Velositol® by Everwell Health
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Velositol® by Everwell Health
Velositol® by Everwell Health is a patented complex of amylopectin and chromium, clinically studied to enhance muscle protein synthesis when used with protein. 100% natural, non-GMO, and GRAS, Velositol® offers excellent solubility, a neutral taste, and low hygroscopicity—ideal for sports nutrition and active lifestyle formulations seeking advanced performance benefits and optimal muscle support.
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Velositol®
Ingredient/s:
Chromium Picolinate
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Muscle Performance, Strength Booster, Endurance, Recovery, Sports Performance
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2000 mg
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Amylopectin Chromium Complex
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Everwell Health
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Ingredient Highlights
Velositol® is clinically researched and shown to help:
- Supports enhanced muscle protein synthesis.*
- Promotes faster muscle recovery after exercise.*
- May amplify the effects of protein.*
- Supports lean muscle growth over time.*
- Can improve exercise performance.*
- Supports efficient muscle repair.*
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Velositol® is clinically researched and shown to help:
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Does Velositol® increase muscle protein synthesis when added to whey protein?
Yes. Velositol® has been clinically studied for its ability to enhance muscle protein synthesis when combined with whey protein. In a randomized, double-blind, crossover study involving 10 healthy adults, researchers compared 6 grams of whey protein alone with 6 grams of whey protein plus 2 grams of Velositol®. The combination produced a significantly greater muscle protein synthesis response following resistance exercise. These findings support the use of Velositol® in protein formulations designed to enhance the anabolic response to dietary protein.
Clinical Reference:
Ziegenfuss TN, et al. (2017). Effects of an amylopectin and chromium complex on the anabolic response to a suboptimal dose of whey protein. Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28194093/
How does Velositol® work to support muscle protein synthesis?
Velositol® combines a specialized form of amylopectin with chromium to support the body’s anabolic response to dietary protein. Amylopectin provides a rapidly available carbohydrate source, while chromium contributes to normal insulin function and macronutrient metabolism. Researchers have proposed that these complementary actions may help activate the mTOR signaling pathway, which plays a central role in regulating muscle protein synthesis. Preclinical investigations have demonstrated effects on key muscle protein synthesis signaling proteins, providing insight into the potential mechanism behind Velositol®’s clinically observed benefits.
Clinical References:
Komorowski J, et al. (2018). The addition of an amylopectin/chromium complex to protein enhances the activity of muscle protein synthesis signaling factors.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6219021/
Does Velositol® work with plant-based proteins and BCAAs?
Velositol® is a patented amylopectin-chromium complex developed to complement protein and amino acid supplementation. In addition to its human clinical research with whey protein, preclinical studies have investigated Velositol® in combination with soy protein and branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs). These studies examined muscle protein synthesis and anabolic signaling pathways, including mTOR, which plays an important role in muscle protein synthesis. The findings provide a scientific rationale for investigating Velositol® in plant-based protein and amino acid formulations, although equivalent benefits have not been established in human clinical trials using these combinations.
Clinical References:
Sahin K, et al. (2018). Combination of Soy Protein, Amylopectin, and Chromium Stimulates Muscle Protein Synthesis by Regulation of Ubiquitin-Proteasome Proteolysis Pathway after Exercise.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30293129/
Sahin K, et al. (2020). The addition of an amylopectin/chromium complex to branched-chain amino acids enhances muscle protein synthesis in rat skeletal muscle.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32460884/
Can Velositol® improve muscle strength and exercise performance?
Velositol® has been evaluated in human research examining muscle strength, endurance, and performance during resistance training. In an eight-week, randomized, double-blind, active-controlled study involving 35 recreationally active men, researchers compared 2 grams of Velositol® plus 15 grams of whey protein with 15 grams and 30 grams of whey protein alone. The Velositol® combination demonstrated significantly greater improvement in squat repetitions to failure, along with favorable results in selected power and performance measures. These findings support its potential application in sports nutrition products targeting resistance-training performance and muscular endurance.
Clinical Reference:
Ziegenfuss TN, et al. (2020). Effects of Velositol® on muscular strength, lean mass, whole-body protein balance, and exercise performance during eight weeks of resistance training: Part I.
Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition, conference proceedings.
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7700811/
What types of protein supplements and functional foods can contain Velositol®?
Velositol® can be incorporated into a variety of protein-containing supplements and functional foods, including whey protein powders, ready-to-drink protein beverages, protein bars, meal replacements, and sports recovery products. Its neutral taste, water solubility, and low hygroscopicity make it particularly attractive for formulations where sensory properties, product texture, and serving size are important. The ingredient has been granted independently determined GRAS status for specified food and beverage applications, including protein drinks and nutrition bars. For supplement manufacturers, Velositol® provides an opportunity to differentiate traditional protein products with a clinically researched ingredient designed to enhance the muscle protein synthesis response to protein intake.
Clinical Reference:
Nutrition21 (2017). Nutrition 21 Velositol Gains GRAS Status.
https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2017/07/10/1254042/0/en/Nutrition-21-Velositol-Gains-GRAS-Status.html
Nutrition21 (2020). Nutrition21’s Velositol® Featured in New Breakfast Bars.
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/nutrition21s-velositol-featured-in-new-breakfast-bars-301150203.html
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