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Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 12,000 Powder, 457 Grams

BCAA 12,000 Powder, 457 Grams
 
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Branched-Chain Amino Acids Include leucine, Isoleucine and Valine!

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 shows 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 proven 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.

Nutrient needs often increase faster than calorie needs in athletes. Ultimate Nutrition is committed to providing athletes with the best products to fulfill exactly those needs. Ultimate Nutrition's 100% Crystalline BCAA 12,000 Powder is one product designed to increase endurance, lengthen the time to fatigue and improve performance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What Are the Natural Sources of BCAAs?
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.)

Could One Be Deficient in BCAAs?
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.

What Are the Side Effects of BCAA Supplementation?
No side effects have been reported with BCAA supplementation, if they are taken in the recommended amounts.

Could BCAAs 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.

Supplement Facts:

Serving Size: 1 scoop (about 6g)
Servings Per Container: 60

Amount Per Serving: Carbohydrates <1g
>L-Leucine (USP) 3000 mg
L-Valine (USP) 1500 mg
L-Isoleucine (USP) 1500 mg

Other Ingredients: Citric Acid, Waxy Maize, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Sucralose, Acesulfame Potassium, and FD&C Blue #1 .

Directions: Mix one scoop (about 6g) with 6-8 ounces of water or your favorite cold beverage. For optimal use, take between meals and immediately after your workout. For serious bodybuilders we recommend mixing two scoops.

Disclaimer: Manufacturers continually change product specifications. While we try our best to keep product descriptions up to date, they do not necessarily reflect the latest information available from the manufacturer. We are not responsible for incorrect or outdated product descriptions and/or images.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

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Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 12,000 Powder, 400 Grams
 
3.8

(based on 5 reviews)

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75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good value (5)
  • Helps with immune system (3)

Cons

  • Doesn't mix well (4)

Best Uses

  • Post-workout (4)
  • Daily use (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Competitive athlete (5)

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2/24/2010
 
5.0

Great Product for the price

By GRUNT USMC

from Florida

About Me Competitive Athlete

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy To Take
  • Good Value
  • Helps With Fatigue
  • Helps With Immune System
  • Tastes Fine

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Daily Use
    • Post-workout
    • Pre-workout
    • Recovery From Injury

    Comments about Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 12,000 Powder, 400 Grams:

    I just mix it in with the jug of protein ...so I dont have to measure it everytime.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    2/23/2010
     
    3.0

    Ok

    By yairbz

    from Israel

    About Me Competitive Athlete

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Good Value

    Cons

    • Doesn't Mix Well

    Best Uses

    • Daily Use
    • Post-workout
    • Pre-workout

    Comments about Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 12,000 Powder, 400 Grams:

    Bad taste but good value for the money.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    5/20/2009
     
    5.0

    i`d buy this product again.

    By nina_bdsg

    from coconut creek, fl

    About Me Competitive Athlete, Mma pro athlete

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Good Value
    • Helps With Fatigue
    • Helps With Immune System
    • Helps With Stress

    Cons

    • Doesn't Mix Well
    • Strong taste

    Best Uses

    • After trainning
    • Daily Use
    • Dietary Replacement
    • Post-workout
    • Recovery From Injury

    Comments about Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 12,000 Powder, 400 Grams:

    mix two little scoops with some chocolate shake, then the flavor is gonna get neutral, so you can take easily.

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    5/3/2009
     
    5.0

    Nice stuff

    By tobsn

    from Germany, Hamburg

    About Me Competitive Athlete

    Pros

    • Good Value
    • Helps With Immune System
    • Helps With Stress

    Cons

    • Doesn't Mix Well

    Best Uses

      Comments about Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 12,000 Powder, 400 Grams:

      Nice stuff, flavour sucks, but thats what bcaa's tastes. Therefore you get accelerated progress. All in one, i'm totally happy with it.

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      3/4/2009

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      1.0

      Watch out

      By coco7

      from phoenix,AZ

      About Me Competitive Athlete

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Good Value

      Cons

      • Doesn't Mix Well

      Best Uses

      • Post-workout

      Comments about Ultimate Nutrition BCAA 12,000 Powder, 400 Grams:

      This is the worst tasting BCAA I have ever encountered. Not only does it not mix up it taste like ground up aspirin.I have blended and shaken the hell out of this stuff and it just does not want to delude. I would not recommend this product unless you just want to be disappointed every time by this BCAA. It might work if I could get it down without cringing from the taste and texture.

      Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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