Essential Amino Acids help build and repair proteins within the body…
Proteins – chains composed of one or more amino acids – activate most chemical reactions in the body. They regulate gene expression, make up the major structural elements of all cells, regulate the immune system, and form the major constituents of muscle tissue. Every aspect of bodily function relies heavily on proteins. Source
Amino acids also serve as neurotransmitters, hormones, and aid in modulation of countless physiological processes. Intake of all 9 essential amino acids is necessary to support muscle growth, maintenance, and repair (NIH ODS, 2024). In addition, intake of protein and all essential amino acids can promote positive changes in body composition, including fat loss, when consumed as part of an exercise regimen (Jager, 2017).
Some of the many roles amino acids play within the body include:
- Protein synthesis, or simply, the creation of proteins within the body
- Growth and repair of tissues, including collagen and elastin
- Repairing and rebuilding muscles – an ongoing process in everyone, but demands are higher in those who exercise
- Supporting immune function
- Synthesizing neurotransmitters and hormones
- Energy production and fat metabolism
- Regulation of digestion as the precursor to digestive enzymes
† Benefits assume daily use and are evidence-based estimates rooted in clinical science at the ingredient level. Individual results may vary. Optimal results when combined with resistance training/exercise.