The nutritional quality of dietary protein depends greatly on amino acid composition and the concentration of essential amino acids that provide for the synthesis of proteins within the body. As a derivative of milk production, the amino acid (AA) profile in whey proteins are similar to those required by the human body. Whey proteins also have proportionately more sulfur-containing amino acids and contain a relative surplus of a variety of essential amino acids. This all results in an optimal balance of amino acids (building blocks of protein) needed for muscle growth.
Metabolic Whey™ is a delicious, creamy, 100% whey protein formula. Our unique protein blend META-Pro™ is bioengineered to increase muscle size, strength and promote lean body mass. META-Pro™ contains premium whey protein that’s produced by a state-of-the-art, low temperature, ultra-filtration process, which yields an extremely clean, high quality whey protein. This unique processing yields a High Biological Value protein, rich in branched chain amino acids and glutamine for advanced recovery, therefore, providing increased nitrogen retention without causing indigestion, stomach cramps or pains.
A high biological value is important because it indicates the actual amount of protein absorbed and retained by the muscle tissues in relation to the amount consumed. In as much as protein is intimately involved in anabolism (protein synthesis and muscle growth) whey protein may be the best candidate for maximizing muscle growth because it has a biological value superior to other protein sources.
In addition to whey proteins’ superior biological value, its protein composition (mixture of AA) is rich in branched-chain amino acids (BCAA). Diets high in BCAAs demonstrate greater signs of muscle preservation during exercise induced catabolism (breakdown of muscle tissue). This is due to the ability of BCAAs to improve nitrogen balance and serve as an energy source instead of breaking down muscle tissue. Severe metabolic stresses such as sepsis, surgery, burns and strenuous exercise are associated with accelerated requirements for BCAA, therefore, muscles will be catabolized and weight loss or wasting will ensue.
Along with strenuous exercise, other external factors can depress various aspects of the immune system resulting in an increase in bacterial and viral infections. Studies have indicated the immuno-enhancing properties of whey protein such as alpha-lactalbumin, beta-lactoglobulin, and high amounts of cysteine, a substrate used in the synthesis of glutathione (antioxidant and immune enhancing activity). Once digested in the gut, the amino acids (unique to whey protein) can be taken up by T-cells (infection fighters), increasing their number.
The best source of whey protein is achieved by using a delicate cross-flow, micro-filtered and low temperature process. This highly specialized processed whey protein has a superior biological value that is low in lactose (a substance in milk that may cause gastrointestinal distress in some individuals) and confirms it as the best protein source for optimizing muscle growth.
Metabolic Whey™ has significantly enhanced protein use by the body with NitroZyme™. The biochemists at MRM have taken the "High Protein Diet" to the next level, without the worry of wasting ingested protein. The addition of NitroZyme™ helps break down long chain peptides into smaller, more readily absorbable amino acids for maximum absorption and digestion. The problem with the "high protein" diet used by many athletes and dieters is that the body is unable to naturally digest and absorb high amounts of protein at one time. NitroZyme™ helps the body release more amino acids from ingested protein than the action of digestive enzymes alone. When an athlete takes Metabolic Whey™ (enhanced with NitroZyme™), the body can absorb more short chain peptides and free amino acids directly into the muscle tissue, which helps to increase muscle size, strength and lean body mass. Additionally, NitroZyme™ has the added benefit of reducing bloating, which is common in other protein supplements.
Metabolic Whey™ is the perfect protein supplement for reduced carbohydrate diets. It ONLY has 2.0g of Carbohydrates per serving with ZERO ADDED SUGARS (NO fructose or sucrose). The carbohydrates are naturally occurring from the whey protein as well as the flavors.
This formula was designed to provide your muscles with all of the essential amino acids required for maximum nitrogen retention necessary for muscle strength, growth and development. Metabolic Whey™ is a delicious protein supplement, is Aspartame-Free, and comes in 5 and 10 lbs sizes.