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February 22, 2009

MUSCLETECH, Killer Protein - Research & Read the Fine Print!

Recently I ordered some protein powder and I received a free sample of MUSCLETECH triple chocolate protein milkshake.

I like to know what I eat, so I'm always reading the fine print.

Their product states:

MUSCLETECH Research and Development
Science Proves You Gain up to 8.4 lbs. of lean muscle in just 14 days!
University Researched, Tested, and Proven
Multimillion Dollar Research Budget

But when you read the fine print, you see:

Warning: Taking this product without adequate fluid may cause it to swell and block your throat or esophagus and may cause choking. If you experience chest pain...seek immediate medical attention.
In one 28 day study, 1 Nitro-Tech Hardcore extraordinary subject gained 8.4 lbs. of muscle in just 14 days.

My thoughts on MUSCLETECH Nitro-Tech Hardcore:

I've never seen a protein powder with a warning like this before. Protein is suppose to be healthy and should not cause hospitalization!
As I've state before, I'm a pharmacist and I have over 7 years of experience with clinical research trials. To make a product claim based on only 1 subject, no matter how "extraordinary" is plain wrong and is not science. What about all the other subjects in the study? Did any of them gain muscle? You would think with MUSCLETECH's "mulitmillion dollar budget", that they could tell us how the other subjects did!

For most people, plain old protein powder is good enough. Myself, I prefer Optimum's protein powders. They won't choke you or cause chest pain. Just because a product claims to be "scientific" and has a research budget, doesn't mean that it will work better the regular stuff. Don't be fooled by marketing gimmicks. Take control of what you eat by reading the fine print.

Have Fun, Be Fit!
"Functional Marc"

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