Description

CytoSport’s Muscle Milk RTD features metabolically favorable proteins, amino acids and lean-promoting fats to stimulate muscle growth and recovery similar to the benefits of mother’s milk. Muscle Milk’s EvoPro matrix contains a complex ratio of whey and milk proteins and micellar caseins for muscle growth and repair. Muscle Milk’s trans fat-free lipid complex contains lean lipids (fats) including medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) for efficient fat burning.

Micellar casein is the natural form of undenatured casein protein found in milk. They are slow digesting proteins that enhance muscle growth. Research suggests that micellar casein provides a steady release of amino acids (protein building blocks) into the bloodstream for as many as 7 hours after ingestion.

Whey protein is a major protein found in milk and contains an optimal concentration of amino acids. Whey protein and micellar casein synergistically promote positive nitrogen retention (stored muscle protein). Athletes and body builders can benefit from whey and micellar casein protein supplementation, to enhance muscle gains and recovery.

About 20 percent of human milk contains MCTs. These fats are also naturally found in coconut oil, palm kernel oil, and butter. MCTs are lipids (fat molecules) composed of medium-chain fatty acids. These unique lipids are more easily digested by the body than other larger fat molecules. MCTs are a direct energy source for the body and increase the body’s metabolism. Research suggests that MCT can promote fat burning (lipogenesis) and calorie burning (thermogenesis) and may be used for muscle energy.

Pros

Muscle Milk RTD won the New Product of the Year Award in 2005. It is a ready to drink formula that promotes efficient fat burning, lean muscle gain and fast recovery. Muscle Milk RTD contains no trans fatty acids and 35 grams of protein.

The nutrients in Muscle Milk RTD have numerous benefits including:

• Advanced MCT formula promotes efficient fat burning
• Micellar casein proteins enhance muscle growth
• Supports post-workout recovery
  

Cons

Individuals who are allergic to dairy products should avoid taking whey protein.

Ingesting MCTs on an empty stomach can cause GI (gastrointestinal) upset.

People with pre-existing medical conditions or taking medication should not supplement with Muscle Milk without consulting a physician.

Is it for you?

If you’re looking for a convenient ready-to-drink shake with muscle-building benefits similar to mother’s milk, Muscle Milk RTD is for you.

However, people who are allergic to dairy products and those with pre-existing medical conditions or taking medication should not supplement with Muscle Milk without consulting a physician

Dosage and Directions

Choose to use Muscle Milk at any of the following times: For pre-workout benefits, drink 30 minutes to 2 hours before your workout as a pre-performance shake. For post-workout recovery, begin drinking one serving within one hour after your workout. At bedtime, drink one serving for muscle building benefits.