Calcium caseinate is a type of casein protein that is obtained by reacting casein with calcium. The result is a high quality, slow digesting protein product that contains essential amino acids – some of which, like histidine, methionine and phenylalanine are found in higher levels than whey protein.
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These essential amino acids are proven to effectively support muscle protein synthesis.
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