Nutri Whey ProHeat launched by FrieslandCampina Ingredients to help meet the needs of the performance and active nutrition market

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FrieslandCampina Ingredients recently announced the launch of Nutri-Whey ProHeat, a heat-stable whey protein meant to be utilized in the performance and active nutrition market.¹ According to the announcement, the protein’s microparticulation technology will help manufacturers with traditional formulation challenges, such as, viscosity which occurs due to the protein’s sensitivity to heat treatment. This creates challenges when adding the ingredient into ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages. As it is exposed to high temperatures, whey proteins can become denatured and polymerized into gels or aggregates.¹

The company explains that Nutri Whey ProHeat uses a patent-pending microparticulation process which consists of a thermal treatment to create stable whey protein aggregates in high heat temperatures. One example of this process is seen in yogurt drinks that have been made with Nutri Whey ProHeat, will contain certain sensory properties such a neutral pH and low viscosity. With this process, manufacturers will be able to create better quality and smooth beverages for performance and active consumers.¹

“High-protein RTD beverages and yoghurt drinks offer significant opportunities for innovation, but formulation challenges have held brands back from unlocking their full potential,” said Vicky Davies, global marketing director, performance, active and medical nutrition at FrieslandCampina Ingredients.¹ “With Nutri Whey ProHeat, we’re bringing a proven solution – already successfully launched for medical nutrition – into the performance and active nutrition space, allowing brands to deliver high doses of whey protein in trending formats with little to no impact on viscosity. This innovation not only enhances RTDs but also paves the way for other improved formats, such as bars, that meet the evolving demands of today’s active consumers. By combining our 125 years of dairy and protein expertise with cutting-edge technology, we’re enabling brands to create premium, high-protein products that taste great and perform even better.”

Protein supplementation has been growing in popularity with 71% of consumers seeking to supplement their protein intake.¹ According to the press release, this trend is occurring due to “an increased focus on weight management and satiety, as well as a growing preference for healthier, low-sugar beverage alternatives.” Nutri Whey Protein will be able to help nutritional ingredient manufacturers create new products such as bars, RTDs, yogurts, and other on-the-go offerings to better meet consumer interests.¹

Reference

1. Frieslandcampina ingredients launches Nutri WheyTM Proheat for the performance and Active Nutrition Market https://www.frieslandcampinaingredients.com/insight/frieslandcampina-ingredients-launches-nutri-whey-proheat/ (accessed Mar 24, 2025).