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3.5/5 Moderate evidence

Body composition evidence brief

Casein protein

Can help users hit total daily protein, especially before sleep, but it is not clearly superior to other high-quality proteins when daily intake is matched.

Useful protein format hypertrophy / recovery 6 linked sources Content audit 2026-05-04

Headline Finding

Review: 20-40 g pre-sleep casein can raise overnight MPS; chronic mass/strength evidence is limited.

Dose Context

Common pre-sleep studies use roughly 35-40 g casein; the main target remains total daily protein.

Important Caveat

Avoid making casein a separate general recommendation until product positioning explains why it is needed beyond a complete protein powder.

Source Drawer

Linked Research

6 papers and evidence links - audit 2026-05-04
  1. Systematic review Pre-sleep casein systematic review
  2. Trial Pre-sleep protein recovery RCT
  3. Trial Day/night casein training trial
  4. Trial Morning versus evening casein trial
  5. Meta-analysis Protein supplement network meta-analysis
  6. Position stand ISSN protein position stand

How To Read This Rating

The score reflects evidence that the supplement does its stated job. Some jobs are direct, such as strength, endurance, or recovery; others are indirect, such as sleep, mood, appetite, or health support. A real effect can still receive a cautious practical rating when dose, safety, product quality, or audience fit remain uncertain.

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