TL;DR
Farm Fed contains 25 grams of protein from 100% whey protein isolate. Whey More contains 24 grams of protein from a combination of whey protein concentrate 80% and whey protein isolate 90%.
The Whey More Consumer
- Prioritizes taste over everything
- Can tolerate small amounts of lactose
- On a budget
- Looking for a versatile protein powder
- Prefers a thicker, creamier shake
- Typically uses protein powder as a meal replacement or for recipes
The Farm Fed Consumer
- On a strict diet
- Can’t tolerate lactose
- Wants a pure protein powder that still tastes good
- Typically drinks protein powder directly after training
The Importance of Protein
Protein is an essential macronutrient, meaning that you need to consume it daily for optimal health and performance. Not to mention, protein has the highest satiation of the three macronutrients, meaning that it keeps you fuller longer.
It also takes your body more energy to break protein down, so you expend more calories digesting protein than carbs or fats. Whether you’re looking to lose weight, build muscle, or maintain a healthy bodyweight, eating ~1 gram of protein per pound of lean body mass is ideal for active individuals. In other words, if you weight 180lbs, you should be consuming at least 160-180 grams of protein per day evenly divided into 3-5 meals.
Even for those who meal prep and meticulously track their food, it can be difficult to consume a sufficient amount of protein. That’s where protein powder can be extremely helpful. Most high quality protein powders contain anywhere from 20-25 grams of protein per serving, are easy to digest, and taste like a dessert.
With how effective protein powders are, it’s no surprise that two of our top selling supplements are Farm Fed, a 100% whey protein isolate, and Whey More, a high quality protein blend.
You may be wondering why we offer two whey-based protein powders…
Well, in this article we are going to cover that question and explain the difference between Farm Fed and Whey More so you can decide which one is right for you!
Farm Fed Vs Whey More
The primary difference between Farm Fed and Whey More is that Farm Fed is a 100% whey protein isolate whereas Whey More is a blend of whey protein concentrate and whey protein isolate.
Farm Fed contains 25 grams of protein per serving and 28 servings per container. Whey More contains 24 grams of protein per serving and 30 servings per container. Whey More is slightly cheaper at $52.99 MSRP ($1.76/serving) compared to Farm Fed at $54.99 MSRP ($1.96/serving).
One thing they share in common is that they both contain 100 milligrams of DigeSEB® digestive enzymes to promote nutrient absorption and digestion. Not to mention, they are both soy-free and gluten-free (except Farm Fed Cookies & Cream), and third-party tested for protein content, heavy metals, and micros.
Now that you know the key differences and similarities between Whey More and Farm Fed, let’s cover each difference in detail.
Protein Sources
As mentioned above, what makes these two products different is their protein sources. They both contain whey, but one is an isolate and the other is a blend. To explain the significance of this difference, we need to first understand the types of whey proteins on the market.
One of the highest quality and most researched protein powders on the market is whey protein, which is derived from milk. In its natural state, milk contains 80% casein and 20% whey. These two proteins are separated during processing. The liquid whey goes on to be spray-dried to turn it into powder, whereas casein is typically used to make various cheese products.
But that’s not all! There are two different types of whey protein depending on how they are processed and filtered.
Whey Protein Concentrate vs Whey Protein IsolateThe two most common types of whey protein on the market are isolate and concentrate. The primary thing that separates these two types of whey is their protein content.
Whey protein isolate is 90% protein by weight, meaning that only 10% of it is made up of fat, carbs, and other molecules. Whey protein concentrate can be anywhere from 30-80% protein by weight, so it naturally contains more fat and carbs.
Since whey protein isolate undergoes additional processing to remove as much fat and sugar as possible, it’s a more pure protein source. But that also comes with a higher price tag. At a retail level, this is why whey protein isolate is always priced higher than any other protein powder.
With that said, whey protein concentrate is still a high-quality protein and it’s less processed than whey protein isolate. So it naturally contains a higher amount of beneficial milk peptides that have additional health benefits. Furthermore, it’s less expensive and the slightly higher fat and carb content results in a more indulgent consistency, texture, and taste.
The biggest thing to look for when buying a whey protein concentrate is that the company discloses what grade of whey protein concentrate they are using. As stated above, whey protein concentrate can be anywhere from 30-80% protein.
To get the best of both worlds in terms of taste and quality, you want to go for protein powders that use whey protein concentrate 80%. If they don’t disclose that on the label, they likely are using a much lower quality form of whey protein concentrate. In other words, it will contain a significantly higher fat and lactose content which can cause gastrointestinal issues.
Not only do we disclose the type of whey protein concentrate that Whey More uses, we also list exactly how much of each type of protein is in one serving. Out of the 24 grams of protein in each scoop, 17 grams comes from whey protein concentrate 80% and the rest comes from whey protein isolate 90%.
Compaines will often use a "protein blend" and not disclose how much of each type of protein is used. A general rule of thumb, the protein source listed first makes up the majority of the protein content. Some brands have even promoted that they use whey protein isolate, but in reality they may only be using 1 gram.
Using the combination of whey isolate and concentrate allows us to keep the macros in check, while making the best tasting protein powder on the market.
As a disclaimer, we don’t have exact quanities of protein sources listed on Farm Fed because it only uses whey protein isolate, so you already know that the full 25 grams of protein is coming from that source alone.
Differences in Macros, Consistency, and Versatility
Since Whey More is primarily whey protein concentrate it has a slightly higher fat and carbohydrate content compared to Farm Fed as seen on the supplement facts panels.
For example, one scoop of Whey More Grizzly Honey Graham contains:
- 120 Calories
- 2 grams Fat
- 2 grams Carbs
- 24 grams Protein
Whereas, one scoop of Farm Fed Vanilla Milkshake contains:
- 100 Calories
- 0.5 grams Fat
- 1 gram Carbs
- 25 grams Protein
If you want the most amount of protein possible with minimal carbs and fats, Farm Fed is the winner in this category. Furthermore, the lack of fat and carbs allows for faster and easier digestion, making it the ideal candidate to kickstart recovery post-workout compared to Whey More.
The small amount of naturally occurring carbs and fats in Whey More may slow down digestion slightly, but they also result in a more decadent shake.
In addition, we added a small amount of medium chain triglycerides, prebiotic fiber, and a gum blend to increase the overall thickness of Whey More. This also makes it ideal for recipes, such as protein ice cream, pancakes, muffins, pudding, etc.
Flavors
Despite one being an isolate and the other being a blend, Farm Fed and Whey More both taste delicious and come in a variety of flavors!
The staple flavors for Farm Fed include:
- Chocolate Milkshake
- Vanilla Milkshake
- Peanut Butter N' Honey
- Cookies & Cream
- Never Ending Chocolate
- Marshmallow Milk
Whey More comes in the following flavors:
- Grizzly Honey Graham
- Brownie Batter Delight
It's important to note that we often release limited edition flavors, so check the product pages for the most up to date flavor selections!
Availability
Whey More is a GNC exclusive, which means that the only place you can find it other than our website is online and in-store at GNC. Farm Fed is available everywhere including GNC, Amazon, and several retailers across the country. So you could argue that it's easier to find and get Farm Fed.
Bonus: Whey Drip Recipe
Have you ever added whey protein powder to your oatmeal or cream of rice only to have it become soup?
This occurs because whey has a thinner texture than other protein sources, dissolves very easily, and naturally holds water. So as soon as you add it to hot oatmeal or cream of rice, it makes the consistency of the mixture very thin and watery.
Not to mention, if you don’t let the oatmeal or cream of rice cool down, the heat can cause the whey to clump and not mix well.
Fortunately, we have just what you need to solve this dilemma… Whey Drip!
Whey drip, also known as anabolic icing, is a tasty and easy way to add more protein to your diet! It’s named after it’s drippy consistency allowing it to be added to oatmeal, cream of rice, pancakes, rice cakes, yogurt, and more!
The best part is… you only need two ingredients to make it.
Ingredients
- 1 scoop (~32-35 grams) of Farm Fed or Whey More
- 1 ounce (30 grams) water, milk or unsweetened almond milk
Instructions
- Add the whey protein powder to a bowl and slowly mix in the water until you have an icing-like consistency. It’s crucial to measure out your water precisely so it doesn’t end up too watery. If you have a food scale on hand, that’s ideal. If you want to do more than 1 scoop of protein, just add equal parts water to powder. (ex. 60 grams whey protein powder, 60 grams water)
- Put the mixture into the fridge or freezer for 5-10 minutes to allow it to thicken up even more.
- Pour onto oatmeal, cream of rice, rice cakes, or whatever you desire!