#Finding a quality protein is sometimes hard. Finding a quality protein is much harder if you are lactose intolerant. Most protein powders, drinks, and bars, are made with whey concentrate, sweet dairy whey, or any other name that basically means the lactose is still in the product. Determining which product will be best for you and not make you sick is very important.
#The first protein powder to look for is Whey Protein Isolate. Any whey powder that contains Whey Protein Isolate as the only protein source, will be nearly lactose free. Some ingredient labels will go a step further and list other attributes about the protein source including: ultrafiltered, undenatured, cross flow microfiltration, all of which mean you are getting lactose free or nearly lactose free(less than 2 grams lactose per serving), as well as the highest quality. More manufacturers are listing on the front of the container "lactose free" or "no lactose", so look for that first, to make it easier on yourself. Another thing to look for is the sugars. If the product has 0 grams of sugar, that means lactose free, as lactose is a sugar. Besides keeping lactose intolerant people from getting sick, Whey Protein Isolate is the easiest whey form for the body to break down and use in the muscles.