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Wisconsin whey muscles its way to global food importance

Got whey? From infant formula and protein supplements to sports drinks and nutrition bars, whey – the nursery rhyme food that was once a ditch-dumped byproduct of cheese making – is taking on growing clout as a global food ingredient. And food scientists, including researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, are seeking even more uses for the protein-dense product that can help build muscle and lean bodies.