Question 1

What is the difference between this and "the raw organic whey" other than one is usda certified organic and the other isn't?

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The "organic" is better because of closer monitoring--less likely some of the grass is coated with automobile exhaust or the cows are given any antibiotic or hormone. Also--the "organic" has a small 12 oz option even though all Amazon listings are titled for 5 pounders. And as of 2021.03 in either size the "organic" price is reasonable. And with this brand both "organic" and "grass fed" versions are labeled "100%  grass-fed"--so Mr. Wilson's answer--that "grass fed" varieties might have some advantage--is thoughtful but does not apply in this case. But most important is the "cold processing" used in both varieties. It took me years to pony up for the smaller and more expensive "organic" whey sold by Now Foods--but I finally decided to try it--and immediately noticed less "heaviness in stomach" i.e. greater "digestibility"--due to "lower temperature processing." Can't wait to try this new brand which goes two steps further--organic + cold processed + grass fed. I might be disappointed and in any case each individual should decide for themselves. P.S. do not fall for the gimmicks of some brands like "extra high glutathione content" or etc. They are invariably less digestible or succulent. And any supposed advantage is insignificant compared to getting capsules for "reduced glutathione" or whatever desired component. Digestibility is key. Also the more digestible the less you need and so that again adds digestibility. One level teaspoon at a time can be added to various foods and beverages without being noticed. Whether on a muscle-gain or a weight-loss diet, whether athlete, elderly or cancer patient--a lack of one essential amino acid can derail your health--whey makes sure you have the basics of all. And all those vegan proteins--yuk! My neighbor got pancreatic cancer by relying on those high-stress indigestible sources. Whey is universally recognized by holistic practitioners, athletes, GP's and oncologists as potentially life-saving. The aging process--and many disease processses--are partly a vicious cycle of slow starvation. The weaker you get--the less efficiently you digest--and the weaker you get. Protein is like money--it does not make you healthy or happy exactly--but can be difficult to get or to digest--and if you don't get it easily--you have to expend a huge amount of energy that you or your glandular system could have spent making you healthy or happy. The only other protein supplement that I would heartily suggest is--go to any Chinese restaurant and take home a quart of fresh Egg Drop Soup--and take it regularly--well warmed up, as much as feels good, whether the tablespoon or the cup.

Question 2

Were the cows treated with antibiotics?

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Thank you for your question!  No, our cows are not treated with antibiotics or hormones.

Sincerely,

Raw Organic Whey
Happy Healthy Cows

Question 3

Why is it labeled raw when it is heat treated?

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These answers are contradictory.  “Flash pasteurization” is high heat for a short time.  161F for 15 sec is USDA standard process for milk in the store, so there is nothing new there.  There is also slow pasteurization = low heat for a long time.

You do not want “raw”, that is, unpasteurized milk product, because you could easily get quite sick from germs remaining in the powder (e.g., Brucella, Campylobacter, Cryptosporidium, E. coli, Listeria, Salmonella). None of the descriptions explain the “raw” descriptor, which sounds like marketing.

Question 4

What is the difference between "raw organic whey" and "raw grass-fed whey"? why is it less expensive?

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Raw Organic Whey is USDA certified Organic.  The USDA Organic seal on Raw Organic Whey guarantees higher regulatory standards regarding how the cows are raised as well as how the whey is processed. Organic whey comes from cows not treated with bovine growth hormone (BGH/BST), which has been shown to be carcinogenic and linked to other health problems. Choosing organic whey also certifies that the cows have not been treated with antibiotics, cows have access to pasture and that all feed is grown without pesticides and is GMO-free

ASIN	B06XX65GS1
ASIN	B06XX65GS1
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Gluten Free, Soy Free
Best Sellers Rank	#3,966 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #30 in Sports Nutrition Whey Protein Powders
Brand Name	Raw Organic Whey
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (4,836)
Date First Available	March 28, 2017
Diet Type	Gluten Free
Flavor	Unflavored
Global Trade Identification Number	00662425080809
Item Dimensions	13 x 5 x 13 inches
Item Weight	5 pounds
Item model number	RAWGRASSFED
Manufacturer	Raw Organic Whey
Manufacturer	Raw Organic Whey
Manufacturer Part Number	RAWGRASSFED
Material Type Free	Gluten Free
Model Number	RAWGRASSFED
Net Content Volume	2.27 kg
Number of Items	1
Package Type Name	Pouch
Product Benefits	Muscle Growth
Product Dimensions	13 x 5 x 13 inches; 5 pounds
Protein Source	Whey
Recommended Uses For Product	Nutritious Snack
Total Servings Per Container	90
UPC	662425080809
Unit Count	80 Ounce

Raw Grass Fed Whey Protein Powder, Unflavored – 1 Ingredient, No Additives or Fillers, Undenatured, Made in USA, 5 lb

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