Mass Gain

Mass Gainers in Portugal: Protein and Carbohydrates in One Serving

What a mass gainer is. Mass gainers are powder blends that combine carbohydrates and protein (usually whey and/or casein) in a single serving, often providing several hundred kilocalories per shake. They are designed for people who find it hard to reach the calorie intake they need from meals alone.

Gainers available at Nutri9. In this collection you will find gainers such as MuscleTech Mass Tech Extreme 2000 and OstroVit Anabolic Gainer (the name is a brand name: it is a blend of carbohydrates and protein with no anabolic substances). If you prefer a lower-calorie protein source, see our whey proteins.

How to read the label. Compare the energy (kcal), protein and carbohydrate per serving, as well as the serving size. Some gainers include creatine, vitamins or minerals — check the amounts and avoid stacking products with the same ingredients. Where protein provides at least 12% of the energy, the following claim applies: protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass and to the maintenance of muscle mass.

How to use. You can split the recommended serving into two doses during the day, mixed with water or milk. Adjust the amount to your energy needs and training plan, and do not exceed the daily dose stated by the manufacturer.

Combining with creatine. Many athletes add creatine monohydrate to their gainer. Creatine increases physical performance in successive bursts of short-term, high-intensity exercise. The beneficial effect is obtained with a daily intake of 3 g of creatine.

Buy mass gainers with delivery across Portugal. Nutri9 is an online shop delivering throughout Portugal, with a physical shop in Malveira. Also see our sports nutrition collection.

FAQ — Does a gainer replace a meal? No. It complements your diet and is useful for increasing calorie intake, but it does not replace a varied and balanced diet.