Sustained release proteins are types of proteins and sometimes include blends of different kinds of proteins that are released into the body over a period of time. Whilst Casein and Calcium caseinate are the most popular sustained released proteins, any protein created in a blend is a sustained release protein. However most commonly sustained released proteins are used before bed as a way to keep a person’s nitrogen levels high and keep them in an anabolic state. If nitrogen levels get too low amino acids can be broken down from the muscle and this creates a catabolic state in which people are no longer building muscle but breaking down muscle tissue.

Sustained release proteins are also used by people throughout the day for a few different reasons, Sustained release proteins are good for people who frequently skip meals or who can’t eat regular meals. By having a sustained release protein the body keeps drip feeding amino acids into the body and keeps the muscle building process happening. Also sustained release proteins tend to have a positive effect on satiety which stops you from feeling hungry.

So whether it’s a night time protein, a protein to have between meals or to stop you from over eating sustained release proteins can be a great addition to your supplement regimen.

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