Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA)

Branched chain amino acids have been a supplement staple for bodybuilders for many years. Why they are used so much is because of their anti-catabolic and energy producing effects.  BCAA's consist of leucine, isoleucine, and valine. These three are known as essential amino acids.  Essential amino acids are not produced in the body, therefore must be obtained by proper nutritional support. Non-essential amino acids are produced in the body.  Supplementing with BCAA's will help ensure that the athlete is supplying the body with an adequate amount of essential amino acids. BCAA's differ than other amino acids in that they are metabolized in the muscle and not the liver like other amino acids are. BCAA's can produce a boost in energy during intense training. BCAA's can help improve blood plasma and serum markers, which help improve the recovery time of damaged tissue. During intense training leucine is easily depleted and contributes to tissue fatigue.  Keeping BCAA's high in the bloodstream after an intense training session can significantly reduce the fatigue factor by keeping leucine levels high in the muscle. BCAA's are also used for fasting programs to help keep muscle tissue from wasting away. BCAA's are necessary for bodybuilders.  There are many brands that are good. I prefer NSP's Branched Chain Amino Acids. I have used them for over twenty years and get the benefits I need from them.

It is important to remember that intense exercise breaks down muscle tissue.  Proper nutrition and correct supplementation helps to re-establish the cell back to its proper form and function.  If you don't eat correctly or use supplements, you could be doing more harm than good.

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