Is Clear Protein Powder Dairy Free? Unpacking the Transparent Trend
                                
                                
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                                Recent data shows that almost 7% of children and some 65% of adults have some form of lactose intolerance. Standard clear protein powder is not dairy-free, as most varieties are made from highly-purified whey protein isolate. The misconception arises because the advanced filtration process removes nearly all the fat and lactose, resulting in a transparent, refreshing drink that lacks the milky quality of traditional shakes.