Body Fortress is a company that produces protein powders and supplements for increased endurance and body mass. The muscle and weight gain product from Body Fortress is called "Super Mass Gainer." Super Mass Gainer works to increase muscle mass for those who have difficulties gaining lean body weight. In combination with a training program offered by Body Fortress, this supplement promises to improve energy and protein synthesis. You should discuss taking this supplement with your doctor before beginning the program.
Whey Protein
The key ingredient in Super Mass Gainer is whey protein. Whey protein is a by-product of milk and a digestible source of protein. The scientific evidence of whey protein's ability to increase muscle mass is inconclusive, but MayoClinic.com reports it may effective. It offers a high concentration of quality protein. Increasing protein helps to reduce hunger and suppress appetite. Whey protein may also help improve endurance and recovery during exercise. Whey is a component of milk and may not be appropriate for those with lactose intolerance. Talk to your doctor to see if whey protein is right for you if you have a milk allergy.
Calories
Super Mass Gainer is high in calories, with 620 calories per shake plus the calories from milk. The product is meant to promote weight gain by boosting protein and calorie intake. This may not be a proper choice if you want to lose weight. According to the Body Fortress website, if taken properly, a person may gain as much as 1 to 3 lbs. a week.
Nutrition
Each container has approximately 6 servings if you mix the shake using four scoops of powder. Alternatively, Body Fortress suggests you could make shakes with just two scoops for a lower calorie count of 310 per drink. This extends the number of servings to 12 per container but reduces the nutritional value. A drink made with just two scoops offers 50 percent of the recommended daily values of essential vitamins and minerals. A four scoop serving contains 100 percent of the required daily nutrients. Nutritional values for a 4 scoop serving include 6 g of total fat and no trans fat. Of the 620 calories in a serving, 55 come from fat. One full-sized serving has 95 mg of cholesterol, 310 mg of sodium, 1,830 mg of potassium, 98 g of carbohydrates and 48 g of protein. Nutritional benefits include vitamins A, C, D, E and B-12 as well as magnesium and phosphorus.
Benefits
Whey protein does have some proven health benefits and may help increase energy and cognitive processes. This product should help you gain weight if you are underweight or trying to add lean muscle mass. The website states this product uses an extended amino delivery formula and contains muscle glycogen building carbohydrates. If you are on a restricted diet, such as low sodium or sugar, talk to your doctor before taking Super Mass Gainer.
Member Comments