Wed, Apr-02-03, 07:57
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Posts: 37,415
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Plan: LC, GF
Stats: 241/190/140
BF:
Progress: 50%
Location: Eastern ON, Canada
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hi Kassie,
Yes, gluten is the most allergenic protein in wheat (also rye, oats and barley) .. so that would be a definite no.
Whey protein isolate and hydrolyzed whey protein is usually ok for persons with lactose intolerance, since most of the lactose is removed during the microfiltration process. It may or may not be suitable for a person with an allergy to dairy protein. The better quality whey isolates have all the casein removed, and only lacto-protein peptides remaining ... these are more easily digested, and less allergenic.
The big canisters of whey protein are expensive, so I can understand being hesitant to buy it if you're not sure. I've seen some brands come in individual serving pouches, so you can just buy one to try it out. That might be your best bet ... then if you find you can't tolerate it, you're not out a lot o'$$$
hth,
Doreen
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