Natural Foods as Ergogenic Aids: Part 2 — Whole Food Protein
Branched-chain amino acids, otherwise known as BCAAs (which include leucine, isoleucine and valine), are generally used by endurance athletes as an alternate source of energy when glycogen (carbohydrates stored as energy in the muscles) reserves dip too low (Rosenbloom). BCAAs are highly coveted among athletes because they have a much greater impact on muscle protein synthesis; they are also… Read more →