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Myo Lean Evolution

Myo Lean Evolution is a meal replacement product (MRP) made by Myogenix, a manufacturer of bodybuilding/sports supplements. It’s an even lower carb/sugar alternative to Myo Lean, the company’s low-glycemic index MRP.  Myo Lean Evolution comes in five flavors: Chocolate Chunk, Vanilla Cream, Banana Cream, Chocolate Peanut Butter and Strawberry.

Manufacturer’s Description: “Myo Lean Evolution has set the new standard for meal supplements by providing the most technically advanced blend of whey isolates and slow releasing proteins, and combining them with the highest quality “healthy” fats, all in a low carb, low glycemic formula. We intended on making a”perfect meal” for the elite athlete. We ended up with a product so loaded with high quality raw materials, so nutrient dense, it would benefit not only elite athletes looking to add powerful lean muscle, but anyone looking to improve their health and physique through nutrition. Plus, in the tradition of all Myogenix products, it tastes great!”

Product Label:

Calories 280
Total Fat 8g
Saturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 5mg
Sodium 240mg
Potassium 1040mg
Total Carbohydrate 13g
Dietary Fiber 6g
Sugars 1g
Protein 42g
Vitamin A 5000IU 100%
Vitamin B1 1.5mg 100%
Vitamin B2 1.7mg 100%
Vitamin B6 2mg 100%
Vitamin B12 6mcg 100%
Vitamin C 60mg 100%
Vitamin D 400IU 100%
Vitamin E 30IU 100%
Vitamin K 80mcg 100%
Biotin 300mcg 100%
Calcium 340mg 34%
Chromium 120mcg 100%
Copper 2mg 100%
Folate 400mcg 100%
Iodine 300mcg 100%
Manganese 800mcg 100%
Molybdenum 75mcg 100%
Niacin 20mg 100%
Phosphorus 269mg 27%
Pantothenic Acid 20mg 100%
Selenium 70mcg 100%
Zinc 15mg 100%

Ingredients: Pentaprotein 50/50™ An Exclusive Blend Of Proteins Chosen For Their Anabolic And Anti-Catabolic Properties (Cross Flow, Micro Filtered Whey Protein Isolates, Egg Albumin, Micellar Alpha And Beta Caseinates, 90% Isolated Milk Proteins, Whole Egg Protein), BeneFat™ A Unique Combination Of Healthy Fats Chosen To Promote Thermogenesis And Support Vital Metabolic Functions (CLA, Borage Oil, Sunflower Oil, Lecithin, MCT’s, Organic Cold Pressed Flaxseed, Tocopherols), Cocoa Powder, Natural Fiber And Carb Complex Selected To Control Blood Sugar And Support Daily Regularity (Rice Bran, Chicory Extract, Oat Bran, Nutritive Saccharides Obtained From Starch, Crystalline Fructose, Cellulose, Bamboo Fiber), Essential Nutrient Complex (Peptide Bonded Glutamine, Leucine, Isoleucine, Valine, Tyrosine, Taurine, Protease, Bifidobacterium Bifidum, Lactobacillus Acidophilus, Aminogen), Vitamin And Mineral Blend, Citric Acid, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Xanthan Gum, Guar Gum, Carrageenan, Sucralose.

Comments: I picked up a container of “Chocolate Chunk” Myo Lean Evolution from Bodybuilding.com for $30.95 (approx $2.00 per serving). It turned out to be pretty tasty. It also blended fairly well, and was quite filling—especially when mixed with milk instead of water. I thought it was great as a mid-morning or mid-afternoon snack—especially since I’m (usually) working at those times and don’t like to stop and eat more complicated meals.

It also appears to be a pretty well-made product: it’s low in sugar, provides the RDAs for most of the major vites and minerals, contains a decent amount of fiber, and supplies a generous amount of protein. In addition, there are some “extras”, such as CLA, added amino acids and probiotics.  I suspect the latter may be underdosed, as nutrients like amino acids need to be taken in multi-gram doses to be effective.  Nonetheless, I think this is a minor issue – they may not add much, but certainly don’t detract from the product either.

All in all, I liked Myo Lean Evolution and would buy it again… Good stuff!

[usrlist “Taste:4.5” “Quality:4.5” “Efficacy:4.0” “Value:3.0″ avg=”true”]

Author: elissa

Elissa is a former research associate with the University of California at Davis, and the author/co-author of over a dozen articles published in scientific journals. Currently a freelance writer and researcher, Elissa brings her multidisciplinary education and training to her writing on nutrition and supplements.

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