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What's cassein all about?

andyem
andyem
Posts: 45
Joined: 2004/02/03
Canada
2005/04/20, 10:46 PM
Anyone have any details on cassein?
newmus
newmus
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Joined: 2005/03/08
Australia
2005/04/21, 06:51 AM
An internet or fitbuddy search will more than sort you, however.

Casein is a Calcium\Milk based protein.
It has a much slower abosrbtion rate through the large intestine than that of whey protein.
Good to use before bed, for the slower absorbtion
Slow absorbtion provides a constant or longer release of protein than that of whey, thus helping in reducing catabolism whilst sleeping.
dacapo85
dacapo85
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Joined: 2005/03/29
United States
2005/04/28, 05:55 PM
So, it's best to use whey DURING the day and casein before bed? That makes much sense. I've been using muscle milk before bed to reduce catabolism. Should I switch to casein for nighttime?
bropie
bropie
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Joined: 2004/12/04
Canada
2005/04/28, 05:56 PM
you only really need whey after a workout. casein is great before bed.. like a glass of milk or cottage cheese.