Protein is essential for muscle repair... everyone understands that part. What many people do not realize is that Fortetropin serves a different purpose. It is sometimes mistaken for a protein supplement, but one serving contains only about 2 grams of protein, so it is not designed to replace dietary protein.
Instead, people use it with their protein intake.
What is Fortetropin?
Fortetropin is a made from fertilized egg yolk through a patented low-temperature process that preserves the natural characteristics of the yolk. Because of its composition, Fortetropin is often referred to as a protein enhancer, meaning it is taken alongside the protein someone already consumes, whether from whole foods, whey, or plant-based sources.
What Has Been Observed in Research
Although Fortetropin is not a protein powder, it has been evaluated in several controlled human studies looking at different aspects of muscle health. These studies help clarify why some people use both protein and Fortetropin in their daily routine.
Myostatin and Muscle Health
Myostatin is a naturally occurring protein that helps regulate muscle growth. In multiple studies, groups consuming Fortetropin demonstrated lower circulating myostatin levels within the study window compared to placebo. These findings offer insight into why Fortetropin is considered distinct from protein alone.
Muscle Protein Synthesis
Muscle protein synthesis is the process your body uses to build new muscle proteins. In the UC Berkeley randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study of adults ages 60 to 75, the Fortetropin group showed an approximately 18 percent higher fractional rate of muscle protein synthesis compared to placebo.
Muscle Loss and Periods of Reduced Activity
The McMaster University study which examined recovery and periods of leg immobilization including post-surgery conditions, reported that placebo groups showed increases in myostatin during inactivity, while groups receiving Fortetropin showed more stable myostatin levels. These findings help explain why some individuals incorporate Fortetropin during times when maintaining muscle is a priority like after surgeries.
Why Use Both Protein and Fortetropin
Protein provides the amino acids needed to repair muscle tissue.
Fortetropin is used for a different purpose: it has been studied for how it may influence markers related to muscle health, such as myostatin and muscle protein synthesis, in specific research settings.
Together, they serve different roles:
Protein: Daily building blocks for muscle repair
Fortetropin: A patented, fertilized egg-yolk–derived ingredient studied for its unique characteristics in muscle health research
This combination is one reason many athletes, active adults, and adults over 40 incorporate Fortetropin into their routine.