BCAA stands for "Branched-Chain Amino Acids". This refers to leucine, isoleucine and valine, which are part of the eight essential amino acids.
The body cannot produce BCAAs on its own, they must be obtained through diet. Since BCAAs are found in all protein-rich foods, adequate intake is typically achievable through a balanced diet.
Combined, leucine, isoleucine and valine are primarily found in meat and dairy products. Vegetarians and vegans, for example, may therefore have an increased need for these amino acids.
Since BCAAs impact muscles, tissue repair, growth, and energy, they are particularly important for endurance and strength athletes. A BCAA supplement can be useful in these cases.
Valine, leucine, and isoleucine are the only amino acids that are not metabolized in the liver but are directly processed in the muscles. This explains their significance in sports, as they help enhance muscle energy production.
- Isoleucine: muscles, tissue, energy, hormones
- Leucine: insulin release, stress reduction
- Valine: nerves, growth, energy
Glutamine is a conditionally essential amino acid. Therefore, the body can usually produce enough glutamine on its own. Glutamine is the amino acid that is the most abundant in muscles.
An increased need for glutamine can arise during chronic stress or when L-glutamine levels drop after endurance exercise. In such cases, supplementing your diet with this amino acid can be beneficial.
The functions of vitamins and minerals in the human body have been scientifically examined and confirmed by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA). [1]
- Vitamin B6 contributes to normal formation of red blood cells
- Vitamin B6 contributes to normal energy metabolism
- Vitamin B6 contributes to reduction of fatigue and tiredness
- Vitamin B6 contributes to regulation of hormonal activity
- Vitamin B6 contributes to normal cysteine synthesis
- Vitamin B6 contributes to normal homocysteine metabolism
- Vitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism
- Vitamin B6 contributes to normal mental function
- Vitamin B6 contributes to normal functioning of the immune system
- balanced combination for a holistic effect
- contains a high dose of leucine, isoleucine and valine
- in the optimum 2:1:1 ratio
- for targeted nutritional supplementation
- enhanced with glutamine and vitamin B6
- to support performance and metabolism
- high bioavailability and bioactivity
- highest possible quality and purity
- free from undesirable additives
- very well tolerated
- suitable for vegetarians and vegans
Ultra BCAA capsules are not recommended for children and pregnant women.