Welcome to another weekend short of The Matter Over Mind Experience
This is your host, Master trainer and Weight Management Expert, Narado Zeco Powell
This weekend, let’s talk about amino acids, what they do & why take them in supplement form
Let’s begin
Amino acids are molecules that combine to form proteins.
Amino acids and proteins are the building blocks of life.
They are the molecules that all living things need to make protein
The human body uses amino acids to make proteins to help the body: Break down food. Grow. Repair body tissue.
Now let’s discuss what they do
They’re vital for functions throughout your body, including protein synthesis, tissue repair, and nutrient absorption.
Some may also help prevent muscle loss, support recovery after surgery, and improve mood, sleep, and athletic performance.
Proper amino acid levels are important for muscle development and strength.
They help control the balance between the atrophy and growth of human muscle.
Now, should you take them in supplement form?
You can usually get all the essential amino acids your body needs by eating a healthy, balanced diet.
Some people take amino acid supplements to get better sleep, improve their mood and enhance athletic performance.
Before I talk about supplements, I want to remind everyone that there are 9 essential amino acids that our bodies cannot produce and we have to get from our diet
A high protein diet can provide all 9, however supplementing with an Essential Amino Acids (EAAs) can help to fill in the gap
Keep in mind that I said EAAs, not BCAAs that have only 3 essential aminos.
If you will supplement, then I recommend EAAs because they have all 9, instead of BCAAs that have only 3.
