Dymatize Elite Casein Protein Powder, Slow Absorbing with Muscle Building Amino Acids, 100% Micellar Casein, 25 g Protein, 5.3 g BCAAs & 2.3 g Leucine, Helps Overnight Recovery, Smooth Vanilla, 32 Oz

Not really 4 pounds…

So I got a 4lb container of this about a week into January. Saw how big the scooper was and realized there's no way there's 55 scoops in this and running out so quickly solidified my that. My new container came in yesterday and I decided to figure out how much was really in one container. So I weighed my old empty container to get a base weight, then I weighed the brand new container with all the powder in it. Did a little more math and came down to figuring out that there are only 46.8 ounces of protein powder in a container. THAT'S ONLY 2.9 POUNDS, NOT 4 The protein itself is good, but getting skimmed on protein is b

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Don't believe cinnamon roll hype…try before u buy

Great protein. Filling, all flavors mix pretty well. Great macros and competitive price. Haven't tried ON Casein, but have no need to convert. As far as the flavors go: Cinnamon Roll 2/5 Way too artificial tasting. It became disgusting / almost repulsive to me after having it too much. I ordered it first and still haven't gotten through it (while going through 4lbs of chocolate and 4lbs of cookies and cream). Some people love it, which is why I bought it first. I found it only tastes ok in a shake with almond milk. It's terrible for making pudding, subpar for pancakes -- anything besides shakes is dicey. Wouldn't recommend to anyone. Chocolate 5/5 Tastes good in any form. I mean it's not a milkshake (like some people seem to claim, it doesn't have sugar for christs sake). But it's one of the best tasting protein powders I've had. Mixes well into a pudding, pancakes, anything really. Super versatile. Flavor isn't overwhelming...hard to get tired of. Sweet enough for a treat, but doesn't get tiring. Cookies and Cream 4.5/5 Pretty good. Has some of the artificial taste, but not that bad. Didn't enjoy it quite as much as chocolate, but it's a great way to mix it up. Would definitely recommend. I will be alternating between chocolate and cookies and cream going forward, probably buying chocolate a bit more. Overall a great product. Cinnamon roll flavor is really hit and miss depending on your taste buds -- try it before buying 4lbs

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New ‘favorite' Casein. Surprised me!

Decided to switch brands and I have to say I'm coming back to Dymatize! It's priced less as the tried and true Optimum Nutrition Casein per/lb which I've been using for years, but I think it has just a tad more BCAAs but it also has 2.3 grams of L-Leucine which is proven to help with protein synthesis, and we all know you build muscle in your sleep, not when you workout so that's a great little extra! The taste is good and it's VERY low carb. (Basically none) I'm on a cut so carbs/sugar are a deal breaker and this basically has 2g of carbs-- it's entirely protein and nutrients, I think it's less carbs than Optimum Nutrition's variant. It mixes well in water/milk (I get a little bit of clumps but to avoid that I'll add some milk FIRST than add a scoop and top it off with milk/water) It's HEAVY in that you need about 2 cups of milk for it to mix properly and have it not be too thick. You can get away with just using water and having to use much less liquid. I like using Silk's 'protein' nutmilk just for some extra protein/nutrients and I usually have to fill my shaker almost to the top with one scoop for it to have a thin enough consistency to drink. It seems to 'grow' when using milk. I can attest that it does it's job. In the morning I typically feel less hungry than if I don't take it, and as a result I'm less sore, etc. I also don't get any bloating, etc. but occasional I'll have some 'gastric' issues-- but that's usually if I eat dinner too late and as a result take this an hour or two after I've had a meal. It's best to take on a completely empty stomach right before bed. But like my post workout protein, (Animal True Mass) this is now a staple of my routine along with my other supplements

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SOOOOOO GOOOOOOD!!!

I have used the Cinnamon Bun for yers and years (I think back then the chocolate wasn't getting good reviews) and finally broke down and got some for my Keto recipes (The Big Mans World has some awesome recipes if you need a place to start and you like desserts all day long like me;) any way. Thisxameti day and I mixed up a protein mug cake (see blog above) and shut the front door!!! It's a freaking CHOCOLATECAKE from Betty Crocker!! Good blesseded day from the protein geniuse at Elite I'M HOOKED!! I also made some protein brownie bites (same site- seriously go look this guy up!) and tomorrow am I'll try just a hot protein shake as cocoa for breakfast (another really good hack in the Keto works is buying Torani Sugr Free Syrups! I buy them 25-30 bottles a time from web restaurant store dot come. And daaaaang if it isn't a game changer!!) So do your self a favor and buy this freaking stuff. I still love cinnamon bun (using it for a mug cake is what switch my husband to Keto! He had NO idea “diet food” could taste like a Cinnabon in a mug! And it's a good hot drink at night after a lot bike ride:) If you are new to Keto or just searching casein protein the difference from Whey is this stuff keeps you full for hours and hours- drink it before bed so you reap the benefits of a sound sleep! Hope this helps

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A must try….

I opened the top and immediately see that just like a bag of potato chips you get this gigantic container that's filled about 2/3. I also noticed that the scoop is significantly bigger than the regular Dymatize protein. In fact I weighed a level scoop and it is indeed 48 grams (a serving is 36g). All that aside it is ridiculously tasty and when I mix it in 12 is of unsweetened almond milk it leaves you feeling completely full. I've only made it with almond milk and the consistency is like runny pudding or pancake batter. Perhaps because I've been doing a level scoop which is more than an actual serving. I will definitely try making it with an actual 36g serving and different types of liquids to see if consistency improves....but truthfully I love pudding so I don't mind spooning it like a dessert. TRY IT!!! ***Scoop alone weighs 12 grams. Level scoop full is around 48-50 grams. The other picture you can see how much you need to make it an actual serving of 36 grams. Also you can see scoop sizes between Dymatize case in protein and iso 100 hydrolyzed. The case in is bigger **

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Best tasting vanilla casein but NOT as many servings as stated on container

Easily my favorite vanilla casein protein powder, it mixes well and tastes great but the number of servings listed on the container are way off. For instance, I drink one (1) of these casein shakes before bed each night. My last order for this was for a 4lb container on January 13th, meaning I didn't receive it until January 15th. Today is February 24th and there MIGHT be 2 servings remaining - so that puts the number of servings at 42 which is a far cry from 55. I use the scoop that Dymatize provides and I always use a level scoop - so either the scoop they provide in each container is too large, or they are overstating the number of servings per container. *****UPDATE***** I have figured out why there are less servings than stated on the container. The serving size is 33 grams. The included scoop weighs 12 grams when empty. When filled level with powder it weights 55 grams which means the scoop holds 43 grams of powder - TEN more grams than the serving size!! See photos. So the real question is are they doing this on purpose so that you go through the product faster and therefore have to buy it more often?? I double checked and this is the SAME size scoop that was included in my last container, so it's not a random screw up

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Good Protein, So-So Taste and Consistency

I'm just a 50-something wife and mom trying to up her protein intake, and have been drinking protein smoothies to boost my daily numbers. Love the Dymatize ISO Protein Powder Isolate in Gourmet Chocolate, but their Micellar Casein Slow Absorbing Protein, Rich Chocolate - not so much. Glad I bought the 2 lb. container instead of the larger one. Dimatize's Micellar Casein Slow Absorbing Protein, Rich Chocolate is not that rich and is, as others have noted, kind of chalky. Note that I add a banana and berries - and the chalkiness still comes through, but the chocolate really doesn't.. Since it does not matter which protein I absorb or how fast I absorb it, I'll be going back to the Dymatize ISO Protein Powder Isolate in Gourmet Chocolate. It just tastes SO much better for the same amount of protein. If absorption rate is not a determining factor for you, go with Dymatize's Isolate version

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Believe the Hype

UPDATE 9/6/2017: Been using for a few weeks now and I've figured out the thickness problem. The ideal shake for me is 10oz water for every scoop of protein. I've found 8oz or less results in the shake being too thick and just unpleasant to drink. You can expect most reviews on protein powders rated 4 stars to rave about the taste, even when you've tried it yourself and it tastes like sweet dirt (MusclePharm). So of course when I saw the reviews for this Dymatize Casein I didn't really bat an eye. I was glad nobody was saying it tasted terrible, but I was mostly concerned with the macros and ingredient list. After deciding on this because of its good price, only a few ingredients, and quality macros, I received it a few days ago. Believe me when I say this is the best tasting protein I've had the pleasure of purchasing. Honestly it tastes like a Chick Fil A shake, if Chick Fil A had a cinnamon flavor. And I've only been using one scoop per 8oz water, I can only imagine how 1.5 scoops tastes with milk or vanilla almond milk. YES it is very thick compared to Gold Standard or other whey powders, but I think all casein powders are. But that doesn't make it difficult to mix. My one scoop per 8oz water mixes fully with just a few shakes of the blender bottle. I'd say it mixes even easier than the Gold Standard I have. The first night I drank it I'll admit I had some trouble downing it because I was already pretty full. But every night since I've had no issues. I just enjoy the taste too much, the thick texture doesn't bother me anymore. I used to wake up with stomach aches because I'd be so hungry, but not since taking this protein. Also I've experienced no side effects like gas or bloating. For anyone wondering, I am bulking and do one scoop with my last meal for the day, 1-1.5 hours before bed. I'd recommend having it 1.5-2 hours before bed. Last night I did an hour and had to wake up in the middle of the night to pee. Not ideal. I've heard of some people also using casein when cutting. One scoop in the morning to keep you full for several hours until lunch rolls around. I'd recommend it for this purpose too, it keeps me full but not bloated and I bet it'll taste great in a smoothie with some berries and a banana in the morning

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When this protein is priced $55/container or less, it's worth it

The price on this protein ranges from $50-95 for no apparent reason at all. When it is $50-55, it's one of our favorites, great for shakes, smoothies, adding a boost to baked good, and for coffee, but when the price shoots up, it's just not worth it too us. When it is $90/container, we might as well buy a big name brand like 1st phorm cuz it's a higher quality product and similarly priced at that point

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Best for muscle gains

Dymatize is consistently one of the highest rated protein powders, both casein and whey, in every search, and with good reason. High in BCAAs, EAAs and glutamine. Mixes well, tastes great, and does exactly what I want it to do. I take their hydrolized protein around workouts for the rapid absorption, and I take this casein powder in the evening around 30 minutes before going to bed. I also stopped taking standard whey to help meet my protein needs on off workout days because I don't need the quick absorption on those days, so I now take this Dymatize casein as a meal replacement on off days as well. When you're dieting, trying to lose weight and build muscle at the same time, it's important to take in high levels of protein while keeping your calorie intake down (challenge). This slow-releasing casein is just the ticket - an additional 25g during the day in place of a meal on off days, and another 25g just before bed, every day. I feel like it's doing a great job for me, supplementing my hard work in the gym while keeping my calorie count down

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