Optimum Nutrition 100% Casein Protein

Optimum Nutrition's 100% Casein Gold Protein is the most soothing protein with delayed release. While whey protein is desirable shortly before and after workouts, 100% Casein Gold is ideal for the rest of the day.

A slowly assimilated protein is very important for athletes, as it can provide an anabolic coverage throughout the night. The choice of protein is responsible for this varying speed of assimilation. Egg protein (albumin) or milk protein (casein) are therefore much more interesting from a biological perspective at certain times of the day, such as before bedtime.

Casein protein has a very high biological value, and the body requires 6-8 hours to fully process it. During this entire assimilation phase, it supplies the body with amino acids. It is this constant and sustained release of amino acids that gives casein its anti-catabolic properties.

Thus, taking 100% Casein Gold contributes to good recovery after training and the rebuilding of muscle fibers. It also slows down the breakdown of muscle fibers due to fatigue or overly intense training and helps prevent muscle loss. When the body lacks protein intake, the amino acid reserves in the muscles are quickly depleted. This product contains 10 g of essential amino acids. The casein protein, which distributes its amino acids very slowly in the body, helps prevent muscle catabolism during these long periods.

This slowly digestible protein, which supports muscle growth and rebuilding, contains zinc and magnesium. Zinc contributes to normal immune system function, and magnesium supports protein synthesis.