Whey protein powder calories
1 scoop · 30 g: about 90–120 kcal. 352 kcal per 100 g: 78.1 g protein, 6.3 g carbohydrate, 1.6 g fat.
Approximate value. USDA’s general whey-based protein powder record; protein and carbs vary by brand.

In portions
| Portion | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 scoop | 30 g | 90–120 kcal |
Nutrition facts (100 g)
| Energy | 352 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 78.1 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.3 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Fiber | 3.1 g |
| Fat | 1.6 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.8 g |
| Sodium | 156 mg |
Where the calories come from: protein 89% · carbohydrate 7% · fat 4%.
Source: USDA FoodData Central record 173180. The same food can vary by ±15% with its variety, recipe and brand.
Frequently asked questions
Whey protein powder: how many grams and calories in 1 scoop?
1 scoop is about 30 g on average and has about 90–120 kcal.
Whey protein powder: how many calories in 100 grams?
Per 100 g there are 352 kcal, 78.1 g of protein, 6.3 g of carbohydrate and 1.6 g of fat.
Whey protein powder: how much protein does it have?
Per 100 g there are 78.1 g of protein; 1 scoop (30 g) has about 23 g of protein. About 89% of its calories come from protein.
Whey protein powder: does it make you gain weight?
No single food makes you gain weight on its own; your weight depends on the day’s total calories. 1 scoop (30 g) has about 110 kcal: about 5% of a 2,000 kcal day (the reference on nutrition labels). Its energy density is medium (3.5 kcal per gram). Most of its calories come from protein.
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