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for Product: Optimum Nutrition Amino 2222 300 caps |
| Question 1: What is the difference between amino acids and branched chain amino acids? |
(Posted: 8th Feb, 2005) |
Answer: Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA's) are a group of three single Amino Acids, Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine, which are found in most Amino acid formulas. Amino Acids in general have a broad range of purposes in the body including the transportation of fats (Choline + Inositol) Liver function (Methionine) thyroid function (tyrosine) etc.
The Function of BCAA’s
They act as nitrogen carriers which assist the muscles in synthesizing other amino acids needed for anabolic muscle action. In simpler terms, BCAA's combine simpler amino acids to form a complex whole muscle tissue. In this action, BCAA's stimulate production of insulin, the main function of which is to allow circulating blood sugar to be taken up by the muscle cells and used as a source of energy. This insulin production promotes amino acid uptake by the muscle.
How Do BCAA’S Work?
During intense weight training the body is normally in a highly catabolic condition. When the body enters a catabolic state – that is a state in which muscle tissue is broken down, glycogen stores are being rapidly depleted and the liver in turn must synthesize glucose by a conversion of L-Alanine. Alanine makes up over half of the amino acid content released from muscles during exercise.
The release of BCAA's is generally recognized as the signal to the body to stop protein syntheses in the muscles, especially during these times of stress. Providing the Branch Chain Amino Acids, especially during those times of stress may profoundly affect this signal and allow protein synthesis to continue onward.
Supplements of BCAA’s – especially leucine and its derivatives ketoisocaproate (KIC) and hydroxymethylbutyrate (HMB) may be beneficial in reducing protein breakdown and keep the body out of a catabolic state and aid in maintaining a positive nitrogen balance. |
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| Question 2: Can this product plus musashi fat metaboliser and lglutamine work effectively or are they likely to impede the progress of each other. I want to lose fat yet i do not want to lose muscle mass while i am doing so? |
(Posted: 8th Feb, 2005) |
Answer: Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA's) are a group of three single Amino Acids, Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine, which are found in most Amino acid formulas. Amino Acids in general have a broad range of purposes in the body including the transportation of fats (Choline + Inositol) Liver function (Methionine) thyroid function (tyrosine) etc.
The Function of BCAA’s
They act as nitrogen carriers which assist the muscles in synthesizing other amino acids needed for anabolic muscle action. In simpler terms, BCAA's combine simpler amino acids to form a complex whole muscle tissue. In this action, BCAA's stimulate production of insulin, the main function of which is to allow circulating blood sugar to be taken up by the muscle cells and used as a source of energy. This insulin production promotes amino acid uptake by the muscle.
How Do BCAA’S Work?
During intense weight training the body is normally in a highly catabolic condition. When the body enters a catabolic state – that is a state in which muscle tissue is broken down, glycogen stores are being rapidly depleted and the liver in turn must synthesize glucose by a conversion of L-Alanine. Alanine makes up over half of the amino acid content released from muscles during exercise.
The release of BCAA's is generally recognized as the signal to the body to stop protein syntheses in the muscles, especially during these times of stress. Providing the Branch Chain Amino Acids, especially during those times of stress may profoundly affect this signal and allow protein synthesis to continue onward.
Supplements of BCAA’s – especially leucine and its derivatives ketoisocaproate (KIC) and hydroxymethylbutyrate (HMB) may be beneficial in reducing protein breakdown and keep the body out of a catabolic state and aid in maintaining a positive nitrogen balance. |
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| Question 3: Im 46 years old i used amino acid 2222 for one month and i do have high triglecyride and high cholesterol is the suplements affects my cholesterol and liver enzynes and can u recomend for me a suplement which is not harmful for my cholesterol levels putting in mind that id like to gain muscles and loose fat and my weight is 78 kg body fat are 16% of my total weight and id like to reach 8%? |
(Posted: 19th Nov, 2007) |
Answer: Im not sure they would impact on cholesterol levels. They may indeed have an effect on Liver enzymes but nothing harmful, they may just stay at a marginally higher level than normal.
There is no way to increase protein consumption without this minor increase. |
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| Question 4: I dont continue my regular workout now but i want to start it from today...i hav amino 2222.... so can i directly start using it before and after workout as normal or do i have to reduce the dosage.....or do i start with some protien supplements followed by amino 2222 ....which method is advisable....? |
(Posted: 9th April, 2009) |
| Answer: You can start directly on them, it would be helpful to be using a protein as well. It will not only help with growth but also with recovery. |
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| Question 5: I am 17 years old and i had lost about 40 kg i wan to start bodybuilding is it suitable for me to start with amino acid 2222 , is it safe , what is its side effects ? |
(Posted: 22nd July, 2009) |
| Answer: You could start with that no problem at all. Synabol would be a better option to help with recovery and muscle growth. |
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| Question 6: Any idea how long before recreate is back in stock? |
(Posted: 22nd Oct, 2009) |
Answer: Hi Adrian,
USP Labs are currently going through the licensing process with all of their products, so we don't have an exact eta sorry. Hopefully it will be within the next two months but we can't say for sure.
If you are looking for another thermogenic, our most popular sellers are Thermalene Extreme by Syn-Tec, PyrogenX by Horleys or Hydroxycut Hardcore.
Thanks |
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| Question 7: Can hydroxycut max be used with fat stop capsules? |
(Posted: 28th Oct, 2009) |
Answer: HI - it can but you are probably just wasting your money as they are both designed to do the same thing. Which in turn doesnt mean you will those "more". If you are wanting to lose body fat and already have the fat stop we would recommend stacking the D-toxilean or Acetyl L-carnitine as thats what we all do here for a great fat loss combo.
Hope this helps... |
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Question 8: Hi, I just bought Amino acid 2222 and its my first time using it.
I have started to take 1 pill 1 hr before training and 1 pill straight after training. is this enough? do i have to take 2 pills before and after training or 1 is enought.... also the days which i dont train do i still take 1 or 2 pills and when?
Many thanks? |
(Posted: 28th Oct, 2009) |
Answer: I suggest you up your intake before and after training as suggested below.
Suggested use says (which I agree with)
Caps: As a dietary suppliment consume 2 capsules before meals and again before and after training.
Only take before your meals if you feel your Protein intake is insufficient on your non-training days. |
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| Question 9: Amino acid or whey protein? Which one could i start with? or can i use both? Any problems. or can i use Serious Mass? |
(Posted: 28th Oct, 2009) |
Answer: I recommend you take free form Amino Acids before training as they protect muscles from breakdown. Before training they are very anabolic when used in conjunction with carbohydrates post training. If you are looking to bulk i would recommend a protein carbohydrate shake as you are getting calories, carbohydrates and amino acids from a Whey Protein shake.
The best way to use free form amino acids pre-training would be in a pre workout drink like NAPALM or BLACK POWDER. The best way to use the free form amino's during training would be in a intra workout like CREABOLAN or WAR and then use your Protein carbohydrate shake once you finish. |
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| Question 10: Hi bro. I'm 21 my weight is 65 kg & I'm 175 cm .. bought amino 2222 .... 5 caps per day will be good or what ???? and how much weight can i get ?? |
(Posted: 28th Oct, 2009) |
Answer: The suggested use is: Consume 2 capsules before meals and again before and after training.
Free form Amino Acids protect muscles from breakdown. Before training they are very anabolic when used in conjunction with carbohydrates post training. If you are looking to bulk I would recommend a protein carbohydrate shake as you are getting calories, carbohydrates and amino acids from the Whey Protein shake.
As for how much weight can you gain, it is impossible to answer with so many factors involved. |
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| Question 11: What are the side effects of taking amino 2222? is there a negative side effects? |
(Posted: 26th Nov, 2009) |
| Answer: There are no negative side effects that have been reported that we know of. |
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| Question 12: Can A-bomb,T-bomb,Leukic,Gakic, Hydrocycut be taken all together? |
(Posted: 2nd Dec, 2009) |
| Answer: Hi. It is fine for these products to be taken together. A-Bomb and Leukic are both Anabolic activators. So I wouldn’t double up on this supplement. It would be fine to take T-Bomb, A-Bomb, Gakic and Hydroxycut together. Hydroxycut is a thermogenic, so as long as your water intake is kept up it should be fine. |
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Question 13: Hi,
i am using whey protein but my gym instructor told me to use amino acid 2222 so want to start it but confuse how much and how many time to use because gym instructor said after exercise 6 or 7 capsules at same time but the shop i bought said 3 capsules in morning and same before and after work out and he said i can also use whey protein after work out so please help me. What should i do? |
(Posted: 12th Jan, 2010) |
| Answer: Hi. It states on the bottle to use 2 caps morning and 2 caps before and after training. It really depends on your size whether or not to increase that dosage. I would stick to the suggested use and i would still consume a WPI shake within 45mins after training. Hope this helps. |
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