Endurox R4
Carb and protein recovery drink
Pacific Health
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Pacific Health Laboratories designs and develops protein-based nutritional products that are formulated to suppress the appetite and improve muscle growth and performance. Pacific Health also focuses on creating products that are beneficial for weight loss and managing Type 2 diabetes. The company states that its sports drinks have been proven to be effective in 18 published studies.
Endurox R4 is a sports recovery supplement designed to replenish muscle glycogen more quickly using a carbohydrate-to-protein ratio of four to one. This product is the official sports recovery drink of The National Strength Coaches Association, USA Wrestling, according to Pacific Health Laboratories.
This product should be consumed within two hours of exercising. Individuals who weigh 120 to 160 pounds should mix one scoop with 12 ounces of water. People who weigh between 160 and 190 pounds can take two scoops, and those who weigh between 190 and 220 pounds should use three scoops. For those who weigh 220 pounds or more, take four scoops of powder. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, individuals with medical conditions and those taking medications should consult a physician before taking Endurox R4.
Complex carbohydrates, glucose, whey protein concentrate, crystalline fructose, L-arginine, vitamin E acetate, ascorbic acid, sodium chloride, citric acid, L-glutamine, magnesium oxide, artificial flavor, potassium phosphate, FD&C Red #40.
(2 scoops ~ 74.08 g) 270 cal, 1 g fat, 52 g carbs, 40 g sugar, 13 g protein.
Pacific Health Laboratories states that its products do not require FDA approval; however it does produce dietary supplements and has submitted statements of nutritional support for its sports drink Endurox to the FDA.
Approximately $30 to $50 for 4.5 pounds of powder.
A number of consumers who reviewed Endurox R4 reported that it mixed easily, was hydrating and had a good taste. Some consumers did not like the taste of this recovery drink at all. A good number of reviewers noted, however, that this product is really only for serious athletes who are taxing their muscles; thus recreational athletes who work out three or four days a week likely wouldn't experience the benefits of the product in the same way.
