Amino acids and BCAAs

Amino acids are the structural element that makes up all proteins, and it is important to ensure that we consume them in the right amounts and proportions. They can be used by the body as an energy substrate in vital metabolic processes, but are mainly used to support muscle growth and catabolism. Essentials (EAAs or Essential Amino Acids) ensure the maintenance of a significant 'anabolic state', while BCAAs (Branched Chain Amino Acids) can be taken both pre- and post-workout to alleviate fatigue and promote muscle anabolism.