Optimum Nutrition
100% Casein Protein

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 these unique "time-released" qualities, caseins are aptly described as being muscle-protecting proteins.

NOTE: Only those products listed with "NATURAL" in their product name contain all natural ingredients.

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100% Casein Protein (Optimum Nutrition) - Average rating 4.4 (34 reviews)  - Write a review Show Reviews Reviews (26) (2) (2) (2) (2) See all 34 reviews   3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. April 22, 2011 Reviewer: Patrick in Nebraska This mixes pretty well for casein. I have found that the best way to avoid it sticking to everything and getting balled up is to do the following. Fill shaker cup with water and about 4 large ice cubes, then put protein in and shake violently. Just like the shake weight commercials. Was this review helpful to you? Yes  No 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. January 05, 2011 Reviewer: Robert in Louisiana Great protein-to-calories ratio. Optimum Nutrition casein is easily the best tasting, easiest to mix casein protein on the market. That said, it still works best to use a shaker. I buy the "chocolate peanut butter" and "chocolate supreme." Both are yummy. Was this review helpful to you? Yes  No 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. November 09, 2010 Reviewer: James in Colorado This stuff makes a good shake before bedtime. This review is specific to 100% Casein Protein, Cookies and Cream Was this review helpful to you? Yes  No 1 of 2 people found the following review helpful. May 20, 2010 Reviewer: Wesley in Michigan This is by far my favorite nighttime/slow-digesting protein. My favorite way to have it is in a protein shake with peanut butter. I make one almost every night before bed. Here's my recipe: - 1.5 servings/49g Chocolate Supreme Casein Powder (I weigh it on a scale, don't trust scoop sizes) - 4oz Milk (more if preferred, I try to slim on down on the cals) - 9oz cold water - 2 tbsp peanut butter (omit if you don't like) Blend that up for a few seconds, then add some ice cubes and blend again. Its such a delicious shake, reminds me of the chocolate blasts I used to buy at Baskin Robbins all the time. Delicious! This review is specific to 100% Casein Protein, Chocolate Supreme Was this review helpful to you? Yes  No 1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. November 24, 2009 Reviewer: Kenneth in New York The Chocolate Supreme flavor casein protein is delicious and has real chocolate flavor. I can drink this almost every single day, and not get tired of it. I mix it with water and add a splash of half & half to add to the creaminess. Really helps cover any cravings for chocolate and sweets, as well. Optimum Nutrition is really making good stuff when it comes to protein, IMO. This review is specific to 100% Casein Protein, Chocolate Supreme Was this review helpful to you? Yes  No See more reviews