the trade for being light. If you want protein that manages appetite, casein is far better suited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it worth it versus powder?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nReady-to-drink always costs more per gram. You are paying for convenience and format. 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You have just finished training, you are hot, and the last thing you want is a thick chocolate milkshake. Phormula-1 Clear is whey isolate filtered and flavored to behave like a juice instead of a shake, and for a lot of people that is the difference between drinking their protein and skipping it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e90 calories. 22 grams of protein. Zero carbs, zero fat, zero sugar. That works out to almost nothing in the scoop that is not protein.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow a protein powder ends up clear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRegular whey isolate looks milky because it still carries residual fat and lactose along with larger protein fractions that scatter light. Clear whey goes through additional filtration that strips those out, leaving a protein fraction that dissolves into a transparent solution rather than a suspension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat comes out the other side has practical consequences beyond the look. Zero lactose, so it sits lighter. Zero fat, so it does not coat your mouth. And a much thinner mouthfeel, which is why fruit flavors work here and chocolate does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe label runs to six ingredients. No dyes, no gums, no thickeners, because a clear protein cannot hide anything behind opacity. Non-GMO, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free, lactose-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe mixing thing, explained properly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most common complaint about every clear whey on the market, and it is almost always a water-volume problem rather than a product problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRegular Phormula-1 mixes into 6 ounces of water. \u003cstrong\u003ePhormula-1 Clear needs 14 to 16 ounces.\u003c\/strong\u003e More than double. If you scoop it into a normal shaker at normal shake volume, it will not dissolve properly, it will foam, and you will conclude it mixes badly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUse the full 14 to 16 ounces of ice-cold water, shake or froth it, then let it stand 30 to 60 seconds so the air comes out. Done that way it is clean and clear. 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Clear comes in a smaller tub. Compare cost per serving, not the price on the shelf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne scoop into 14 to 16 ounces of ice-cold water.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not 6. This is the whole ballgame.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eShake or froth, then wait 30 to 60 seconds.\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear formulas trap air. That pause is the difference between clear and foamy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIce-cold water, genuinely.\u003c\/strong\u003e Room temperature water makes clear whey noticeably harder to dissolve and duller to drink.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePost-training, or sipped across the day.\u003c\/strong\u003e At 16 ounces it functions as a drink rather than a shot, which is why people who struggle to hit protein targets do well with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo not blend it with milk.\u003c\/strong\u003e It defeats the entire point and the texture goes strange.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who cannot face a creamy shake after training, especially in summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople who are lactose intolerant, since this is 0g lactose rather than reduced\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone who struggles to hit a protein target and does better sipping than gulping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePeople cutting, where 90 calories for 22 grams of protein is close to the ceiling of efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eAnyone avoiding gluten, soy, nuts or dyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this is not for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a protein that tastes like dessert, this is not it and you will be disappointed. Regular Phormula-1 or a blend is the better call. If you want the absolute best mixing experience with the least fuss, regular Phormula-1 also wins, because no clear whey on the market is as forgiving as a standard one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd if you are buying on price per gram of protein, this is not the cheapest way to get there. It is a texture and digestion product, and that is what you are paying for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStack it with:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ignition post-training if you want carbs alongside the protein, which is 1st Phorm's own recommended pairing. Creatine goes in the same shaker without affecting the clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much water do I use with clear whey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n14 to 16 ounces per scoop of ice-cold water. Roughly double what you would use for a normal whey. Nearly every mixing complaint about clear protein comes from using too little.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is my clear protein foamy or cloudy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nTwo causes. Not enough water, or not letting it settle. Shake it, then leave it 30 to 60 seconds and the air comes out on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs clear whey better than regular whey?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNeither is better. Clear is lighter, has zero lactose and zero fat, and drinks like juice. Regular is creamier, mixes more easily, comes in dessert flavors and is more forgiving. Pick on texture preference, not on quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it actually lactose-free?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, 0g lactose. The additional filtration that makes it clear also removes the lactose. It is still a dairy-derived protein, so it is not dairy-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much protein is in a scoop?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n22 grams, in 90 calories, with 0g carbs, 0g fat and 0g sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I mix it with milk or juice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYou can, but do not. Milk turns it cloudy and heavy, which removes the reason to buy it. Juice makes it too sweet. Cold water is the format it was built for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many servings in a tub?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n18. Regular Phormula-1 has 32, so compare per serving rather than per tub.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I drink it during a workout?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes, and this is one of clear whey's genuine advantages. At 16 ounces with no fat and no lactose it sits comfortably mid-session in a way a creamy shake does not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering 1st Phorm from us\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e1st Phorm does not permit direct online checkout through retailers, so this is not a standard add-to-cart product. 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