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Casein protein
ProteinWell supported
The slower-digesting milk protein. It counts towards daily protein like any other, and suits a snack before bed.
Guidance, not medical advice. Talk to a doctor before starting a supplement if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, are under 18 or have a health condition. Lit Apparel does not sell any of these.
What it does
Casein is the other main protein in milk. It forms a gel in the stomach and is digested slowly, releasing protein over several hours.
For building muscle it counts towards your daily protein like any other source. The slow release is why people like it as a snack before bed or between long gaps in the day.
How it is used
- A serving in the evening, mixed with water or milk.
- Mix it thick with less liquid and it sets like a pudding.
- It works as a daytime snack too, when meals are far apart.
Who it suits
- People who get hungry late in the evening
- Anyone with long gaps between meals
- Those who prefer a thicker, dessert-like shake
Be careful
- It is a milk protein: not for anyone with a milk allergy.
- It thickens more than whey, so add liquid gradually.
Food first
Greek yoghurt, cottage cheese and quark are mostly casein.
Questions
Is casein better than whey before bed?
It digests more slowly, but the total protein you eat in the day matters more than which kind you have at night.
Can I just eat cottage cheese instead?
Yes. It does the same job and many people prefer it.
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