#amino-acids

BCAAs are the 3 branched-chain amino acids Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine. They are part of the amino acids defined as essential and perform several very important functions in the body. Find out with us what they are used for, what the abbreviations usually found on the packaging of these supplements mean, and how to choose the most suitable one for your needs!

Amino acids are not only important for athletes! In fact, especially the essential ones, are at the center of many vital processes and being deficient can have negative impacts on health: from the nervous system to the reproductive, immune and digestive!

L-carnitine is a non-essential amino acid found mainly in red meat, but can also be taken in the form of a food supplement. Are you a sportsman and wondering what L-carnitine is good for? Read this post to find out how it can help you and how it affects sports performance.

Arginine is an amino acid with a long history: here is a list of the best known and studied functions of this protein component.