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Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 1000mg Details
About Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 1000mg
One of the challenges in maintaining focus during intense training and physical exercise is mental fatigue. Whereas most athletes worry about and take corrective action to ward against muscle fatigue, mental fatigue must be combated as well. In fact, recent research has placed increasing emphasis on mental fatigue during exercise. This mental fatigue is commonly referred to as central fatigue because of the involvement of the central nervous system. While central fatigue does not affect muscles, it can reduce the capacity to perform optimally.
There is a correlation between the amino acid tryptophan in the brain and the degree of mental fatigue. Upon entry into the brain, tryptophan has the ability to "calm" the central nervous system, causing sleep and drowsiness. Normally, there are sufficient amounts of branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) circulating in the bloodstream to control the entry of tryptophan into the brain. During long-term and sustained exercise, however, muscles use large amounts of amino acids as a source for energy. The body prefers to use BCAAs for energy, since they readily replace glucose in the energy production pathways. As muscles begin to use BCAAs, the amounts of these amino acids drop, which allows tryptophan to enter the brain, inducing fatigue and tiredness. Research suggests that supplementation with branched-chain amino acids can prevent central fatigue by tightly regulating the influx of tryptophan to the brain.* Supplementation before and during exercise has been suggested to enhance performance.*
Branched-chain amino acids
Include leucine, isoleucine and valine. These amino acids are needed for the maintenance of muscle tissue during physical stress and intense exercise. From the perspective of athletes, BCAAs function as anabolic agents and induce sparing, which allows the body to burn fat and not muscle.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 1000mg
1. What Are the Natural Sources of Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 1000mg?
Although branched-chain amino acids are present in all protein-containing foods, dairy and red meats contains the largest amounts of BCAAs. Whey protein and egg protein supplements are additional sources of BCAAs (Please refer to the product profiles to learn more about whey protein and egg protein supplements.)
2. Could One Be Deficient in Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 1000mg?
Periods of intense physical stress, such as intense weightlifting and long-distance running, can create a so-called catabolic state in which muscle tissue is broken down
faster than it can be recovered and replenished.
3. What is the Optimal Dose of Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 1000mg?
A diet containing animal protein should furnish adequate amounts of BCAAs. Athletesinvolved in intense training, however, require supplementation with BCAAS. Recommended dosages are roughly 2 grams a day each leucine and valine and 1 gram daily of isoleucine.
4. What Are the Side Effects of Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 1000mg Supplementation?
No side effects have been reported with BCAA supplementation, if they are taken in the recommended amounts.
5. Could Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 1000mg be taken along with Other Nutrients?
It is advisable to take BCAAS with whole proteins, such as lean meat and poultry, and multiple vitamins and minerals, particularly with B-type vitamins.
As a dietary supplement take two capsules, 2-3 times per day. For optimal use, take between meals and immediately after a training session.
| Nutrition Facts | ||
| Serving Size: 3 Capsules Servings per Container: 100 |
Amount Per Serving
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% Daily Value *
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| L-Valine (USP) | 800 mg | † |
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| L-Leucine (USP) | 800 mg | † |
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| L-Isoleucine (USP) | 400 mg | † |
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* Percent daily values are based on a 2000 calorie diet
† Daily Value not established Note: Serving Sizes are rounded to the nearest whole serving |
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Additional Ingredients: Cellulose, Dicalcium Phosphate, Gelatin, And Magnesium Stearate.
Allergy Information: n/a.
Warning: n/a.
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