Amino Acids

Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, which together help build our muscles. There are 20 different amino acids that affect body functions in different ways.

PROPERTIES AND USE

The advantage of a food supplement with free amino acids instead of just eating protein powder is that an amino acid supplement is absorbed much faster and you also get a higher dose of the specific amino acid that you are looking for. Some amino acids contribute to the building of the muscle protein, while other amino acids contribute to the building of the protein found in hair, skin and nails or in enzymes and more.

BCAA is an example of an amino acid supplement that has become extremely popular in the gym world, and has long been used by those who want to build muscle. It contains the three branched chain amino acids leucine, valine and isoleucine which participate in protein synthesis, and which are therefore of great importance for muscle growth.

Amino acid supplements with DAA, glutamine and HMB are other examples of amino acids that are interesting for you who exercise. Arginine and taurine are amino acids commonly found in PWO and energy drinks used before challenging exercise.

Under this category you will find all food supplements with free amino acids, go to the respective category to read more.