Optimum NutritionOptimum Nutrition Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein Chocolate Creme -- 4 lbs

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3.7 out of 5

5 of 7(71%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.

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6 Rich in Highly Anti-Catabolic Micellar Casein. Rapid protein use is desirable immediately before and after exercise to help refuel recovering muscles but delayed digestion and absorption may be more beneficial at other times - including bedtime when your body typically goes for hours without food. Casein proteins are sensitive and tend to thicken in the stomach. Because of this it can take more than twice as long for Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein to be broken down into its amino acid subcomponents than other proteins. Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein is also free of artificial flavors sweeteners and synthetic colors and uses only premium micellar caseins to create a protein that's truly time-release.

Optimum NutritionOptimum Nutrition Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein Chocolate Creme -- 4 lbs

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3.7 out of 5

5 of 7(71%)customers would recommend this product to a friend.

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2 out of 5

Casein...Think twice

November 6, 2011

By PaddyNaCuillteAmarchu

from Brazil

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2 out of 5

Quality:

4 out of 5

Effectiveness:

2 out of 5

Satisfaction:

1 out of 5

"Well, unless your taste buds are bad or you´ve come down with a flu, buy it. I wonder if there are any other non-Optimum that casein powders that actually taste nice and aren´t hard to mix."

Age:35-44

Gender:Male

Daily supplement usage:6+ supplements daily

Referral source:Other

Duration of use:61-180 days

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Overall Rating:

4 out of 5

Very good

September 20, 2011

By AussieBen

from Melbourne, Australia

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5 out of 5

Quality:

4 out of 5

Effectiveness:

4 out of 5

Satisfaction:

4 out of 5

"It's so hard to find a naturally sweetened Micellar Casein so this is a good option. Although I wish it was sweetened with only stevia and not honey powder and cane juice. Also, I'm not why the salt is needed, the flavour is a little salty. I'm trying vanilla now and definately think chocolate tastes better."

Age:25-34

Gender:Male

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2 out of 5

Not Pleased with

August 10, 2011

By DFinn1

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3 out of 5

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2 out of 5

Effectiveness:

4 out of 5

Satisfaction:

1 out of 5

"Was not pleased with product"

Age:35-44

Gender:Male

Daily supplement usage:3-5 supplements daily

Duration of use:30-60 days

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Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Great Produce

July 30, 2011

By crosscountry

from Charlotte, NC

Quality:

5 out of 5

Effectiveness:

4 out of 5

Satisfaction:

5 out of 5

"I bought this because I run and my son runs cross country for high school. The chocolate is great tasting - tastes like pudding. Although it is a thicker consistency than the Whey, we blend it in our Bullet and it blends perfectly. I highly recommend this product."

Age:35-44

Gender:Female

Referral source:Other

Duration of use:30-60 days

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Overall Rating:

5 out of 5

Great for evening shake

July 2, 2011

By JayG

from Northern CA

Value:

5 out of 5

Quality:

5 out of 5

Effectiveness:

5 out of 5

Satisfaction:

4 out of 5

"It took some getting use to, since I was use to only Whey Protein. Liked to add some natural unsweetened fat free yogurt with fat free milk. Lately I like mixing in half scoop of Chocolate Meal replacement I use. It is great as a evening snack to have the slow release Casein through the nights rest."

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Age:35-44

Gender:Male

Daily supplement usage:6+ supplements daily

Referral source:Self-referred

Duration of use:61-180 days

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Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein Chocolate Creme Description

Rich in Highly Anti-Catabolic Micellar Casein

Rapid protein use is desirable immediately before and after exercise to help refuel recovering muscles, but delayed digestion and absorption may be more beneficial at other times - including bedtime when your body typically goes for hours without food. Casein proteins are sensitive and tend to thicken in the stomach. Because of this, it can take more than twice as long for Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein to be broken down into its amino acid subcomponents than other proteins. Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein is also free of artificial flavors, sweeteners, and synthetic colors and uses only premium micellar caseins to create a protein that's truly time-release.

Disclaimer

These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Nutrition Facts > >

Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein Chocolate Creme Directions

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 Natural 100% Casein with "faster" proteins at different times for maximum effectiveness. Take Gold Standard Natural 100% Casein immediately before bed and in between meals when delayed protein delivery is desired. Drink proteins before and immediately after workouts for a rapid "shot" of amino acids.

Shaker: 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 to your shaker cup and then pour 10-12 oz of your preferred beverage. Cover and shake for 25-30 seconds. Adjust the intensity of your by varying the amount of liquid that you use to prepare it. For a bolder flavor with a slightly more body and sweetness, mix one 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 rounded scoop 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. 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. By adding supplements like Micronized Creatine, Glutamine, Taurine, and/or Instantized BCAA powders, you can make an even more powerful post-workout 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 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.

Do not use as a sole source of nutrition for weight loss or maintenance.

Supplement Facts

Serving Size: 1 Rounded Scoop (37 g)

Servings per Container: 49

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value

Calories	130

Calories from Fat	10

Total Fat	1 g	2%

Saturated Fat	0.5 g	3%

Cholesterol	10 mg	3%

Total Carbohydrate	7 g	2%

Dietary Fiber	1 g	4%

Sugars	2 g	*

Protein	24 g

Calcium	600 mg	60%

Sodium	210 mg	9%

Stevia Extract (Stevia rebaudiana) (leaf) (Standardized to 60% rebaudioside A)	80 mg	*

Aminogen®	24 mg	*

*Daily value not established.

Other Ingredients: Micellar casein, natural cocoa powder, natural flavor, honey powder, evaporated cane juice, salt, cellulose gum and lecithin.

Allergen Information: Contains milk and soy (lecithin) ingredients.

Warnings

Check with a qualified healthcare professional before taking this product if you are pregnant, nursing a baby, or under 18 years of age.

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