MuscleBlaze has recently launched a new product – MuscleBlaze 100% Micellar Casein after the success of its other product. It has quickly gained attention of everyone because it claims to contain 100% Micellar Casein. This is purest form of casein. Also MuscleBlaze gave heavy discounts (or introductory offer) to the first 500 buyers. It was available for just Rs 2999 for 2Kg Pack. At this Price it was a steal. Because of this the stocks very quickly over and even we could not get it at this price from healthkart.
For this review we have looked deep into every details related to this supplement and every other Casein product in market, analysed their price, nutritional profile and other aspects.
In this article we dig down into the product to find out.
- What is Casein protein
- Why Casein Protein is Important
- What is Micellar Casein
- How effective is MuscleBlaze Micellar Casein
- How cost effective is it compared to other similar products in Indian Market
Importance of Casein protein
Casein protein has gained great popularity in recent years because of its long lasting anabolic effects on body. It is important to understand that protein shake in post workout is necessary but this alone is not enough to create desired recovery. There are other hours in the day where body needs protein for recovery. The most unpleasant time when a person loses the anabolic state is when he/she goes to sleep.
For optimum recovery it is important to sleep for 8-9 hours but your body is in the state of fasting (as you don’t eat anything for 8 hours) at that particular time, pushing itself into catabolism as the time passes. This state of catabolism increases the secretion of catabolic hormone “Cortisol” which is not ideal for recovery.
This is where Casein protein works best. It can be taken before bed. Because it is a slow digesting protein, it keeps providing body with the required amino acids throughout the sleeping hours and doesn’t let the catabolic harmful hormone, release in the body.
Difference between Casien Protein and other types of proteins
With the passing time, new discoveries are being made in the field of fitness and bodybuilding. There has been many studies and discoveries on proteins, how different types of proteins work what are the best possibilities with each category of protein to promote result, to people who spend time in gym doing too much of hard work.
Types of proteins
Today we have Hydrolyzed, Isolate, Concentrate, Blend, Whey and Casein proteins to meet different needs at the various hours in the day. Where Hydrolyzed protein is the fastest digesting protein, casein is the slowest among all whereas blend consists of all types of proteins in different proportions. One can buy different protein supplements for different hours of the day. Given below are some examples to elaborate the understanding:
- As soon as you wake up, you can have a scoop of Concentrate whey in warm water. This protein can be taken as a meal replacement with some amount of carbohydrates also.
- Between meals you can have blend protein shake, sometimes it can also be taken in post workout when the workout is hectic and the next meal is supposed to be late.
- Before workout and after workout you can have Isolate as it is fast acting protein but not faster than the hydrolyzed.
- After workout you should consume hydrolyzed whey protein as it is the quickest absorbing whey. It quickly moves into the system to promote recovery and fat burn.
- Before bed or between meals you should choose Casein protein. Because of its slow digesting nature it is good for people when they have long hours of fasting (without food) in the day or while asleep.
Of course, no one would buy so many products unless he is a hardcore body builder but it is an important point to remember that these different proteins are made to meet the needs of different individuals on different times.
What is Micellar casein
The second thing you have to understand is what the hell is Micellar casein and why its important. “Micellar”, this word refers the separation of casein out of milk without the use of chemicals. It is the purest form and highly graded protein that is the reason why it is easy on the digestive system also. It not only promotes growth and recovery but also supports the immune system.
How effective is MuscleBlaze 100% Micellar Casein
This product has an attractive nutrition profile, each scoop of 35 grams contain 24 grams of protein, 120 calories, 5.7 grams of carbohydrates, 11.5 grams of Essential Amino Acids, and 5.6 grams of Branched Chained Amino Acids, which is a very good value for money.
Below is the complete nutritional profile of this product.
This content of Muscle Blaze 100% Micellar Casein makes it suitable for both types of people, those who want to lose fat and the others who want to gain weight. It tastes good and mixes well in both milk and water. If you are a hard gainer consume it twice a day in 300 ml milk before bed and an hour before lunch, for best results. It absorbs less dietary fat and helps in boosting the metabolism and burning fat. People of every age group can add this to their diet.
Benefits of MuscleBlaze 100% Micellar Casein
- People using this product will get relief from the hunger strike and feel filled at the belly. It reduces craving because of its slow digesting nature.
- Generally, people who are into leaning phase, don’t eat anything at night and thus experience disturbed sleep. This poor sleep doesn’t let them recover properly from the previous workout even when they follow all the other parameters like diet, right exercise and supplementation. The profile of 100% Micellar Casein consist 5.7 grams carbohydrates and 120 calories, which will help a person experience deep sleep and better sleep means ultimate recovery.
- The composition of extra added nutrients like 11.5 grams of EAAS and 5.6 grams of BCAAs will help one to recuperate while sleep and will promote better “Rearrangements of various hormones” in the body.
- Those who are considered “Hard gainers” can take 2 scoops of this Casein before bed with milk. It is because hard gainers generally have a very strange hormonal environment in their body where their body process food at a faster rate and demands for the next meal very soon. Such people when take longer gaps between meals go into catabolism stage where they lose muscle mass. When such people will add 2 scoops before bed, their body will process the whole amount for a little longer period of time and process the nutrients for wonderful gaining experience.
Price and comparison
Milk derived and slow in digestion, this protein is easy on stomach and highly essential product for optimum recovery throughout the long sleeping hours. It comes for a very minimal price 3974 INR for 2 kilograms.
Given below is a table where you can see a comparison, between Muscle Blaze Casein and other casein products by various popular brands.
| Product | Weight of the pack | Price | Number of servings | Protein per serving | Price Per scoop | Total protein in the pack | Cost per gram of protein |
| Muscle Blaze 100% Micellar Casein
|
4.4 lbs | 3974 | 57 | 24 grams | 69.71 INR | 1368 grams | 2.90 INR |
| Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Casein | 4 lbs | 5999 | 55 | 24 grams | 109.07 INR | 1320 grams | 4.54 INR |
| Six Pack Nutrition 100% Casein | 4.4 lbs | 5960 | 62 | 25 grams | 96.12 INR | 1550 grams | 3.84 INR |
| Universal Nutrition Casein Protein | 4 lbs | 5886 | 55 | 24 grams | 107.01 INR | 1320 grams | 4.45 INR |
You can see that Muscle Blaze 100% Micellar Casein is quite affordable in every calculation. While looking at the “per scoop price” and “per gram price”, it clearly appears how there is no other casein product in market that could compete with this product. It is genuinely the cheapest casein protein available in market these days.
So not buy this product. took it once and i got lower abdomen infection after four days of medical condition still not well. And as soon as i get well i am going to consult my lawer.