Optimum Nutrition Serious Mass Banana - 12 lbs

Product OverviewDescriptionNaturally & Artificially Flavored1250 Calories50 g Protein250 g+ Carbs25 Vitamins & MineralsNo Sugar Added**Not a sugar free product. See Back Panel for complete nutritional informationThe Bigger Picture of Weight-GainSerious weight gain requires serious calories. However, those who need the extra calories most, often have the toughest time consuming enough of them. For many aspiring to be bigger, highly-active metabolisms, weaker appetites and on-the-run lifestyles make consuming sufficient calories through whole foods alone a real challenge. With Serious Mass, you've got5 nothing to lose and lots to gain. We've consolidated over 1,250 calories, 50 grams of protein, 250-plus grams of carbohydrates, and 25 vitamins & minerals with added glutamine and creatine into every serving. It's time to stop thinking small; get serious - Serious Mass.Beyond the Basics1,250 calories per serving in water; 1,630-plus calories when made with low fat milk.50 grams of protein from a combination of faster and slower digesting sources including Whey, Casein, and Egg.250-plus grams of carbohydrates to support fueling of intense workouts and aid in the replenishment of glycogen stores - with No Added Sugar.Enhanced with Creatine, L-Glutamine & Glutamine Peptides, Choline, Inositol, PABA, and MCTs.25 Vitamins & Essential Minerals with an emphasis on B-Vitamins and Antioxidants. Suggested UseAdd two heaping scoops of Serious Mass to a blender filled with 24 oz of water. Blend for 45-60 seconds. Then add a few ice cubes and, if desired, other calorie-contributing ingredients (see "Supercharge Your Serious Mass" below) and blend for an additional 30-45 seconds. TIPS: Mixing two scoops of Serious Mass with 24 fl oz of nonfat or low fat milk instead of water will give you a thicker, creamier, higher-calorie shake. New users may find it beneficial to begin with 1/2 of a serving daily for the first week and then gradually increase to 1 or more full servings several times a day.Serious Mass is a substantial weight-gain supplement that can be used to feed serious calorie needs in a variety of different ways.Between Meals: Drink 1/2 - 1 serving of Serious Mass between meals to maintain positive nitrogen balance and support a high-calorie diet. Post-Workout: Begin drinking 1/2 - 1 serving of Serious Mass 30-45 minutes following exercise to support maximum recovery. Before Bed: Drink 1/2 - 1 serving of Serious Mass about 45-60 minutes before bed to provide nutrients to recovering muscle throughout the night.Note: For best results use Serious Mass combined with intense weight training (3-5 times per week) and a sensible whole foods diet. Also, keep in mind that sufficient recovery between workouts impacts your ability to gain lean mass. Allowing at least 48 hours between workouts involving the same body parts is recommended.Supercharge your Serious Massby adding one or more of these foods to your shake.Serving Size, CaloriesServing Size, Calories1/2cupGranola2501tbspFlaxseed Oil1151/4cupChocolate Chip1981/2cupOat Bran1081tbspPeanut Butter1901smallBanana1051ozAlmonds1671tbspHoney641ozPeanuts1641tbspMolasses431/2cupIce Cream160, , , , 1cupWhole Milk150, , , , 1/2cupCoconut139, , , , Serving Scoop Included. But may settle to the bottom during shipping.Other IngredientsMaltodextrin, protein blend (whey protein concentrate, calcium caseinate, egg albumen, sweet dairy whey), natural and artificial flavors, vitamin and mineral blend (di, magnesium aspartate, dicalcium phosphate, calcium citrate, ascorbic acid, niacinamide, zinc citrate, beta carotene, d-calcium pantothenate, d-alpha tocopheryl succinate, selenomethionine, copper gluconate, ferrous fumarate, manganese amino acid chelate, thiamin mononitrate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, riboflavin, chromium polynicotinate, folic acid, biotin, molybdenum amino acid chelate, cholecalciferol, potassium iodide, cyanocobalamin), medium chain triglycerides, lecithin, malic acid, acesulfame potassium, sucralose, FD&C yellow #5.WarningsCaution: Keep out of reach of children. Do not take this product if you are pregnant or nursing a baby. Check with a qualified healthcare professional before using this product if you are under 18 years of age or if you have any known or suspected medica condition(s) including diabetes or hypoglycemia, and/or if you are taking any prescription or OTC medication(s).Store in a cool, dry place. Contents sold by weight, not volume. Some settling may occur.Supplement FactsServing Size: 2 Heaping Scoops (334 g)Servings Per Container: 16, Amount Per Serving in water% Daily ValueAmount Per Serving in low fat milk% Daily ValueCalories1250, 1630, Calories from Fat35, 170, Total Fat4 g6%*19 g29%*Saturated Fat2.5 g13%*12 g60%*Cholesterol80 mg27%140 mg47%Total Carbohydrate254 g85%*293 g98%*Sugars21 gÃ,¯,¿,½57 gÃ,¯,¿,½Protein50 g100%*74 g148%*Vitamin A5000 IU100%6500 IU130%Vitamin C60 mg100%66 mg110%Vitamin D200 IU50%500 IU125%Vitamin E30 IU100%30 IU100%Thiamin4.8 mg320%5.1 mg340%Riboflavin4 mg235%5.2 mg306%Niacin50 mg250%50.6 mg253%Vitamin B65 mg250%5.3 mg265%Folic Acid400 mcg100%436 mcg109%Vitamin B1210 mcg12.7 mcg212%Biotin300 mcg100%300 mcg100%Pantothenic Acid