PeptoPro®: Why use it?

Recent scientific insights into sports nutrition show that adding protein to carbohydrate-based sports products improves physical performance. The downside is that adding protein to sports drinks typically has a negative effect on taste and refreshment, as it makes drinks sticky and “thick”. Properties which makes drinks difficult to combine with exercise. And, consuming intact proteins during exertion tends to result in an uncomfortable feeling of a full stomach. Protein hydrolysates or free amino acids lead to much less of this feeling of bulk but still tend to be relatively bitter in taste.

PeptoPro® is comprised of small pieces of protein called peptides - mainly di- and tripeptides. It has two key advantages. First, PeptoPro® amino acids are quickly taken up by the body and delivered to the muscles just when they are needed most - during and directly after physical activity. Second, compared to intact protein and other hydrolysates, PeptoPro® has better taste and texture properties. PeptoPro® is easily dissolved in water, producing a clear solution, making it a thirst-quenching and palatable and a great asset for sports drinks. Numerous athletes have volunteered their testimonials to the effectiveness of PeptoPro®.