This is a great video linked to me by rasse. This guy basically covers BCAA supplementation. The overview of it is Leucine is responsible for protein synthesis in the body and what supplement companies that sell BCAA products want you to believe is that by supplementing with more of it you can increase your gains and recovery(this is true). Protein synthesis peeks at around 3-4g of leucine per meal now if you already have a sufficient source of protein ie chicken, tuna, whey. Since this is true BCAAs seem to be a complete and utter waste because you're already capping out above that 3-4g of leucine. However I do believe Layne Norton's research said something about keeping protein synthesis elevated between meals by supplementing with 3-4g of leucine so you could use it for that. Other than that it seems you're wasting your money.
BCAA's are they really worth it? That's what my thread will tell you if you take the time to read it.
BCAA's are they really worth it? Everyone already knows this. Why would you post a thread asking a question then answer your own question...?
BCAA's are they really worth it? This was supposed to be informative for the people that didn't know. && no everybody does not already know this. Have you seen the "Should I bulk or cut" or "What should I eat" or my classic favorite "I can't gain weight" threads?
BCAA's are they really worth it? Layne's research was done in rats, and has a ton of contradictory information and controversy around it. Take it with a grain of salt.
BCAA's are they really worth it? And bcaa supps are supposed to help this? K All those threads have a common theme... Diet
BCAA's are they really worth it? Furthermore, do you realize that Layne is sponsored by Xtend? Makers of a BCAAs?