Evidence supporting the use of: Amino Acid (unspecified)
For the health condition: Athletic and Exercise Aids

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Amino acids, both individually and in mixtures, have been studied for their potential to support athletic performance and exercise recovery. Essential amino acids (EAAs), branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), and general amino acid supplementation are commonly used as athletic and exercise aids. The rationale is that amino acids serve as the building blocks for muscle protein synthesis, which is critical for muscle repair and growth following exercise. Scientific studies suggest that certain amino acids, particularly BCAAs (leucine, isoleucine, and valine) and EAAs, may help reduce muscle soreness, decrease exercise-induced muscle damage, and promote the recovery of muscle function.

However, the evidence is mixed. Some clinical trials report modest benefits in muscle recovery, reduced fatigue, and improved muscle synthesis, especially when protein intake from the diet is insufficient. Other studies indicate that for most athletes consuming adequate dietary protein, additional amino acid supplementation provides little or no extra benefit for performance or muscle gain.

Meta-analyses and systematic reviews conclude that while amino acid supplementation may be helpful in specific contexts (such as during heavy training or caloric restriction), its overall impact on athletic performance is moderate. Thus, the use of "Amino Acid (unspecified)" as an athletic and exercise aid is justified by scientific evidence, but the strength of the evidence is moderate (rated 3/5), and the benefits are more pronounced in certain populations or under specific conditions.

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collagen
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cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
curcumin
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green tea
guarana
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l-isoleucine
l-alanine
l-alanyl-l-glutamine
l-arginine
l-carnitine
l-citrulline
l-glutamine
l-glycine
l-leucine
l-ornithine
l-taurine
l-tyrosine
l-valine
maca
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maltodextrin
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