{"product_id":"bcaa-pro-4-1-1-200-compresse-yamamoto","title":"Bcaa PRO 4:1:1 200 tablets YAMAMOTO","description":"\u003cp\u003eBCAA PRO 4:1:1 by Yamamoto Nutrition is a matrix composed of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100% from pharmaceutical grade and certified branched chain amino acids\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e, obtained through\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003evegetable fermentation, in a 4:1:1 ratio\u003c\/strong\u003e . Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAA) are 3 amino acids that are part of the group of essential amino acids, that is, those that the human body is not able to synthesize autonomously in sufficient quantities to satisfy its needs, and which must therefore be\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emust be taken through the diet\u003c\/strong\u003e . It is important to remember that BCAAs are part of the essential amino acids EAA (Essential Amino Acid), and that amino acids are the organic molecules that our body uses to form the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eproteins\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe formula is also enriched with the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003evitamin B1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhich supports normal energy metabolism and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003evitamin B6\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhich contributes to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, and to the maintenance of normal protein and glycogen metabolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e BCAA PRO 4:1:1 is characterized by the presence of a ratio of l-leucine, l-isoleucine and l-valine of 4:1:1, therefore with\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003egreater presence of leucine\u003c\/strong\u003e : this amino acid is in fact\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eessential for protein synthesis\u003c\/strong\u003e . Below are the main characteristics of these 3 amino acids:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLeucine\u003c\/strong\u003e : Found naturally in milk, corn, chicken, and eggs. It plays an important role in muscle growth and is an alternative energy source during intense physical activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIsoleucine\u003c\/strong\u003e : Found primarily in corn, potatoes, chicken, eggs, peanuts, bresaola, and lamb. It is closely linked to glucose requirements (in fact, it is considered a glucogenic and ketogenic amino acid), prevents the catabolism of structural proteins, and promotes recovery after prolonged exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eValine\u003c\/strong\u003e : Egg white powder, soy protein, spirulina algae, dairy products, and other dairy products are rich in it. It plays an important role, especially in tissue reconstruction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e BCAAs are one of the most popular dietary supplements among athletes, bodybuilders, and fitness enthusiasts in general. These amino acids are essential for muscle protein synthesis and\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emuscle tissue repair\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edamaged during exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThey represent approximately\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e35% of essential amino acids in muscle proteins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand are particularly important for the maintenance and growth of lean muscle mass. Additionally, BCAAs can help\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ereduce fatigue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emuscle and improve performance during exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e One of the main benefits of taking BCAA supplements is their ability to increase muscle protein synthesis: leucine appears to be the most important amino acid for stimulating muscle protein synthesis, by activating a metabolic pathway called mTOR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eIn addition to their branched-chain structure, the other peculiarity of these amino acids lies in their metabolism. In fact,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThey are the only amino acids that are not metabolized in the liver and pass directly into muscle tissue.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHere they are metabolized by the enzyme BCCA aminotransferase which, precisely, is not present in the liver.\u003cbr\u003e All three branched-chain amino acids are insulinogenic, but unlike other amino acids that stimulate insulin, they are not glucagonogenic. This property has attracted interest in the supplement market due to the benefits of post-exercise insulin spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuality first\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a branched chain amino acid supplement for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eBranched chain amino acids have 3 main functions: they are\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eused for protein synthesis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ewhere, together with the other 17 alpha amino acids, they are the building blocks of proteins,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eused for energy purposes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAnd\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ethey act as signal molecules\u003c\/strong\u003e . \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-label-container\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-label\"\u003e Nutritional Information \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-content\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n\u003ctable class=\"iaftable\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"4\"\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eNutritional Information\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePer daily dose (5 tablets)\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e L-Leucine\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 3.33 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e L-Isoleucine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 0.83 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e L-Valine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 0.83 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Vitamin B6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 2 mg (143% NRV*)\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Vitamin B1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e 1.3 mg (118% NRV*)\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e *NRV = Nutrient Reference Values - Regulation (EU) No. 1169\/2011 \u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__ingredients\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-wrapper\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-label-container\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-label\"\u003e Ingredients\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n \u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-content\"\u003eL-leucine, bulking agent: cellulose; L-isoleucine, L-valine, stabilizers: cross-linked sodium carboxymethylcellulose, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids; anti-caking agents: silicon dioxide, magnesium salts of fatty acids; pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), thiamine hydrochloride (vitamin B1). \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__warnings\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-wrapper\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-label-container\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-label\"\u003e Warnings\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-content\"\u003e Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. A varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. Keep out of reach of children under three years of age. Do not use during pregnancy or in children, or for prolonged periods without consulting a doctor. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-content\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__usage_directions\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-wrapper\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-label-container\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-label\"\u003e How to use and take\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-content\"\u003e Take 5 tablets once a day, with water or other beverage, before training or competitions or immediately after. \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details__our_advice\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-wrapper\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-label-container\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-label\"\u003e Our advice\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-details-additional-into-content\"\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eWe recommend dividing the daily intake of branched chain amino acids (5 tablets) between pre and post workout, therefore\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 in the pre-workout and 3 in the post\u003c\/strong\u003e . In this way, both the anabolism processes will be supported and the muscle catabolism processes will be counteracted,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003esupporting muscle growth while preserving tissues subjected to stress\u003c\/strong\u003e . On rest days, the product can be taken at any time of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eShould they be taken before or after training?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Taking BCAAs is a good strategy for both pre- and post-workout: they are extremely effective in both situations. They counteract muscle catabolism following intense physical activity and simultaneously replenish muscle with plastic material. Therefore, our advice remains to split the intake between pre- and post-workout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI take branched-chain amino acids: is it correct to also add protein intake?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Most high-biological-value proteins contain a full spectrum of essential amino acids, including all branched-chain amino acids. In situations such as low-calorie or high-protein diets, increased needs, or even sarcopenia, BCAA supplementation can be beneficial. Whether or not you consume protein and amino acids together is important.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eit depends on the quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(biological value)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eof protein and total daily protein intake.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIf you take BCAAs but don't meet your protein requirement, you can also take protein at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eI've heard of other BCAA supplements with different ratios, why should I choose Yamamoto Nutrition's 4:1:1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 4:1:1 ratio of the three branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) found in BCAA 4:1:1—leucine, isoleucine, and valine—has been specifically formulated to maximize protein synthesis and muscle repair after exercise. While some other BCAA supplements may have different ratios of these amino acids, the 4:1:1 ratio has been shown to be the most effective for increasing muscle protein synthesis and helping reduce muscle breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSo which one to choose between 2:1:1, 4:1:1 or 8:1:1?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The answer to this question isn't exactly straightforward. Many variables must be taken into account, including, in many cases, the reason for using the supplement. Below, we'll try to provide some tips to help you make your choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBCAA 2:1:1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– They primarily serve as energy support during long, intense workouts and for muscle recovery. They are therefore suitable for pre- and post-workout use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBCAA 4:1:1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Reducing fatigue, supporting increased energy demands, and aiding recovery: these are the main benefits of taking this type of BCAA. So, it's suitable for both intra- and post-workout use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBCAA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8:1:1\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e– Do we need to fully recover after training? The high amount of leucine supports this process while still meeting the energy demands that arise after training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Why choose our supplement:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 100% pharmaceutical grade branched chain amino acids (BCAAs);\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 100% plant-based fermentation of completely natural carbohydrates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Pure raw material, free from contaminants, extremely soluble and 98-99% bioavailable;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n \u003cli\u003eSupports protein synthesis and muscle mass development;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e L-leucine, l-isoleucine, l-valine ratio of 4:1:1;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Added vitamins B1 and B6;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Counteracts muscle catabolism and supports performance;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Ingredients of the highest quality and safety;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 100% Italian production. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Yamamoto","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55115873878341,"sku":null,"price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0495\/2870\/1087\/files\/BcaaPRO411200compresseYAMAMOTO.webp?v=1752079233","url":"https:\/\/www.fightclubstore.co.uk\/products\/bcaa-pro-4-1-1-200-tablets-yamamoto","provider":"Fight Club Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}