Evidence supporting the use of: Blend (Amino Acid/Protein)
For the health condition: Body Building

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 4

Blends of amino acids and proteins are widely used to support bodybuilding, and their use is well-supported by scientific evidence. Protein is essential for muscle protein synthesis, which is the process by which the body builds new muscle tissue in response to resistance training. Numerous studies have shown that consuming high-quality proteins—including blends of whey, casein, and plant-based proteins—can support muscle hypertrophy, strength gains, and improved recovery when combined with regular resistance exercise.

Specific amino acids, such as leucine, are known to be particularly important for stimulating muscle protein synthesis. Blended protein supplements often combine fast-digesting proteins (like whey) with slower-digesting proteins (like casein) to provide a sustained release of amino acids, potentially optimizing muscle repair and growth over a longer period.

Systematic reviews and meta-analyses consistently demonstrate that protein supplementation (at intakes of about 1.6–2.2 g/kg body weight per day) enhances gains in muscle mass and strength, especially in individuals engaging in resistance exercise. While whole foods can provide adequate protein, supplements are used for convenience and to ensure optimal intake.

In summary, there is robust scientific validation for the use of protein and amino acid blends in bodybuilding to support muscle growth, strength, and recovery, especially when dietary protein intake is insufficient or when convenience is a priority.

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7-Keto-DHEA
Acetyl L-carnitine
adenosine 5-triphosphate disodium (ATP)
alpha-ketoglutarate (AKG)
amino acids
anchovies
ashwagandha
aspartic acid
beta-alanine
bovine
branched-chain amino acids
caffeine
capsaicinoids
coleus forskohlii
conjugated linoleic acid (CLA)
creatine monohydrate
curcumin
gelatin
ginseng
greens blend (proprietary)
hydroxycitric acid
l-isoleucine
iron
L-cysteine
L-glutamine
L-glycine
L-leucine
L-methionine
L-Ornithine
L-valine
magnesium
maltodextrin
milk
omega-3 fatty acids
ornithine alpha-ketoglutarate
protein
Almond fruit
vitamin D
whey protein
zinc
wheat germ
Algae
chickpea protein
brown rice protein
AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK)
1,3,7-Trimethylpurine-2,6-dione
2a, 17a-dimethyl-17b-hydroxy-5a-androstan-3-one
4-DHEA
Arginine Alpha Ketoglutarate
Arachidonic Acid
Arginine malate
Alpha glyceryl
Alpha-ketoisocaproic acid
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
Algal protein
Alpha hydroxyisocaproic acid
Anti-aromatase
Animal protein
Beef Protein
Beef
Beef liver
Bovine Protein
beta-lactoglobulin
Ba Ji Tian
banana
Chia seed
Casein
Cardarine
Citrus
Capsaicin
Capsiate
Chicken
D-Aspartic Acid
Dihydrocapsiate
Deer Velvet
D-Ribose
Dextrose
Eurycomanone
Egg
Eurycoma Longifolia
Ecdysteroids
Elthyl-Alpha-Guanido-Methyl-Ethanoate
Ecdysterone
Egg protein
Fungus
Fadogia agrestis
Forskolin
glucose
Hydroxymethylbutyrate
HMB Hydroxymethylbutyrate
Isoleucine
Ketosterones
leucine alpha-ketoglutarate
Lactalbumin
Lactoglobulin
Lipids
Marine Protein
Milk Protein
Phytoecdysteroid
Protodioscin
Phosphatidic Acid
Palatinose
Propionate ester
Peptides
Rhaponticum
Synephrine
Safed musli
Ursolic Acid
yohimbine
Zucchini

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