Recovery Drink to Increase muscle glycogen and muscle protein

As we age, our bodies do not recover as easily as they once did. This is largely due to oxidation. Simply put, just as metals oxidize – or rust – our bodies undergo a similar process over time. Antioxidants are fundamental for healthy aging, as they arm our bodies with the ability to fight free radicals and generate new cells. R12 is full of antioxidants and energy yielding nutrients vital to muscle recovery and mental acuity.

There is an abundance of recovery drinks on the market – many of them containing sodium only, or a combination of sodium and carbohydrates. But the difference between being just a sports drink and being a true "recovery" drink lies mainly in the presence of a third ingredient: protein.

Protein, when combined with carbohydrates, increases muscle glycogen and muscle protein – both essential for effective muscle recovery. Very few sports and recovery drinks on the market include protein, and even fewer provide it in conjunction with slow-release carbohydrates.

R12 distinguishes itself even further as a recovery drink by including a host of vitamins, minerals and 12 superfoods for added nutrition and lifetime fitness.

Recommended Use: Mix one packet or scoop of R12 into 12-16oz of water, juice, or your favorite beverage and drink within 45 minutes of any physical or stressful activity to help with muscle recovery.

ORAC, or Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity, is the term used in the wellness industry to indicate a food's antioxidant capacity. The higher the ORAC value of a particular food (measured in umol TE/100g.), the more antioxidants it contains.

R12 boasts a superior total ORAC^FN value of more than 46,400 umol TE/100 grams per serving, which is almost three times the ORAC value of a leading post workout recovery drink.

Its uniquely high ORAC^FN value places R12 at the top of the list in workout recovery drinks. In fact, R12's name is a nod to its 12 proven sources of antioxidants and Super Fruits including cinnamon, blood orange, lemon, lime, and many more.

R12's unequalled ORAC^FN value is the direct result of our use of the rainbow of Super Fruits to formulate what we consider to be the best recovery drink on the market.

R12 is designed to improve muscle recovery and promote good overall health for everyone from elite athletes to muscle and fitness enthusiasts to amateur and professional bodybuilders--and anybody feeling the effects of a hectic schedule and needing nutritional supplement.

R12 is lab certified total ORAC^FN value of 46,440 UMOL TE/100 grams per serving.

Total ORAC^FN measures antioxidant activity against all five free radicals found in the human body. The 'FN' stands for food and nutrition. Free radicals are responsible for aging, tissue damage and possibly some diseases. The role of antioxidants is to interact with free radicals and "quench" them, or render them harmless. Antioxidants are fundamental for healthy aging, as they arm our bodies with the ability to fight free radicals and generate new cells.

R12 citrus super fruits are staples of any superfoods list. Many recovery beverages only strive to help people with their muscle fitness, but R12 also helps you combat the effects of aging. Citrus is most commonly thought of as a good source of vitamin C. However, like most other whole foods, citrus fruits also contain an impressive list of energy yielding nutrients, including both glycemic and non glycemic carbohydrate (sugars and fiber), potassium, folate, calcium, thiamin, niacin, vitamin B6, phosphorus, magnesium, copper, riboflavin, pantothenic acid and a variety of phytochemicals. In addition, citrus contains no fat or sodium and, being a plant food, no cholesterol.

The citrus super fruits in R12 include orange, mandarin orange, blood orange, bitter orange, bergamot orange, lemon, lime, white grapefruit, pink grapefruit, West Indian lime, tangerine and citrus medica.

Orange
"Today's Dietitian" reports that exercise like running increases oxidative damage to the cells of the muscles. Vitamin C is an antioxidant, which means it works to decrease the amount of damage that free radicals can cause to the cells. Taking a supplement daily or eating foods rich in Vitamin C like oranges can reduce muscle damage done by running and enhance muscle recovery.

Blood Orange
Blood Oranges smell amazing and have more Vitamin C than regular oranges and the purple pigment found only in blood oranges act like an antioxidant for your skin. You get 130% of the necessary Vitamin C for a day in a medium blood orange, which is of course great for immunity. 




Bitter Orange
Bitter orange contains small amounts of alkaloids. Alkaloids are of a certain type of organic compound, found in plants and fungi. The alkaloids in bitter orange function as adrenergic agents which increase resting metabolic rate. Bitter orange has a lipolytic effect in human fat cells and is beneficial in helping  people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. 




Bergamot Orange

Active compounds in Bergamot orange have been identified as naringin, neoeriocitrin, and neohesperidin. These compounds have been shown in research for effective healthy cholesterol and blood glucose control. Bergamot orange also has a positive impact on mood and reduces stress as part of aromatherapy treatment in adolescents.



Mandarin Orange
Has been shown to possess lipolytic activity in fat cells and may be useful to help induce fat metabolism; may also help stimulate bone formation and inhibit bone loss. 





Lemon
Lemons are a good source of B-complex vitamins such as pantothenic acid, pyridoxine and folates. These vitamins are essential to the body which requires them from external sources to replenish. They also contain healthy amount of minerals like iron, copper, potassium and calcium. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids and helps control heart rate and blood pressure.





Lime
Dehydration is quickly flipped around with lime juice and rejuvenates the body, giving you a new lease on life and more pep in your step. Lime contains by far more vitamin C than lemon. 





White Grapefruit
Like all citrus fruits, the white grapefruit is high in vitamin C. The white grapefruit is also an excellent source of fiber. The average grapefruit has about seven grams of fiber, which is more than a third of the recommended daily allowance. 





Pink Grapefruit
According to CancerProject.org, pink grapefruit has a high concentration of lycopene, which is the pigment that gives the grapefruit its pink color. Consumption of lycopene increases the body's concentration of antioxidants, which fight free radicals that can cause cell damage and promote heart disease and some forms of cancer. One halve of a pink grapefruit contains 4.9mg of lycopene.




West Indian Lime
In addition to their antioxidant-rich abundance of vitamin C, limes also contain cancer-fighting limonins. Lime juice is popular in many beverages, including non alcoholic drinks such as limeade, as well as cocktails such as margaritas.             Like the juice of lemons, lime juice prevents oxidation. Lime juice serves as a wonderful salt substitute for people who are regulating their sodium intake. 




Tangerine
Tangerine is helpful in relieving body spasms and pains that affect the muscles. Tangerine fruit promotes soothing effect on the nerves, relaxes spasms and are regarded as effective in repairing all the external wear and tear of the body organs and by help one to stay active and alert by toning up the nervous system. 



Citrus medica
Citrus medica is known to enhance mood and concentration. In China it is used as a stimulant and tonic. A leaf infusion is given as an antispasmodic. 

Q: What is R12 energy and recovery powder mix?
A: A delicious and convenient recovery, energy, powdered beverage in single serving packets that can be added to water, fruit juice or your favorite beverage for a refreshing, nutritious, high antioxidant, electrolyte beverage.

Q: How was R12 energy and recovery powder mix developed?
A: We worked with a team of scientists, nutrition and flavor experts using the latest research on exercise, antioxidants and macronutrient metabolism to arrive at a formula that is unique and effective.

Q: What's the shelf life?
A: Twelve months would be a safer estimate until proper testing can be conducted to verify this.

Q: When and how can I use R12 energy and recovery powder mix?
A:

• Mom's on the go as an afternoon pick me up full of healthy nutrients without the jitters of caffeinated products.

• Athletes and weekend warriors who need to refuel after exercise but don't want the all the artificial colors, and flavors of other recovery drinks.

• Teenagers and adults tempted by chips, cookies and candy bars should eat this to feel full and satisfied by giving their body what it really needs to keep them going.

• Anyone who needs extra nutrients throughout the day but forgot to pack a healthy snack.

Q: Should I drink R12 energy and recovery powder mix chilled or hot?
A: Chilled is best as proteins tend to taste better chilled but it was developed to taste good at room temperature as well since we know most people do not have chilled water on hand post workout.

Q: Should I drink the R12 energy and recovery drink before, during or after a workout?
A: This product is designed to provide optimal effectiveness when consumed post workout. Some people are sensitive to having proteins in their stomach before or during workouts.  It will provide a nice sustaining boost for those who are accustomed to consuming protein containing products before a work out.  During a workout we recommend you stick with water.

Q: Can I refrigerate R12 energy and recovery drink?
A: Yes, once mixed you may refrigerate this product for a day or so but since it contains lots of healthy protein and sugars and no preservatives, it is best to drink it fresh.

Q: Can I mix R12 energy and recovery beverage with liquid?
A: Yes. We recommend water but it also works great in juices like orange or grapefruit.

Q: Can I drink R12 energy and recovery beverage before, after and during a meal?
A: Absolutely.

Q: What if I drank two servings of R12 energy and recovery beverage instead of one?
A: We recommend you consume one serving at a time.  Each person's nutritional needs will vary individually. So you would have to decide if you need to consume more than one serving.

Q: How much moringa is in R12 energy and recovery powder mix? Why?
A: 50 mg Moringa provides antioxidants that are helpful in maintaining cell metabolism and is valued for its nutritional properties around the world.

Q: How much neem is in R12 energy and recovery powder mix? Why?
A: 5 mg.  Neem also provides antioxidant nutrition and has been used around the world as a medicinal plant.

Q: How much protein is in R12 energy and recovery beverage? What kind of protein is it? Why?
A: There are 10 grams of protein in each serving of this product.  The protein is there to provide the building blocks that the body needs to rebuild tired muscles.

Q: Is 10 grams of protein really enough?
A: Protein needs will vary per person and activity level. This product is designed to provide protein and both fast and slow acting carbs to tried muscles to help restore, repair and refuel them.

Q: How much sugar is in R12 energy and recovery beverage? Why?
A: There is approximately 15grams of sugars in this product.  The sugars are there to provide fast acting fuel to muscles and the brain.  The slow release sugars are there to keep blood sugar levels from crashing too quickly and provide fuel for a longer time frame post exercise so that the body can keep repair and calorie burning activities going without that sluggish post table sugar crash feeling.

Q: Is R12 energy and recovery powder mix all natural?
A: The drink mix contains natural antioxidant and natural energy sources and has no preservatives, artificial flavors, no artificial colors and no artificial sweeteners but the vitamins and minerals are not all natural at this point.

Q: How much caffeine is in one serving of R12 energy and recovery powder mix?
A: R12 contains no caffeine.