Evidence supporting the use of: Proprietary Blend (Amino Acid/Protein)
For the health condition: Athletic and Exercise Aids

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Synopsis

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

Amino acid and protein proprietary blends are commonly included in athletic and exercise aid supplements, and their use is primarily justified by scientific evidence, although the strength of the evidence varies depending on the specific amino acids and proteins included. Research has shown that protein supplementation, particularly with complete proteins such as whey, can support muscle protein synthesis, muscle recovery, and strength gains following resistance exercise. Essential amino acids, and especially branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs: leucine, isoleucine, and valine), have also been studied for their roles in reducing exercise-induced muscle damage and promoting muscle repair. However, the evidence is not uniform for all proprietary blends, as the actual composition and dosages are often undisclosed, making it difficult to directly link a proprietary blend to observed benefits. Studies on named amino acids and proteins (not blends) show moderate evidence of effectiveness, especially for supporting recovery and muscle growth. The addition of specific amino acids such as leucine is well documented to stimulate muscle protein synthesis via the mTOR pathway. Despite this, not all proprietary blends are created equal, and the lack of transparency in labeling can be problematic. Overall, the scientific basis for the use of amino acids and protein to support exercise performance and recovery is moderately strong, but the efficacy of undisclosed proprietary blends is less certain, warranting a rating of 3 out of 5 for the evidence supporting their use as athletic and exercise aids.

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Other ingredients used for Athletic and Exercise Aids

7-Keto-DHEA
acetyl l-carnitine
adenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)
alpha d-ribofuranose
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
ashwagandha
astaxanthin
bacillus subtilis
beet
beta-alanine
black tea
bovine
branched-chain amino acids
caffeine
capsaicinoids
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
collagen
colostrum
conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
cordyceps
creatine monohydrate
curcumin
eleuthero
ginseng
green tea
guarana
guayusa
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
magnesium
maltodextrin
muira puama
Acetyl-L-Tyrosine
omega-3 fatty acids
ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate
peppermint oil
protein
pyridoxal-5-phosphate (P-5-P)
rhodiola
black ginger
spirulina
tongkat ali
tribulus
vitamin C
watermelon
whey protein
suma
jiaogulan
capsicum
bee pollen
cistanche
electrolytes blend (proprietary)
yerba mate
algae
cocoa
brown rice protein
sea salt
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
2, 17a-dimethyl-17b-hydroxy-5a-androst-2-ene
Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate
Antler
Arginine Creatine
Arginine nitrate
Arachidonic Acid
Arginine malate
Arginine aspartate
Alpha glyceryl
Alpha-ketoisocaproic acid
Agmatine
adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
Algal protein
Alpha hydroxyisocaproic acid
Arginine silicate
Bicarbonate
Beef Protein
Bovine Protein
Bulbine natalensis
Ba Ji Tian
BCAA
Camellia sinensis
Coconut
Casein
Cardarine
Capsinoids
Citrate malate
Capsiate
Creatine
D-Aspartic Acid
Dihydrocapsiate
Deer Velvet
D-Ribose
Ephedra
Elk antler
Ecdysteroids
Elthyl-Alpha-Guanido-Methyl-Ethanoate
Ecdysterone
Ephedrine
glucose
Isoleucine
Ketone Salts
Milk Protein
Quinoa Protein
salt
yohimbine

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