Sometimes slower is better - especially when it comes to the rate of
protein digestion. While rapid protein
absorption is desirable immediately before or after exercise, delayed
release is probably more beneficial throughout the remainder of the
day.
Casein proteins are pH sensitive and gel in the acidic environment
of the stomach. As a result, it can take more than twice as long for
caseins to be broken-down into their amino acid subcomponents than whey
and other proteins. Because of their unique time-released qualities,
caseins are aptly described as anti-catabolic
or muscle-protecting proteins. Other benefits of supplementing with
Optimum Nutrition's 100% Casein Protein include:
• 24 g Instantized Blend of Slow-Digesting Casein Based
Proteins
• Rich in Highly Anti-Catabolic Micellar Casein
• Over 9 g of BCAAs, Glutamine, and Glutamine Precursors per
Scoop
• Aminogen Enhanced
