Koko VitalWhey Armour Reserve – Belgian Chocolate

Whey is the liquid fraction of milk separated during cheese production — a byproduct of one of humanity's oldest food traditions, now recognized as the most bioavailable complete protein source available. Whey Concentrate retains the full spectrum of native whey proteins in their undenatured state — including lactoferrin, beta-lactoglobulin, alpha-lactalbumin, and naturally occurring bioactive proteins — the intact proteins that distinguish cold-processed whey from commodity alternatives. It is the protein that does more than build muscle.

Whey Isolate undergoes additional filtration to remove the majority of fat and lactose, resulting in a higher protein concentration per gram and faster gastric transit. It supports muscle protein synthesis in the post-exercise window — the period of heightened receptivity to nutrition that follows physical training — making it the ideal complement to Concentrate in a dual-source formula. Together they provide both the depth of native proteins and the speed of isolated delivery.

The three branched-chain amino acids — essential nutrients the body cannot synthesize and must obtain through diet or supplementation. Leucine is the primary amino acid studied for its relationship with the body's natural muscle protein synthesis response. Isoleucine supports glucose uptake into muscle cells during exercise. Valine supports energy metabolism and the preservation of muscle tissue during prolonged physical output. Together they are the molecular signal that tells the body to build and preserve.

Papain — derived from the latex of Carica papaya, the tropical fruit native to Central America — is a proteolytic enzyme that cleaves peptide bonds in dietary protein, accelerating its breakdown into absorbable amino acids. Protease enzymes work alongside Papain to ensure complete protein digestion and maximum amino acid delivery. At 75% protein per scoop, ensuring every gram is absorbed is not a detail — it is the point.

Dutch-process cocoa — treated with an alkalizing agent to neutralize the natural acidity of raw cacao — produces a deeper, smoother, more intensely chocolatey flavour than natural cocoa. The process was developed in the Netherlands in the 19th century by Coenraad Johannes van Houten, whose innovation transformed chocolate from a bitter beverage into the rich, versatile ingredient the world knows today. Here it delivers authentic Belgian chocolate depth without artificial flavouring.

Derived from the leaves of Stevia rebaudiana — a plant native to Paraguay and Brazil, used by the Guaraní people for centuries as a natural sweetener. Stevia is 200–300 times sweeter than sucrose by weight, yet contributes zero calories and does not affect blood glucose. It is the clean-label sweetener choice that allows the Armour Reserve line to deliver indulgent flavour without compromise.

Protein — 24g  •  Calories — 130  •  Total Fat — 2g  •  Total Carbohydrates — 4g  •  Total Sugars — 2g  •  Dietary Fibre — 1g

Mix one rounded scoop with 4–6 oz of water, milk, or your preferred beverage. Vary the amount of liquid to taste preference. Best consumed within the post-exercise window for optimal protein utilization. We recommend consulting your healthcare provider before beginning any new supplement, particularly if you are managing an existing health condition or taking prescription medication.