BCAA

Amino acids for muscle growth and maintenance Source of amino acids necessary for protein synthesis Prevents muscle loss and promotes post-workout muscle recovery and repair Helps maintain blood sugar balance and immune system function Vegetarian source of BCAAs in optimal amounts Branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are three essential amino acids that the human body must obtain from food because it cannot produce them. These include leucine, isoleucine, and valine. While protein is necessary for muscle growth in general, BCAAs, specifically leucine, are essential for the growth and repair of muscle tissue. Indeed, studies have shown that a protein blend lacking leucine is unable to stimulate muscle growth. Taken before and after exercise, BCAAs can prevent protein breakdown and improve recovery time by reducing muscle soreness. BCAAs can also help prevent muscle loss in the elderly or debilitated. They help maintain muscle and have the unique ability to promote the growth of muscles that remain at rest during exercise. This is why BCAAs are recommended for frail or elderly individuals, as well as exercise enthusiasts, to boost strength and independence, and to support the proper functioning of the immune system. BCAAs can also help regulate blood sugar balance and appear to be an attractive alternative for promoting mood balance. AOR's BCAA formula offers a convenient way to add important branched-chain amino acids to your diet. Unlike other amino acids, BCAAs are primarily broken down in the muscle, specifically within the mitochondria, making them extremely effective at stimulating muscle tissue growth. BCAAs are obtained from a vegetarian source.