Evidence supporting the use of: Beef Extract
For the health condition: Body Building

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Beef extract has historically been used in the context of bodybuilding and physical performance, primarily due to longstanding beliefs in its nutritional value. Dating back to the late 19th and early 20th centuries, beef extract products (such as Bovril or Liebig's Extract) were marketed as concentrated sources of protein, amino acids, and micronutrients thought to support muscle growth, recovery, and strength. Many early bodybuilders and athletes included beef extracts in their diets, believing these products could deliver the benefits of beef in a convenient, easily digestible form. However, most of the supporting evidence from this era was anecdotal or based on basic understanding of nutrition rather than rigorous scientific study.

Modern scientific research on beef extract as a specific supplement for bodybuilding is sparse. While beef itself is a good source of protein and essential amino acids, the actual protein content in traditional beef extracts is relatively low compared to modern protein supplements like whey or casein. Some beef extracts may provide small amounts of creatine and micronutrients, but these are not present in concentrations likely to produce significant ergogenic effects. As such, while there is a strong tradition supporting beef extract for bodybuilding, current scientific validation is limited, and its efficacy is likely inferior to more contemporary protein and amino acid supplements.

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