Optimum Nutrition 100% Casein Gold Standard, 2lbs

100% Casein Gold Standard by Optimum Nutrition

Slowly Digesting Premium Micellar Casein Protein

Right before or after training, rapidly digesting whey protein helps start recovery, a process that can take up to 48 hours. Between meals and before bed, when nutritional support won’t be available for a while, casein protein can help provide longer lasting amino acid support. Casein proteins are pH sensitive and gel in the acidic environment of the stomach. As a result, it can take longer for caseins to be broken-down into their amino acid subcomponents than whey and other proteins. Because of their unique slow-digesting qualities, caseins are described as anti-catabolic or muscle-protecting proteins.

Beyond The Basics

* 24g of Anti-Catabolic Micellar Casein
* Nearly 5g of Naturally Occurring BCAAs per Scoop
* Nearly 5g of Naturally Occurring Glutamine and Glutamic Acid per Scoop

Optimum Nutrition 100% Casein Gold Standard

2 lbs

Supplement Facts

Chocolate Supreme Flavor
(Note: Supplement Facts may vary slightly by flavor)

Serving Size: 1 Heaping Scoop (34g)
Servings Per Container: 26

Amount Per Serving: (% Daily Value)

Calories 120
Calories From Fat 10
Total Fat 1g (2%)
Saturated Fat 0.5g (3%)
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 15mg (5%)
Sodium 190mg (8%)
Total Carbohydrate 3g (1%)
Dietary Fiber 1g (4%)
Sugars 1g
Protein 24g (48%)

Vitamin A 0%
Vitamin C 0%
Calcium 50%
Iron 0%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Ingredients: Micellar Casein, Cocoa (Processed With Alkali), Natural And Artificial Flavors, Salt, Gum Blend (Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Carrageenan), Lecithin, Acesulfame Potassium, Sucralose, Aminogen®.

Allergen Information: Contains Milk, Wheat, And Soy (Lecithin) Ingredients.

SUGGESTED USE: Consume approximately 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight per day through a combination of high protein foods and supplements. For best results, consume your daily protein allotment over several small meals spread evenly throughout the day. TIP: Try using "slower" Gold Standard 100% Casein™ with "faster" proteins like Gold Standard 100% Whey™ or Pro Complex® at different times for maximum effectiveness. Take Gold Standard 100% Casein™ immediately before bed and in between meals when delayed protein delivery is desired. Drink Gold Standard 100% Whey™ or Pro Complex® proteins before and immediately after workouts for a rapid "shot" of amino acids.

SHAKER CUP: Using a shaker cup is the easiest and most convenient way to mix up a consistently great casein shake every time. Just add one heaping scoop of Gold Standard 100% Casein™ to a shaker cup filled with 10-12 oz of your preferred beverage. Cover and shake for 25-30 seconds. TIP: Adjust the intensity of your Gold Standard 100% Casein™ by varying the amount of liquid that you use to prepare it. For a bolder flavor with slightly more body and sweetness, mix one heaping scoop with 8-10 oz of water, milk, or your favorite beverage. For a milder tasting, less sweet shake, use 12-14 oz of liquid per scoop.

BLENDER: Add one heaping scoop of Gold Standard 100% Casein™ to a blender filled with 10-12 oz of water, milk, or your favorite beverage. Blend for 20-30 seconds. Then add 3-4 ice cubes and blend for an additional 30 seconds.

SHAKE UP YOUR SHAKE: By adding a few high-energy ingredients to your shake you can blend up a delicious meal: try adding fresh or frozen fruits (strawberries, bananas, peaches, etc.), peanut butter, flaxseed oil, yogurt, coconut, slivered almonds, or other ingredients. STACK YOUR SHAKE: By adding supplements like Micronized Creatine, Glutamine, Taurine, and/or INSTANTIZED BCAA powders, you can make Gold Standard 100% Casein™ an even more powerful recovery product.

SPOON STIRRED: If you forgot your shaker cup or don't have time to get out the blender, you can just add one heaping scoop of Gold Standard 100% Casein™ to a glass filled with 10-12 oz of cold water, milk, or your favorite beverage. Then mix it up with a spoon for about 30 seconds or until powder is dissolved.

WARNINGS: DO NOT USE AS A SOLE SOURCE OF NUTRITION FOR WEIGHT LOSS OR MAINTENANCE. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.