"Sometimes slower is better - especially when it comes to the rate of protein digestion. While rapid protein absorption is desirable immediately before or after exercise, delayed release is probably more beneficial throughout the remainder of the day. Casein proteins are pH sensitive and gel in the acidic environment of the stomach. As a result, it can take more than twice as long for caseins to be broken-down into their amino acid subcomponents than whey and other proteins. Because of their unique time-released qualities, caseins are aptly described as anti-catabolic or muscle-protecting proteins. Beyond The Basics 24 g Instantized Blend of SLOW-DIGESTING CASEIN-Based Proteins Rich in Highly Anti-Catabolic MICELLAR CASEIN Over 9 g of BCAAs, Glutamine, and Glutamine Precursors per Scoop Only 3-4 g of Carbs What"s In It? Ingredients Serving Size: 1 Heaping Scoop Amount Per Serving:29 Calories 120 Calories from Fat 10 Total Fat 1 g Saturated Fat 0.5 g Cholesterol 10 mg Total Carbohydrate 4 g Dietary Fiber 1 g Sugars 1 g Protein 23 g Calcium 450 mg Sodium 250 mg Aminogen® 23 mg Other Ingredients: Protein Blend (Micellar Casein, Calcium Caseinate), Cocoa (processed with alkali), Natural & Artificial Flavors, Salt, Gum Blend (Cellulose Gum, Xanthan Gum, Carrageenan), Sucralose. Typical Amino Acid Profile Per Serving(mg): Alanine 636 Arginine 830 Methionine 617 Aspartic Acid 1523 Phenylalanine 1096 Cystine 76 Proline 2320 Glutamine 4744 Serine 1338 Glycine 489 Threonine 996 Histidine 659 Tryptophan 280 Isoleucine 1257 Tyrosine 811 Leucine 2040 Valine 1542 Directions: Use ON 100% Casein Protein first thing in the morning, immediately before bed, in place of small meals, and/or any other time when delayed protein absorption is desired. To encourage a positive nitrogen balance, consume approximately 1 gram of protein per pound of body weight per day from a combination of high p"