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When it comes to supplements, timing is everything. You can research supplements until you’re blue in the face, but if you don’t now how and when to take them, you’re just flushing money down the drain. Proper supplement timing is an essential factor in maximizing your muscle and performance...

One of the more heated debates in sports nutrition circles is whether you need to supplement with branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) to maximize muscle building, or if you get enough of them through whole foods and protein shakes. The most often discussed aminos are the three branched-chain...

Protein is necessary for many things. Whether you want to lose weight, gain muscle, recover from a tough workout, feel more satiated at mealtime or simply maintain good health, it’s important to get adequate amounts of healthy protein. PROTEIN BASICS Protein is a crucial component of every...

Reasons You Need Amino Acids in Your Bodybuilding Stack By Brendon I Boid They may be present in your favorite protein powders and are found in most of the food you eat but believe it or not, most fitness enthusiasts and in particular, bodybuilders know very little about amino acids and the...

If you’re looking to burn fat and build muscle then you’ll obviously need to be training regularly and watching your diet. Losing fat is difficult enough, but losing fat and building muscle near simultaneously is extremely complex and is only something that only a select few individuals in the...

Proteins are the big guns necessary for the structure, function and regulation of all cells, tissues and organs in the body. The macronutrient is composed of 20 amino acids or building blocks. The body can make some amino acids itself, but there are nine essential ones you must obtain from food...

Reasons You Need Amino Acids in Your Bodybuilding Stack By Brendon I Boid They may be present in your favorite protein powders and are found in most of the food you eat but believe it or not, most fitness enthusiasts and in particular, bodybuilders know very little about amino acids and the...

Omega-3s Have Positive Effects on Heart, Muscle Anabolism and Fat Burning by: Anssi Manninen, M.H.S. Reproduced, with permission, from Musclar Development The human body needs fatty acids, and it can make all but two of them: linoleic acid (omega-6 fatty acid) and linolenic acid (omega-3 fatty...

Africa Studio Protein, that macronutrient that helps repair and regrow damaged muscles, is undoubtedly the most important nutrient in an athlete’s diet. Not only that, protein (in any form, whether it be whey, casein, or plant-based) helps keep bones, cartilage, and blood healthy. So it’s...

aminos.jpg When combined with a clean diet and a rigorous training program, a well-rounded supplement regimen can truly take your gains to the next level. This you know. What you may not know, however, is that some supps are effective, and others are basically worthless. Take branched-chain...

Sponsored Content OFF THE CHAIN® Aminos is an incredible breakthrough in the supplementation of Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA's) and recovery aids for muscle growth and repair. With it's intention of use before, during and after training, our BCAAs help kick-start protein synthesis which...

Holistic Foods With Amazing Amino Acid Benefits By Justin Vict Posted Wednesday, February 8, 2017 When going vegan or vegetarian, most people relish in the antioxidant, rich mineral, and vitamin benefits that their newfound veggie-filled lifestyle is about to bestow them. They have good reason...

61 Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids Posted on:Thursday, June 7th 2012 at 9:00 am Written By:Pat Robinson There is strong evidence that omega-3 fatty acids have a beneficial effect in bipolar disorder. Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation is associated with reduced mania and...

Learn The Facts: Does Excess Dietary Protein Get Stored As Fat? Written By Dylan Klein It’s not uncommon to hear claims that dietary protein eaten in excess of some arbitrary number will be stored as body fat. Even those who are supposed to be reputable sources for nutrition information...

Vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids may optimize brain serotonin concentrations and function Although essential marine omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D have been shown to improve cognitive function and behavior in the context of certain brain disorders, the underlying mechanism has been unclear. In...

Here is an article from Jim Stoppani's website, exposing another of the supplement industries tricks from Feb 22, 2014. Protein Spiking Another dirty trick that many supplement companies use to fool you! It’s time I filled you in on yet another dirty trick that many supplement companies use...

Alright everybody I have a question on how important Amino Acids are especially for someone like me that wants to bulk. I just met an old school bodybuilder, and the guy still looks impressive !!! We talked about lifting, exercises, food, and supplements. One thing he kept telling me was to drop...