Gold Standard 100% Casein Optimum Nutrition

Optimum Nutrition has delivered yet another high-quality protein to flesh out their massive line-up! Their Gold Standard Casein Protein Powder is a high-quality micellar casein powder, this is a super slow-digesting protein that will keep your body supplied with amino acids for up to 7 hours.

This makes it great to take at night, it lets us keep our muscles supplied with the necessary building blocks when they need them most when we’re asleep! Due to the slow rate of digestion, it will keep you feeling fuller for longer, making it great for those dieting with the goal of losing and/or maintaining weight.

It also has very clean Macros, 24g of protein, 3g of carbohydrates and only 1g of fat.

• 24g of slow-digesting protein
• Delicious flavours
• 2lb & 4lb sizes
• Great for before bed

When it comes to sports supplements, there's no one more well known than Optimum Nutrition. Gold Standard Casein is a great option for anyone looking for a slower digesting protein source, either before bed, or in between meals.

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Note: Dietary supplements should not replace a balanced diet.