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Protein metabolism

The importance of protein:

Protein is an essential component in human nutrition. In fact, it may be the most important. Protein is absolutely vital for building or rebuilding:

• muscles
• collagen
• hormones
• enzymes
• antibodies
• blood cells
• immunoglobulins
• all vital organ tissues

There is virtually no bodily function that is not dependent upon amino acids. Protein is the source of amino acids. AminoCharge™ is a new and very different source of amino acids. This difference has a major impact because it deals with the effect the protein has at the cellular use level.

Protein utilization:

However, before our bodies can use amino acids for rebuilding, our bodies must first break down the protein we eat into amino acids. Those amino acids must first be digested, then absorbed, then assimilated, and finally, activated for use at the cellular level. This is no easy task, and only a small percentage of ingested protein is actually utilized. This is where AminoCharge™ stands above all other protein technologies on the market.

Protein and amino acids:

Most protein sources provide from 18-22 amino acids. The most common in alphabetical order are:

1. Alanine
2. Aspartic acid
3. Arginine
4. Asparagine
5. Cysteine
6. Glutamic acid
7. Histidine
8. Isoleucine
9. Leucine
10. Lysine
11. Methionine
12. Phenylalanine
13. Proline
14. Serine
15. Threonine
16. Tryptophan
17. Tyrosine
18. Valine

Depending on the source of information and opinion (it varies from expert to expert), 8-10 of these are considered "essential," which means we must get them from our dietary intake. The amino acids most commonly accepted as essential are the following 10 in alphabetical order:

1. Cysteine
2. Histidine
3. Isoleucine
4. Leucine
5. Lysine
6. Methionine
7. Phenylalanine
8. Threonine
9. Tryptophan
10. Valine

When these 10 essential amino acids are provided in adequate amounts from what we eat, it is called a "complete protein." With the essential 10 amino acids, the others can be made within the body itself from those 10. And then, collectively, they in turn can make up to 50,000 different protein compounds, and a virtually unlimited array of cellular structures.

Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins, just like letter of the alphabet are the building blocks of words.

The need for protein in muscle building or toning:

When a person decides to build muscle mass, or to get in better physical condition, the need for protein intensifies. Why? Because muscle is protein. Trying to build muscle without additional protein would be like trying to make words without enough letters. The same holds true for dieters - perhaps, even more so.

Using protein for weight loss (fat loss):

A key factor in losing fat is a person's basic, resting metabolism - referred to as basal metabolism rate, or BMR. The higher a person's BMR is, the easier it is to burn fat. Most overweight people have slower metabolisms, which works against losing fat. For dieters, it is very important that they raise their BMR. Of course, exercise is one the best ways to increase BMR.

Absent exercise, the best way to increase BMR is to increase the ratio of lean tissue (muscle) to adipose tissue (fat). The best way to achieve this is to consume and utilize adequate protein. The fatter the person is, the more important their protein utilization is. The more lean tissue, the higher the BMR.

Additionally, protein is vital for the nutritional support of hormones that affect the body's ability to burn or store fat. Other biochemicals that affect mood, appetite, and energy, are all dependent upon protein. So, in short, protein is a dieter's best friend. And AminoCharge™ is the best possible source of "active" amino acids.

Whether your purpose is to build muscle tissue, or to lose weight, it is imperative that you benefit from "cellular level utilization" of the protein you ingest.

Amino acids profile of AminoCharge™:

Amino acid amounts are provided in grams, per 100 grams of AminoCharge™ product.

eg.: Alanine 4.6 indicates that there is 4.6 g of Alanine per 100 g of AminoCharge™

* is an asterisk denoting the 10 “essential” amino acids. These 10 essentials must be present in the same meal, to allow for complete cellular rebuilding.

Scientific or clinical supportive data indicates the following potential health benefits:

Alanine 4.6*:

An important source of energy for muscle tissue, the brain, and central nervous system; strengthens the immune system by supporting production of antibodies and helps in metabolism of sugars and organic acids.

Arginine 5.7:

Arginine strengthens immune response against bacteria, viruses and tumor cells (supported by clinical studies); promotes wound healing and regeneration of the liver; involved in release of growth hormones; considered as an essential element for optimal muscle growth and tissue repair.

Aspartic acid 10.6:

Aspartic acid aids in processing and elimination of harmful ammonia from the body; increases endurance.

Glycine 7.9:

Glycine strengthens immune system by assisting in the manufacturing of essential hormones; enhances energy levels by assisting oxygenation processes.

Histidine* 2.0:

Histidine is abundant in hemoglobin; successfully utilized in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, allergic diseases, ulcers, and anemia; helps prevent poor hearing.

Isoleucine* 5.0:

Isoleucine helps stimulate anabolic (building up) function in the body; prevents muscle wasting; promotes tissue repair after trauma or surgery; can be converted into sugar in the liver to help maintain proper blood glucose levels; and can assist in maintaining adequate energy levels.

Leucine* 8.8:

Leucine assists the body to counter adverse affects from stress, infection, starvation, or recovery from trauma, by being a source for gluconeogenesis (the synthesis of blood sugar in the liver) which aids in the healing process; prevention of protein wasting; and stimulating upper brain producing more alertness.

Lysine* 6.8:

Lysine is essential in the formation of collagen (the primary ingredient of cartilage and connective tissue); assists in insuring the adequate absorption of calcium; assists in the production of antibodies, hormones and enzymes; may assist in reducing viral growth; helps prevent tiredness, irritability, bloodshot eyes, hair loss, anemia and reproductive problems; and enhances ability to concentrate.

Methionine* 1.6:

Methionine is a primary provider of sulfur which prevents disorders of the hair, skin and nails; assists in lowering cholesterol levels by increasing the liver’s production of lecithin; helps regulate liver fat; protects the kidneys, promotes hair growth by influencing hair follicles; regulates the formation of ammonias as well as the production of ammonia free urine which reduces bladder irritation.

Phenylalanine* 4.3:

Phenylalanine helps to improve memory; reduces hunger; exhibits antidepressant actions; helps keep you awake and alert; and is utilized by the brain to produce norepinephrine which is a chemical that provides for the effective transmission of signals between nerve cells and the brain.

Proline 5.2:

Proline is a vital element for the proper functioning of joints and tendons as well as strengthens the heart muscles.

Serine 5.0:

Serine helps strengthen immune system by enhancing antibody production; is utilized as a storage source of glucose by the liver and muscles; and supports nerve tissues by synthesizing fatty acid sheath around them.

Threonine* 4.3:

Threonine helps to prevent fat build-up in the liver; assists digestive system and assimilation processes; and is an integral constituent of collagen, elastin, and enamel protein.

Tryptophan* 1.4:

Tryptophan is a natural relaxant that helps alleviate insomnia by inducing normal sleep; reduces anxiety and depression; supports immune system function; assists with treatments for migraine headaches; helps reduce risk of artery and heart spasms; and works with lysine in reducing cholesterol levels.

Tyrosine 3.3:

Tyrosine assists in transmitting nerve impulses to the brain; helps to relieve depression; improves memory; supports healthy functioning of the thyroid, adrenal and pituitary glands; and increases mental alertness.

Valine* 4.9:

Valine helps to promote calm emotions, muscle coordination and mental vitality.

For any suspected or known illness or dysfunction, always consult your physician for medical diagnosis and treatment first.

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