FAQs:

A. It is a complete and efficient protein naturally found in milk.

A. It provides all the amino acids in the right proportions for your body’s healthy growth and maintenance.

A. Whey protein is found in milk. When milk is used to make cheese, “whey” is left behind. The highly valuable whey protein is removed from the whey and purified.

A. It has ALL the key amino acids, called essential amino acids, for your body’s healthy growth and maintenance.

A. The FDA has established the Daily Value of protein for adults at 50g based on a 2,000-calorie diet. This reflects the minimum amount, not necessarily optimal amount, of protein needed for tissue maintenance. Protein needs vary by person depending on age, sex, activity level and overall health.

A. Emerging science has shown that diets incorporating whey protein may not only aid weight loss, but also help specifically reduce inches around the waist better than diets incorporating alternatives like soy protein.

A. Whey protein is safe and has been apart of the human diet for centuries. Any protein consumed at extreme levels can lead to increased health risks. These levels are vastly higher than the average American diet. It has been concluded that the average person can safely eat 3-4 times the current DV for protein.

A. No, it’s for all people who need protein, which is everyone! Nutritionally, whey protein is one of the best proteins you can choose (more details)

A. Better Whey of Life yogurt is a “super yogurt” because of its remarkable and sound nutritional profile. Not only is it enriched with 10-12 g of whey protein but is loaded with other benefits. It is nonfat, all-natural, and contains a total of 15g of protein, and 1/3 less sugar than the leading yogurt. Better Whey of Life yogurt also features probiotics and a good source of prebiotic fiber. On top of that, it tastes great too!

A. Studies have found that whey protein can enhance weight loss efforts and there are still other studies in progress today. Individuals who combined a reduced calorie diet with high protein foods rich in leucine (a BCAA), like whey protein, experienced greater weight loss than dieting alone. When adding exercise to both diets, the leucine rich diet resulted in even greater fat loss and more lean muscle was retained. In sufficient quantities, whey protein can also provide a satiety effect, or a feeling of fullness to help reduce the desire for between meal snacking.

A. It helps tone, build, and repair muscle quickly and efficiently. Thus, they often report improved strength and performance.

A. It is simply the best protein since it is complete, efficiently used by the body, and contains the most Branched Chain Amino Acids.

A. Whey protein isolate contains 90% or more protein. Whey protein concentrate typically has between 25% and 89% protein depending upon the product.

A. There are many exciting benefit areas being researched today. Some of those include: reducing blood pressure, reducing the risks of diabetes, slowing the natural muscle loss that occurs with aging, preventing bone loss, and its role as an antioxidant / immunity enhancer.

A. Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA’s) are specific amino acids that provide an important energy source for muscle during exercise and also serve as a critical regulator of muscle protein synthesis during recovery. There are 3 branched chain amino acids, leucine, isoleucine and valine.

A. Common forms of protein include red meat, poultry, dairy products, or eggs, and while these products are an important source of protein, our yogurt is made with whey protein. Whey protein contains the highest concentration of the essential amino acids your body needs that it can’t manufacture on its own. And since our yogurt is nonfat and reduced sugar, you get a superior protein without the saturated fat that you would get in meat, higher fat dairy, or eggs. (more details)

A.Typical yogurts have 0-2g of whey protein. In the case of Greek Yogurts, the whey is strained out of the yogurt, nearly eliminating this wonderful nutrient. Other “American Style” yogurts have 1-2g of whey protein. Milk and yogurt typically contain two types of protein: casein and whey. Casein is 80% of the protein in milk and Whey is 20%. So Better Whey of Life™ Yogurts have 3X more protein than the leading yogurt and 10X more whey protein.

A. We begin with the all natural plain yogurt or base yogurt and blend in a variety of real fruits, depending on the flavor, as well as natural cane sugar to make our yogurt not only healthy, but delicious!

A. Our “plain” flavor captures the natural flavor of yogurt and does not include any added natural sugar, natural flavorings, or fruit. This results in a product with additional protein and no added sugar. The sugars on the label represent the sugars that are naturally occurring in the milk.

A. Without the flavors mixed in, we are able to deliver 2 more grams of protein in each 6oz cup. (more details)

A. Acai is a fruit native to the tropical regions of Central and South America and grows in acai palms often located in swamps or floodplains. The acai berry is a flavorful fruit and is renown for its high antioxidants and fiber.

A. In addition to acai berries, it contains blueberries, strawberries, and raspberries.

A. Better Whey of Life™ is a nutrient dense product. It is a lean source of protein, has no fat, and has either no sugar added or reduced sugar (depending upon the variety). Therefore, Better Whey of Life™ has a place in all diets. On a reduced calorie diet with no exercise, Better Whey of Life™ can help you feel full as well as nourish your muscles so that you spare lean muscle and lose the fat.

A. Our whey protein enhanced yogurt is a good source of fiber and an excellent source of calcium. And soon we will be adding vitamin D as well. We also have probiotics, tested throughout shelf life to ensure our counts meet the standards to deliver healthy digestion benefits. In addition, we use prebiotic fiber to work synergistically with the probiotics to deliver strong digestive benefits.

A. The FDA standard states that nonfat yogurt may contain less than 0.5% fat. Therefore, with our formulation and 170g serving size, we declare 0.5g Total Fat per 6oz cup

A. Our yogurts do contain Orthodox Union Kosher Gelatin. It is one of the cleanest sources of gelatin and is produced according to very strict regulations. However, some vegetarians want to avoid gelatin. When this is the case, our product is not for that consumer.

A. You should not freeze Better Whey of Life™ Yogurt (or any yogurt for that matter).

A. Like all yogurts and fresh dairy products, our yogurt should be stored in the refrigerator until it is ready to be consumed.

A. Yes, our yogurt products are OU D Kosher certified, which you will see on the package. OU means that our yogurts is approved and monitored by the Orthodox Union and indicates that it meets the strictest standards of kosher. The D stands for Dairy.

A. Not at this time.

A. Inulin is a prebiotic fiber. Fiber helps keep you full and helps regulate your digestion. This fiber, in particular, works in conjunction with probiotics to deliver even greater digestive benefits. Some reports indicate that the digestive system regulates your immunity, making healthy digestion critical. Prebiotics working with probiotics is known as synbiotics.

A. Yes! Our yogurt is a good source of protein and calcium for young and growing children. Since there are very few options for higher protein/lower sugar options at breakfast. Better Whey of Life yogurt is a great way to start their day.

A. Better Whey of Life yogurt is safe for those pregnant or nursing.

A. Better Whey of Life™ has more calcium than standard yogurts (30% DV versus 20% DV). This is because whey protein also contains naturally occurring calcium. When adding whey protein to our yogurt, we also increase the calcium levels.

A. The Food and Agriculture Organization and the World Health Organization define probiotics as live microorganisms that, when consumed in sufficient amounts, provide health benefits beyond basic nutrition. The probiotics in our yogurts help regulate digestion.

A. Antibiotics destroy disease-causing bacteria and beneficial bacteria, leading to intestinal upset or weakened immunity. Experts often recommend the consumption of yogurt to those taking antibiotics to restore the good bacteria.

A. No. However, Better Whey of Life™ Yogurt is made with nonfat milk that has no added growth hormones and is all natural.

A. No, there is no soy in Better Whey of Life™ Yogurt.

A. The FDA currently requires a certification for a “Gluten Free” claim. We have not applied for this certification. However, we do not contain gluten in our products.

A. The severity of lactose intolerance varies among individuals. Many people who are lactose intolerant can eat yogurt. The cultures in yogurt break down lactose. This can be enough to prevent symptoms of lactose intolerance.

A. Our yogurt cups are made of #5 PP (polypropylene) plastic. This type of plastic can be recycled through many curbside recycling programs and, if not already accepted in your location, is gradually becoming more accepted in recycling programs.

A. Yes! Most recycling programs accept aluminum foil.

A. This will ensure that any “whey off” that occurs on the product will be mixed back into the yogurt.

A. Yes, in the Midwest!

A. Most of our ingredients are sourced within the United States. However, some ingredients are not readily available in the U.S. such as exotic fruits like Acai and Chicory for our Inulin.

A. Currently, a single serving 6oz cup.

A. Yes! Since our yogurt is categorized as a dairy product, the processing facility in which it is produced is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration

A. Milk is the primary allergen. The facility does handle some gluten containing ingredients, however special precautions and cleaning procedures are taken to ensure our products do not contain gluten.

A. Nonfat milk with no added growth hormones.

A. After incorporating Whey Protein into her life and realizing the benefits, Daphne Mazarakis founded Better Whey of Life™ in hopes of creating a product for the everyday person who wants to get more out of the exercise and activity that they already do.

A. Tula Foods is the parent company of the Better Whey of Life™ brand and is focused on bringing protein to consumers in convenient, lifestyle forms.

A. Tula Foods is a fairly new company, created in 2007 and Better Whey of Life™ yogurt is Tula’s first product line.

A. Yes! Come check us out for product promotions and updates, ask us questions, and talk about our products!

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A. Contact Daphne at dmazarakis@tulafoods.com

A. Our products are available in select supermarkets, natural foods stores, and specialty shops throughout the Midwest, Northeast, and Southern California markets. Check out our Store Locator.

A. You can ask your local store for discounts when buying in bulk. For example, Whole Foods gives a 10% discount off of every case purchased. Since there are only six yogurts in our case, this is a great deal!

A. First, try requesting to the manager of your local store. Next, contact us so we know of your request and location. We’re trying our best to make this more widely available so we can help everyone lead a Better Whey of Life™.

A. Better Whey of Life™ was founded in 2007. In its short history, it has already spread from its launch city of Chicago to numerous regions nationwide!