Mass Gainers: a simple buying guide
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Mass gainers, also called weight gainers, combine protein with a large amount of carbohydrate in one shake. They are designed for people who find it hard to eat enough calories from food alone, such as hard gainers, very active people and anyone with a small appetite. A serving is essentially calorie-dense food in a glass: gaining weight still depends on eating more calories than you use.
The range includes Applied Nutrition Critical Mass, Optimum Nutrition Serious Mass, DY Nutrition Game Changer Mass Gainer, Mutant Mass, SciTec Jumbo, BioTechUSA Hyper Mass, Trec Nutrition Magnum 8000 and Solid Mass, Rule One R1 Clean Gainer, NutriSport H3avyweight Mass Drive and more. Gainers vary a lot in calories per serving, the protein to carbohydrate ratio and the type of carbohydrate (for example maltodextrin, oats or rice). Tubs are large, so check how many servings a tub gives. Protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass. Our guides compare the best mass gainers in the UK and other weight gain supplements.
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How to choose a mass gainer
- Calories per serving: larger servings suit people with a big calorie gap; you can always use a half serving.
- Protein to carbohydrate: a leaner gainer has more protein and fewer carbohydrates per serving.
- Sugar: compare sugar per serving if you prefer slower carbohydrate sources.
- Tub size: bigger tubs usually cost less per serving.
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FAQs
What is the best mass gainer in the UK?
The best one is the one that fits your calorie gap, taste and budget. Compare calories, protein and carbohydrate per serving, then the cost per serving; our best mass gainer guide compares popular options side by side.
How many calories are in a mass gainer?
It varies widely between products and serving sizes, from a few hundred to over a thousand kcal per full serving. The exact figure is on each label, and you can use part of a serving.
Can I use a mass gainer every day?
Many people use one daily alongside regular meals to reach a calorie target. Count it as part of your diet, follow the label directions and adjust the serving to your needs.
Mass gainer or whey protein: which do I need?
Whey adds protein with few extra calories. A gainer adds protein and a lot of carbohydrate. If your main problem is eating enough calories, a gainer helps; if not, whey is usually enough.
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