Main Product Description
AOR® BCAA — Free-Form Branched Chain Amino Acids for Muscle Development and Maintenance
Branched Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) — leucine, isoleucine, and valine — are three essential amino acids that the body cannot synthesize on its own and must be obtained through diet or supplementation.
BCAAs play a critical role in muscle protein synthesis, recovery, and maintenance, making them indispensable for athletes, active individuals, and anyone seeking to preserve lean muscle mass.
Unlike other amino acids that are primarily metabolized in the liver, BCAAs are processed directly within muscle mitochondria. This unique metabolic pathway makes them especially effective at stimulating muscle growth and repair, particularly during or after exercise.
Key Features
- Provides three essential amino acids — L-leucine, L-isoleucine, and L-valine — in their free-form, bioavailable state
- Supports muscle protein synthesis and recovery
- Helps reduce muscle breakdown during training or calorie restriction
- Enhances endurance and promotes lean muscle maintenance
- Vegan, Non-GMO, and Gluten Free
- Convenient powder format for flexible dosing and easy absorption
Mechanism of Action
BCAAs stimulate the mTOR (mechanistic target of rapamycin) pathway, a central regulator of muscle protein synthesis. Leucine, in particular, acts as a trigger for this anabolic process, signaling the body to initiate muscle building. When consumed around exercise, BCAAs can help minimize muscle breakdown, reduce fatigue, and support faster recovery.
Scientific and Clinical Context
- BCAAs represent approximately 35% of the essential amino acids found in muscle proteins.
- Leucine is the key amino acid for stimulating muscle growth and recovery after physical exertion.
- Supplementing with BCAAs can enhance athletic performance and reduce muscle soreness following intense exercise.