# Does mixing whey protein in milk provide enough casein

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**Created:** [September 9, 2005, 3:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/does-mixing-whey-protein-in-milk-provide-enough-casein/320775 "2005-09-09T03:34:50Z")\
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If you mix 22g whey protein in 8oz milk that should provide 6.5g of casein via the milk. Is this enough casein protein, or should I either mix 22g whey with 12oz milk or add a small amount of casein powder with the whey to get a higher casein content? Is there a proper ratio to shoot for?