| lowfat chocolate milk (8 oz) | typical protein powders | typical protein recovery drink | typical carbohydrate sports drink | |
| Has the "right mix" of carbs and protein to refuel (about a 3:1 ratio) | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Provides 9 essential nutrients athletes need | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Naturally has high-quality protein and key electrolytes like calcium, potassium, sodium and magnesium | ✓ | |||
| Made with real milk | ✓ | |||
| Cost less that 50 cents per glass | ✓ | |||
| Simple ingredients, not designed in a lab | ✓ |
