What are the types of amino acids and what are there primary functions?
Important amino acids for athletes are as follows: Glutamine – known to have an effect on body composition, regulation of body weight and the immune system. Branched Chain Amino Acids known as Isoleucine, Leucine and Valine – known to promote protein synthesis, serve as muscle fuel, combat fatigue and strengthen the immune system. Arginine – known to have a positive effect on weight loss and body fat loss; as well as, serve as a precursor for creatine which may increase the size and strength of muscles. Lysine – known to release growth hormones. How does Aminogen work? Aminogen works its best when you are on a high protein diet. According to the RDA a high protein diet is anything over 56g of protein per day based on a 150 pound person. Again, Aminogen, as defined above, works with your body and on the protein in your digestive system to make more free amino acids available for use by the body. Why do I need these proteins broken down into amino acids? Many athletes ingest higher amoun
