Question 1

If I am exercising twice or thrice a day, can I take BCAA supplements as many times as necessary?

Accepted Answer

No. BCAAs have been proven to be effective within a specific dose range, and exceeding this range might cause features of toxicity. The safe limit has been mentioned earlier in this guide, and you must stick to it. If you are exercising multiple times a day, you can divide the prescribed dose as per your convenience. Before you do any of this, though, DO NOT FORGET TO CONSULT A SPECIALIST!

Question 2

Will these make me gain muscle mass?

Accepted Answer

No. BCAAs do not provide the complete spectrum of protein supplement, which helps you gain any muscle mass. Do not confuse the two. BCAAs are purely meant to assist you with muscle fatigue that accompanies a bout of workout. If you are looking to gain muscles, BCAAs are not your friends.

Question 3

Will they help me lose weight?

Accepted Answer

No. These are not diet pills or supplements either. They are amino acids that are acting specifically in your muscles and supporting them, so they rebuild after a session. They do not work on fat and as such are not involved with them in any way.

Question 4

Are cheaper brands bad in quality? Should I go for costlier ones?

Accepted Answer

This is debatable. The cheaper and more economical options will contain the three basic requirements in the correct ratio. However, they may not contain the same amount of excipients and flavours and coloring agents as the costlier versions. There are brands that do not add any flavor to their products, and yet they have been reported by the masses to be equally effective u2013 if you can grunt through the taste that is. The costlier versions come in a variety of flavors ranging from apples to strawberries and are reported to be more palatable compared to their counterparts with no flavours. So you decide, but cheaper does not mean less effective.

Question 5

Can BCAAs only be taken by bodybuilders and professionals?

Accepted Answer

No. If you are into any form of exercise, you can benefit from BCAAs. They are here to relieve your muscles from the pain.

Question 6

Can BCAAs be taken if I am suffering from a chronic disease?

Accepted Answer

Only if your physician gives a green light. While suffering from a chronic condition makes life difficult, extra points for you if you are trying to get healthy. However, the use of BCAAs in disease conditions is still a matter of study. Depending on which condition youu2019re suffering from, your physician can assist you with the dosage or even let you know whether the BCAAs are contraindicated or not. Some studies have demonstrated in rats, that patients suffering from liver disease can benefit from BCAAs, but do not take them for granted. It is always wise to get an opinion first.

Question 7

When should I take BCAAs? Before, or after the exercise?

Accepted Answer

Whether you take it before or after exercise is entirely up to you. If you are taking it before a workout, you will need to take it at least 30 minutes in advance, so you donu2019t feel uncomfortable during the exercise. If itu2019s a matter of taking it after the workout, it can be taken anytime. The thought process here is, if taken well in advance before the exercise, it can benefit the muscles during workouts. However, the people have spoken. There are reports that it does not make a difference in the efficacy of BCAA action, whether you take it before or after the exercise. You do what you are comfortable with.

Question 8

Will I feel bloated?

Accepted Answer

You might! It depends on the source where the BCAA extracts are taken from. Some of these sources are milk-based or soy-based proteins and may prove allergenic in those who have a history. If you experience symptoms such as nausea, bloating, headaches, you should stop taking the supplement and talk to your physician.

Question 9

Do BCAAs work?

Accepted Answer

The effects of BCAAs have been proven through various studies viz. their impact on muscle fatigue resolution, regeneration of muscles, etc. Are the measurable results are equitable between individuals? Most likely not! The concept of idiosyncrasy is derived from the fact that not all individuals of a species respond to medication or oral supplements (among other things) the same. There is a significant inter-individual variation seen with all kinds of products, e.g., a shampoo may suit individual no. 1 but may not suit individual no. 2. Similarly, the BCAA supplement taken by two friends going to the gym together may not benefit them equally. You will have to choose from the available brands, the one that works best for you.

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