Milk Protein Concentrate

Milk

Complete protein source; contains casein & whey; common in sports nutrition & meal replacements.

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Typical dose

15-30 grams per serving, typically 1-3 times dai...

Rating

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About this supplement

Milk Protein Concentrate (MPC) is a dairy-derived ingredient produced by removing non-protein components (lactose, minerals, water) from skim milk through processes like ultrafiltration and diafiltration. It typically contains 40-90% protein by weight, with the remaining composition being lactose and milk minerals. The protein fraction maintains the natural ratio of casein (~80%) to whey proteins (~20%) found in milk. This combination provides a sustained-release amino acid profile due to casein's slower digestion and whey's rapid absorption. MPC is valued for its high biological value, complete amino acid profile (containing all essential amino acids), and excellent functional properties including emulsification, water binding, and gelation.

How much to take

Typical amount
15-30 grams per serving, typically 1-3 times daily, often post-workout or as a meal component.
Suggested range
15-45 grams daily

Potential benefits

Benefits linked to this supplement form:

Recovery

Research strength: Moderate

 Bone Health Support

Research strength: Moderate

 Muscle Protein Synthesis & Recovery

Research strength: Very strong

 Satiety & Weight Management

Research strength: Strong

 Source of Bioactive Peptides

Research strength: Moderate

Things to watch for

Possible side effects linked to this form:

Dairy Allergy

How serious: Moderate

 Digestive Discomfort

How serious: low

 Lactose Intolerance Symptoms

How serious: medium

 Milk Allergy Reaction

How serious: high

Health goals

Needs and goals this form may help with:

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Technical details â–¼

Chemical ID (CAS)

9000-71-9

Physical properties

Typically a fine, off-white to cream-colored powder. Hygroscopic. Solubility varies with protein content and processing; higher protein MPC (≥80%) may have lower solubility. Disperses in water, forming colloidal suspensions. Functional properties include emulsification, foaming, water binding, and gelation upon heating.

How it’s made

Produced primarily via membrane filtration (ultrafiltration and diafiltration) of pasteurized skim milk. This process selectively concentrates proteins by removing water, lactose, and soluble minerals. The retentate is then spray-dried to create a stable powder. The protein content is controlled by the extent of filtration. Alternative methods include precipitation and ion-exchange, but filtration is most common to preserve native protein structure.