The buzzy protein trend that has fewer calories, fat and carbs and wont fill you up like a milkshake

From snack bars and “proffee” to carnivore diets, protein consumption is being hyped up everywhere these days.Getting enough is crucial not just to build bigger muscles, but to help fight infection, provide energy and support wound healing as well.And the newest addition to “protein-maxxing”? Clear protein, a superstar nutrient that’s not your typical shake.But what exactly is it, and how does it stack up to other versions of the essential nutrient?Clear protein starts out as whey protein — the most well-known complete protein derived from milk — but is filtered and further processed, according to New York-based certified holistic nutritionist Robin DeCicco.“It’s a more refined protein that’s engineered to have a lighter, airier, less milk-like consistency than whey protein consistency,” DeCicco told The Post.With the fat and lactose removed, the end result is a supplement that has high protein concentrate, but can be mixed into water for “more of a juice-like drink as opposed to a thicker, creamier, ‘milkshake-like’ consistency,” DeCicco said.It also tends to have fewer calories and no fat or carbs — but it provides the same gains as animal-based protein, including muscle building and recovery after a tough workout.It even contains the same full amino-acid protein profile, including branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), the building blocks of protein that assist several bodily functions, support longevity and even cure hangovers.It’s also rapidly absorbed and easier to drink, according to registered dietitian nutritionist Meaghan Ormsby — and may be easier on the stomach if you have lactose intolerance or a sensitivity.“The lighter texture is also worth noting,” she said.

“For people who find traditional protein shakes too heavy or filling, the refreshing juice-like format may simply make it easier to use consistently.”A big difference between clear and whey protein is acidity level, which can play a role in who drinks whi...