Can I take Mass Gainer before bed?Updated a year ago

Just like most proteins, studies have suggested that if you consume a reasonable amount before bed, you will take full advantage of this spike in growth hormone and can maximise your muscle gains. Your body achieves this because you provide the amino acids required for muscle repair and growth(Bowling, N. 2018).

Keep in mind that these studies apply to people who are regularly participating in physical exercise. If you’re drinking a mass gainer before bed or consuming a protein snack without any physical activity, it is possible that this could lead to more weight gain as opposed to lean muscle gain - particularly because of the extra carbohydrates found in mass gainers. The benefits of a late-night mass gainer are best seen in daily exercisers or athletes(Bowling, N. 2018).