Muscle Milk Light, a protein drink manufactured by CytoSport, comes in two forms: a 14 oz ready-to-drink single serving and a multi-serving container of protein powder, according to the product website. CytoSport also offers regular Muscle Milk in ready-to-drink and powdered form. Muscle Milk Light ready-to-drink comes in three flavors: Chocolate, Vanilla and Cafe Latte. The powder comes in Chocolate, Vanilla Creme, Strawberry Milkshake, Banana Creme, Cookies 'n' Creme, Dark Chocolate, Peanut Butter Chocolate, Chocolate Malt and Cake Batter flavors.
Convenience
Muscle Milk Light offers a quick, convenient way to increase protein in your diet without the need for cooking. The ready-to-drink container fits easily into a cooler, backpack or bicycle bag. Or measure two scoops of the powder into a snack-size plastic bag, place it into a blender bottle, screw the top on and take it anywhere. When you are ready for snack, add water or milk, and then shake.
Protein Boost
Most adults get more protein than they need --- between 46 g and 56 g per day --- through eating a balanced diet, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. If you have higher protein requirements because of weight loss surgery, a serious disease, advanced age or strenuous athletic training, you may need a protein drink such as Muscle Milk Light. The 14 oz ready-to-drink form provides 20 g of protein and the powder contains 25 g per serving, according to the CytoSport website. By comparison, a full cup of cooked dried beans has 16 g of protein and a 3 oz serving of meat has 21 grams.
Measured Nutrition
Although you could increase your protein intake by eating more high protein foods such as poultry, meat, fish, eggs, legumes and dairy products, you may find that using a protein drink helps you to control your portions. The calorie and fat content of fresh and cooked foods varies widely, and the only way to be certain of your intake is to measure and weigh each item. Drinking a container of Muscle Milk Light, however, provides exactly 178 calories, 4.5 g of fat, no sugar and 12 g of carbohydrates, according to the company website. Two scoops of the powdered form mixed in water contains 195 calories, 6 g of fat, 2 g of sugar and 11 g of carbohydrates. Regular Muscle Milk, on the other hand, contains 240 calories, 9 g of fat, 3 g of sugar and 14 g of carbohydrates per serving.
Miscellaneous Benefits
Compared to many other protein drinks, Muscle Milk Light tastes good, making it more likely for consumers to use, according to the American Council on Exercise. It contains no sugar, lactose or gluten, making it appropriate for many individuals who cannot tolerate other forms of protein shakes. The product provides some vitamins and minerals, but not enough for it to qualify as a meal replacement. As a between-meals or after-workout snack, however, Muscle Milk Light can provide some long-lasting energy without adding too many calories.
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