Micellar Casein

Micellar Casein is one of the slowest digesting protein molecules on the planet. Casein is the best nighttime protein option because it provides a slow trickling of amino acids for the body to draw from throughout a 6-7 hour period – nearly your entire sleep cycle!

This slow release is crucial because the body, while sleeping, is trying to recover muscles and other tissues. Without the required nutrients the body cannot recover completely before morning comes. Casein ensures that the body has amino acids to use to repair muscles and help them grow larger. This also helps to protect your existing muscles. Your body will strip your muscles of amino acids to try and repair other muscles and tissues; this of course is not anabolic!

Try having a Casein based protein shake about 30-60 minutes before bed. Guarantee you will find yourself getting better sleeps.

A Casein based protein powder can also be used with meals or snacks during the day to keep your body full of amino acids. The only time Casein is not a good option is post-workout. After a workout your body needs quick-releasing protein so it can accelerate muscle recovery.