BCAAs
Detailed Description
Branched chain amino acids
The three common amino acids in proteins, collectively referred to as leucine, valine, and isoleucine, are called branched chain amino acids (BCAA). These amino acids promote anabolism (muscle growth) in two special ways: 1 promote insulin release, 2 promote growth hormone release. The most important of the branched-chain amino acids is leucine, the precursor of ketoisocaproic acid (KIC) and HMB. KIC and HMB increase muscles, reduce fat, and provide nutrition for the body. Whey protein has a high BCAA content and should be supplemented with 4-5 grams after training.