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• Lean muscle building – Leucine triggers muscle protein synthesis through mTOR and stimulates the release of IGF-1 and growth hormone which are the major anabolic hormones leading to muscle gain
• Recovery – The amino acid glutamine helps to buffer the lactic acid in the muscles thereby reducing cramps and speeding up recovery
• Immunity – Via glutathione production, an antioxidant that fights free radicals, and molecules that cause cellular damage. Glutathione also helps to break down nutrients, and active enzymes, produce proteins, repair DNA, inactivate toxins, and regulate the immune system
• Reduce stress – Tryptophan is one of the amino acids present in protein that can be converted into 5 HTP which is used to make serotonin and melatonin that affect the brain and influence sleep and stress relief. Arginine, ornithine, and glutamine promote sleep as they detoxify the ammonia part of the urea cycle
• Hair health – Cysteine is a potent antioxidant that shields the hair from sun damage and other harmful radiations. Cysteine also provides sulfur to hair cells and enhances texture and strength. Methionine is another essential amino acid for hair growth. This increases blood supply to the hair follicles and scalp, which leads to hair growth
• Energy – Through creatine production, a natural substance found in the body made from the amino acids – arginine, glycine, and methionine. Creatine has a direct role in ATP (the energy currency of every cell) production in the body
• Bone and joint health – Methionine and arginine help to release the hormones within the body, especially the growth hormone (GH) which improves collagen tissue repair and the formation of nitric oxide which acts as a vasodilator and enhances circulation and nutrient transportation via the bloodstream
• Heart health – Arginine is a semi-essential amino acid that improves circulation and oxygen supply through the formation of nitric oxide which relaxes the walls of blood vessels and improves blood flow through them. Taurine (made from cysteine) regulates the calcium and potassium supply to the heart which regulates the blood pressure and also inhibits the clumping of blood platelets