Muscle Milk, made by CytoSport, is a hugely popular protein supplement company that's well known for their lactose free, high fructose corn syrup-free, trans fat-free, high protein products.

- PepsiCo, Inc. has completed the acquisition of the CytoSport business from Hormel Foods Corp. for a purchase price of $465 million. The transaction includes the Muscle Milk and Evolve sports nutrition brands.

Hormel Foods Corporation Muscle Milk was founded in 2000 by the Pickett family, acquired by Hormel Foods Corporation in 2014, and again by Gatorade in 2019.

Muscle Milk is located in Walnut Creek, California, United States .

A study from Consumer Reports found trace amounts of heavy metals like arsenic, cadmium, and lead in some protein products, including Muscle Milk. While it was within safe limits, regular consumption isn't ideal.

In 2007, some varieties of Muscle Milk contained bovine colostrums, a source of hormones banned by the NCAA and the World Anti-Doping Agency, said Eric Patterson, of Drug Free Sport. In response, Muscle Milk created the collegiate formula to meet NCAA guidelines.

In February 2019, Hormel announced it was selling the CytoSport business to PepsiCo, Inc. for a purchase price of $465 million. The transaction included the Muscle Milk and Evolve sports nutrition brands and was completed in April 2019.

In February 2019, Hormel announced it was selling the CytoSport business to PepsiCo, Inc. for a purchase price of $465 million. The transaction included the Muscle Milk and Evolve sports nutrition brands and was completed in April 2019.

Most varieties of Muscle Milk contain artificial ingredients, including flavors and sweeteners. The Center for Science in the Public Interest advises peeps to avoid these sweeteners, as they can harm the balance of gut bacteria, filter through into breastmilk, and increase the risk of certain diseases.

It's not “healthy” The artificial sweeteners contained in Muscle Milk are also of concern to some. The Center for Science in the Public Interest advises consumers to avoid these types of sweeteners, which can negatively alter gut bacteria, appear in breastmilk, and potentially increase the risk of certain diseases.

Symptoms of lactose intolerance include nausea, vomiting, abdominal cramping, diarrhea, gas and bloating. If you experience these Muscle Milk side effects, you should talk to your doctor about lactose intolerance and consider switching to a lactose-free protein supplement.

This protein shake can be used before and after workouts for fast recovery and new muscle growth after muscle breakdown. It's recommended that athletic individuals drink a Muscle Milk protein shake 30-60 minutes after physical activity.