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Written by Navneet Kaur, M.Sc. Nutrition & Dietetics
Diet
BCAA stands for Branched-Chain Amino Acids, leucine, isoleucine, and valine. These are essential for muscle repair and energy production.
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BCAAs help reduce muscle soreness after intense workouts by accelerating tissue repair, making it perfect for gym-goers.
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During calorie deficit or fasting, BCAAs can act as fuel, preserving lean muscle mass.
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Feeling fatigued halfway through the workout? BCAA supplementation can reduce fatigue, keeping you stronger for longer.
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Leucine stimulates muscle protein synthesis, making BCAAs ideal during bulking or cutting.
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Do you train with an empty stomach? BCAAs offer energy support and prevent muscle loss for a fasted workout.
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Whey has all 9 EAAs, but BCAAs are faster-acting and best intra-workout. Both are very different products with different benefits; pair both for maximum gains.
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It is ideal around workouts, before, during, or after. It can also be taken between meals.
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Weightlifters, runners, athletes, and even vegetarians who lack amino acids in their diet.
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BCAA leads to better performance & recovery. Add it to your stack for better muscle health & fat loss results!
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