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Who is MuscleMeds?
MuscleMeds is an American sports nutrition brand that, according to its own communications, has been active for over fifteen years. It made its name with a single product, Carnivor, a hydrolyzed beef protein isolate that arrived at a time when the market offered little else besides milk and soy.
The brand's positioning has remained the same ever since: highly "bodybuilding-oriented" formulas, an aggressive tone, and a range built around beef protein rather than milk protein. It is not a brand of nutritional sobriety, and it does not claim to be.
How good is the MuscleMeds range?
In the United States, the brand offers Carnivor in meal replacement, gainer, and fat burner-enriched versions. In France, distribution is much narrower, and we haven't deemed it necessary to bring in the entire range: most of these variations can be advantageously replaced by a dedicated product. A gainer does the job of a gainer better, and a fat burner does the job of a fat burner.
What the brand does really well is its beef protein. It's the historical reference in our selection, to which a pre-workout has now been added.
What are their flagship products?
Carnivor — the beef protein isolate
Carnivor is available in 28 or 56 servings. Here's what a 36.4g scoop contains:
- 23g of hydrolyzed beef protein for only 100 kcal;
- 0g fat and 2g carbohydrates;
- 2.5g creatine monohydrate, included in the formula;
- 2.8g leucine, 1.4g valine, and 1.2g isoleucine;
- 95mg sodium.
The protein/calorie ratio is the real selling point: 23g for 100 kcal means very few "wasted" calories around the protein. A whey isolate is in the same range, a whey concentrate significantly higher. Over a day with three shakes, the difference is in the tens of calories.
The included creatine deserves a mention. 2.5g per dose is close to the 3g daily amount associated with the authorized claim in Europe for very intense and short-duration exercises. If you are already taking creatine monohydrate separately, take this into account in your total: it's not dangerous, but it's money spent twice.
Nitro Lift — the pre-workout
This is the second MuscleMeds product in our range, a powdered pre-workout available in two flavors, Blue Slush and Cherry Lime. The formula is announced for two doses of 13.05g, or 26.1g, and the tub contains 20 servings at this dosage or 40 at a single dose. For two doses, the label details, in particular, 6,000mg of citrulline and arginine, 5,000mg of creatine monohydrate, 3,200mg of beta-alanine, 2,000mg of betaine, an electrolyte complex of 1,794mg, and 350mg of caffeine, supplemented with grape seed extract, elevATP®, Mucuna pruriens, and BioPerine®.
Two remarks before purchasing, and we prefer to highlight them rather than place them at the bottom of the page. The first: 350mg of caffeine for two doses is well above the 200mg single dose reference level set by EFSA for a healthy adult. It is imperative to start with a single dose, which is approximately 175mg, and do not add any other caffeinated products on the same day. The second: creatine is already in the formula, at 5g for two doses — there's no need to add more on the days you take it. This product is for adults only, not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, people sensitive to stimulants, and those with heart conditions, high blood pressure, or undergoing treatment. It contains coconut (tree nut). If you train in the evening, a caffeine-free booster is a much better choice.
Who benefits from beef protein?
Only one situation truly justifies it: you have difficulty digesting milk proteins and you don't want to switch to plant-based proteins. Carnivor contains neither lactose nor gluten, and that's precisely the gap it fills.
If you digest whey without problems, beef protein won't give you anything extra. It's a persistent belief in the industry: beef protein doesn't "build" more just because it comes from beef. What matters is the quantity of protein and the amino acid profile, not the animal of origin.
Another scenario: intolerant individuals who find egg protein too strong-tasting. Carnivor is flavored and mixes easily in 200ml of cold water — this is also its recommended preparation, water rather than milk.
Our retailer's opinion: should you buy Carnivor?
We sell it because it meets a specific need, but you need to know what you're buying.
The ingredient list is long. Alongside the isolate, you'll find maltodextrin, natural and artificial flavors, sucralose, acesulfame potassium, xanthan gum, sunflower lecithin, and an anti-foaming agent. If you're looking for a short label, look at Protéalpes or an additive-free hydrolyzed whey instead.
The price per kilo of protein is high. Hydrolysis is expensive, and so is the raw material. For the same budget, a concentrated whey will give you more grams of protein. The extra cost is only justified if lactose genuinely poses a problem for you.
The taste is divisive. Beef protein has a distinct taste that flavors mask without completely eliminating. Try the 28-serving size for a first test, not the large tub.
Finally, beware of marketing shortcuts around beef protein. No protein replaces a well-structured diet, and a shake has never helped someone progress if their meals aren't in order.
MuscleMeds or Applied Nutrition?
This is the useful comparison, because we sell both. Applied Nutrition offers Beef XP in a 1.8kg format, a "clear" beef protein that drinks like a fruity beverage rather than a milky shake. Two opposing philosophies:
- Carnivor: classic shake texture, gourmet flavors, creatine included, 28 or 56-serving sizes. Choose if you want to replace your whey identically.
- Beef XP: light and transparent texture, more digestible post-workout when appetite is low, no creatine added. Choose if thick shakes put you off.
Nutritionally, both are comparable. The choice comes down to texture and whether or not you want creatine in the same tub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you sell Carnivor Mass or MuscleMeds amino acids?
No, and that's a choice. The brand's American catalog offers Carnivor as a gainer, meal replacement, and in amino acid formulas, but our selection is limited to Carnivor and Nitro Lift. The reason is simple: these variations are advantageously replaced by a dedicated product. A true gainer has a better carb-to-protein ratio and costs less per kilo than a gainer built on hydrolyzed beef protein; and EAAs or BCAAs purchased separately are much cheaper per gram. We prefer to tell you this rather than expanding a catalog for the sake of it.
What is Nitro Lift?
The brand's powdered pre-workout, to be mixed with water, available in Blue Slush and Cherry Lime. It combines a classic base for pump and performance — citrulline and arginine, beta-alanine, betaine, creatine monohydrate, electrolytes — with a strong stimulating load. The dose announced by the manufacturer is two scoops, but we systematically recommend starting with just one: two scoops provide 350mg of caffeine, which is above the EFSA's 200mg single dose reference and is very noticeable for someone unaccustomed. Two practical points: creatine is already included, so there's no need to add more on the day you take it, and beta-alanine causes temporary tingling that is nothing to worry about. This product is for adults only, to be avoided in the evening and if you are sensitive to stimulants.
Does Carnivor contain lactose?
No. It is formulated without lactose and gluten. However, it may contain traces of soy, which is important if you are allergic.
Is it really real meat?
It is a protein isolate derived from beef, obtained by hydrolysis: the protein fraction is concentrated, and fat and cholesterol are removed. It is not powdered meat, and it does not have the same profile as a steak.
How much should I take per day?
One to two scoops, depending on what your meals already provide. One scoop in 200ml of cold water, shaken for thirty seconds. The foam that forms is normal; let it sit for two minutes if it bothers you.
Should I add creatine separately?
Two scoops already provide 5g of creatine over the day. If you only take one, a Creapure creatine supplement might make sense. Our article on when to take creatine details the question.
Can it be taken at night?
Carnivor, yes: creatine is not stimulating, and the hydrolysate digests quickly. If you're looking for a slow-release protein for the night, opt for casein. Nitro Lift, however, should be avoided in the late evening.
Where to buy MuscleMeds in France?
At specialized sports nutrition retailers: the brand is not distributed in French supermarkets, and a large part of the very cheap offers seen in marketplaces fall under parallel American import — labeling only in English, short expiration dates, no recourse. We stock Carnivor and Nitro Lift in our store in Vendargues and on this page, with shipping throughout France and Europe.
Is it suitable for pregnant women or minors?
No. These products are contraindicated for pregnant or breastfeeding women and not recommended before 18 years of age. If you are taking medication, consult your doctor.
Where can I see other beef proteins?
All our references are grouped in the beef protein section. For an overview of protein families, the guide getting started with sports nutrition compares the options one by one.
Is Carnivor available in your store in Vendargues?
Yes, it is in stock in our store in Vendargues, about ten minutes from Montpellier. It's a product that's better seen before buying: the tub, available flavors, and full label are on site, and we'll tell you frankly if your digestion problem really comes from lactose. You can also order online; we ship throughout France and Europe.
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Who is MuscleMeds?
MuscleMeds is an American sports nutrition brand that, according to its own communications, has been active for over fifteen years. It made its name with a single product, Carnivor, a hydrolyzed beef protein isolate that arrived at a time when the market offered little else besides milk and soy.
The brand's positioning has remained the same ever since: highly "bodybuilding-oriented" formulas, an aggressive tone, and a range built around beef protein rather than milk protein. It is not a brand of nutritional sobriety, and it does not claim to be.
How good is the MuscleMeds range?
In the United States, the brand offers Carnivor in meal replacement, gainer, and fat burner-enriched versions. In France, distribution is much narrower, and we haven't deemed it necessary to bring in the entire range: most of these variations can be advantageously replaced by a dedicated product. A gainer does the job of a gainer better, and a fat burner does the job of a fat burner.
What the brand does really well is its beef protein. It's the historical reference in our selection, to which a pre-workout has now been added.
What are their flagship products?
Carnivor — the beef protein isolate
Carnivor is available in 28 or 56 servings. Here's what a 36.4g scoop contains:
- 23g of hydrolyzed beef protein for only 100 kcal;
- 0g fat and 2g carbohydrates;
- 2.5g creatine monohydrate, included in the formula;
- 2.8g leucine, 1.4g valine, and 1.2g isoleucine;
- 95mg sodium.
The protein/calorie ratio is the real selling point: 23g for 100 kcal means very few "wasted" calories around the protein. A whey isolate is in the same range, a whey concentrate significantly higher. Over a day with three shakes, the difference is in the tens of calories.
The included creatine deserves a mention. 2.5g per dose is close to the 3g daily amount associated with the authorized claim in Europe for very intense and short-duration exercises. If you are already taking creatine monohydrate separately, take this into account in your total: it's not dangerous, but it's money spent twice.
Nitro Lift — the pre-workout
This is the second MuscleMeds product in our range, a powdered pre-workout available in two flavors, Blue Slush and Cherry Lime. The formula is announced for two doses of 13.05g, or 26.1g, and the tub contains 20 servings at this dosage or 40 at a single dose. For two doses, the label details, in particular, 6,000mg of citrulline and arginine, 5,000mg of creatine monohydrate, 3,200mg of beta-alanine, 2,000mg of betaine, an electrolyte complex of 1,794mg, and 350mg of caffeine, supplemented with grape seed extract, elevATP®, Mucuna pruriens, and BioPerine®.
Two remarks before purchasing, and we prefer to highlight them rather than place them at the bottom of the page. The first: 350mg of caffeine for two doses is well above the 200mg single dose reference level set by EFSA for a healthy adult. It is imperative to start with a single dose, which is approximately 175mg, and do not add any other caffeinated products on the same day. The second: creatine is already in the formula, at 5g for two doses — there's no need to add more on the days you take it. This product is for adults only, not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women, people sensitive to stimulants, and those with heart conditions, high blood pressure, or undergoing treatment. It contains coconut (tree nut). If you train in the evening, a caffeine-free booster is a much better choice.
Who benefits from beef protein?
Only one situation truly justifies it: you have difficulty digesting milk proteins and you don't want to switch to plant-based proteins. Carnivor contains neither lactose nor gluten, and that's precisely the gap it fills.
If you digest whey without problems, beef protein won't give you anything extra. It's a persistent belief in the industry: beef protein doesn't "build" more just because it comes from beef. What matters is the quantity of protein and the amino acid profile, not the animal of origin.
Another scenario: intolerant individuals who find egg protein too strong-tasting. Carnivor is flavored and mixes easily in 200ml of cold water — this is also its recommended preparation, water rather than milk.
Our retailer's opinion: should you buy Carnivor?
We sell it because it meets a specific need, but you need to know what you're buying.
The ingredient list is long. Alongside the isolate, you'll find maltodextrin, natural and artificial flavors, sucralose, acesulfame potassium, xanthan gum, sunflower lecithin, and an anti-foaming agent. If you're looking for a short label, look at Protéalpes or an additive-free hydrolyzed whey instead.
The price per kilo of protein is high. Hydrolysis is expensive, and so is the raw material. For the same budget, a concentrated whey will give you more grams of protein. The extra cost is only justified if lactose genuinely poses a problem for you.
The taste is divisive. Beef protein has a distinct taste that flavors mask without completely eliminating. Try the 28-serving size for a first test, not the large tub.
Finally, beware of marketing shortcuts around beef protein. No protein replaces a well-structured diet, and a shake has never helped someone progress if their meals aren't in order.
MuscleMeds or Applied Nutrition?
This is the useful comparison, because we sell both. Applied Nutrition offers Beef XP in a 1.8kg format, a "clear" beef protein that drinks like a fruity beverage rather than a milky shake. Two opposing philosophies:
- Carnivor: classic shake texture, gourmet flavors, creatine included, 28 or 56-serving sizes. Choose if you want to replace your whey identically.
- Beef XP: light and transparent texture, more digestible post-workout when appetite is low, no creatine added. Choose if thick shakes put you off.
Nutritionally, both are comparable. The choice comes down to texture and whether or not you want creatine in the same tub.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you sell Carnivor Mass or MuscleMeds amino acids?
No, and that's a choice. The brand's American catalog offers Carnivor as a gainer, meal replacement, and in amino acid formulas, but our selection is limited to Carnivor and Nitro Lift. The reason is simple: these variations are advantageously replaced by a dedicated product. A true gainer has a better carb-to-protein ratio and costs less per kilo than a gainer built on hydrolyzed beef protein; and EAAs or BCAAs purchased separately are much cheaper per gram. We prefer to tell you this rather than expanding a catalog for the sake of it.
What is Nitro Lift?
The brand's powdered pre-workout, to be mixed with water, available in Blue Slush and Cherry Lime. It combines a classic base for pump and performance — citrulline and arginine, beta-alanine, betaine, creatine monohydrate, electrolytes — with a strong stimulating load. The dose announced by the manufacturer is two scoops, but we systematically recommend starting with just one: two scoops provide 350mg of caffeine, which is above the EFSA's 200mg single dose reference and is very noticeable for someone unaccustomed. Two practical points: creatine is already included, so there's no need to add more on the day you take it, and beta-alanine causes temporary tingling that is nothing to worry about. This product is for adults only, to be avoided in the evening and if you are sensitive to stimulants.
Does Carnivor contain lactose?
No. It is formulated without lactose and gluten. However, it may contain traces of soy, which is important if you are allergic.
Is it really real meat?
It is a protein isolate derived from beef, obtained by hydrolysis: the protein fraction is concentrated, and fat and cholesterol are removed. It is not powdered meat, and it does not have the same profile as a steak.
How much should I take per day?
One to two scoops, depending on what your meals already provide. One scoop in 200ml of cold water, shaken for thirty seconds. The foam that forms is normal; let it sit for two minutes if it bothers you.
Should I add creatine separately?
Two scoops already provide 5g of creatine over the day. If you only take one, a Creapure creatine supplement might make sense. Our article on when to take creatine details the question.
Can it be taken at night?
Carnivor, yes: creatine is not stimulating, and the hydrolysate digests quickly. If you're looking for a slow-release protein for the night, opt for casein. Nitro Lift, however, should be avoided in the late evening.
Where to buy MuscleMeds in France?
At specialized sports nutrition retailers: the brand is not distributed in French supermarkets, and a large part of the very cheap offers seen in marketplaces fall under parallel American import — labeling only in English, short expiration dates, no recourse. We stock Carnivor and Nitro Lift in our store in Vendargues and on this page, with shipping throughout France and Europe.
Is it suitable for pregnant women or minors?
No. These products are contraindicated for pregnant or breastfeeding women and not recommended before 18 years of age. If you are taking medication, consult your doctor.
Where can I see other beef proteins?
All our references are grouped in the beef protein section. For an overview of protein families, the guide getting started with sports nutrition compares the options one by one.
Is Carnivor available in your store in Vendargues?
Yes, it is in stock in our store in Vendargues, about ten minutes from Montpellier. It's a product that's better seen before buying: the tub, available flavors, and full label are on site, and we'll tell you frankly if your digestion problem really comes from lactose. You can also order online; we ship throughout France and Europe.
