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20-September-2008 09:29:04 - Bodybuilding supplement Many supplements come in capsule form. Many supplements come in capsule form. For other uses, see Dietary supplement. This article may require cleanup to meet 's quality standards. Please improve this article if you can. May 2008 Bodybuilding supplements are substances taken by athletes involved in weight training or other sports to aid in the building of lean muscle mass or to cause fat loss. Bodybuilding supplements may also be used to improve sports performance and improve recovery from events and training. One important distinction exists in many weight training groups between supplements and anabolic steroids. There is a common misconception among non-supplement-users that supplementation for muscle-building purposes is the same as steroid use or, at the very least, leads to steroid use.citation needed However, this charge is often challenged by supplement users on the grounds that supplements do not mean to change natural hormone levels primarily those of testosterone beyond natural limits, while anabolic steroids do. Contents 1 Protein 2 Glutamine 3 Branched chain amino acids 4 Meal Replacement Products 5 Prohormones 6 Creatine 7 Thermogenic Products 8 Testosterone Boosters 9 See also 10 References Protein This bodybuilding supplement contains whey protein and creatine monohydrate, as well as vitamins and other supplements. This bodybuilding supplement contains whey protein and creatine monohydrate, as well as vitamins and other supplements. Bodybuilders often take a powdered form of protein, the essential building blocks for muscle. Protein powder is generally consumed immediately after exercising, or in place of a meal. Having sufficient protein intake allows for efficient growth and repair of muscle tissue. Whey protein is the most commonly used type of protein. It contains high levels of all the essential amino acids not produced by the human body, and is absorbed by the body very quickly. Casein protein or Milk protein is the richest in glutamine, an amino acid that aids in recovery, and has casomorphin which helps the body to absorb the amino acids over a long time. Soy protein contains all essential amino acids, and is an alternative protein for vegetarians. Soybeans also contain isoflavones, a type of phytoestrogen, which have a weak estrogenic activity 1. Egg white protein is a lactose- and dairy-free protein. Hemp seed contains complete and highly-digestible protein and hemp oil is high in essential fatty acids. Glutamine Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid found in human muscle and is supplemented because supplement manufacturers claim the body's natural glutamine levels are depleted during anaerobic exercise. It is argued that bodybuilders should supplement with glutamine, as deficiency may lead to a weakened immune system and wasting of muscle tissue.citation needed It is sold as a micronized, instantly soluble powder. Some studies 2 3 have shown there to be no significant effect of glutamine on bench press strength, knee-extension torque or lean muscle mass when compared to controls taking a placebo, though another study found that glutamine is beneficial in raising T-helper/suppressor cell ratio in long distance runners.4 Branched chain amino acids Amino acids are the building blocks of protein; the body breaks consumed protein into amino acids in the stomach and intestines. There are three branched chain amino acids BCAAs: leucine, isoleucine, and valine. Each has numerous benefits on various biological processes in the body. Unlike other amino acids, BCAAs are metabolised in the muscle and have an anabolic/anti-catabolic effect on it. 5 Meal Replacement Products Meal Replacement Products MRPs are either pre-packaged powdered drink mixes or edible bars. Both are consumed in the place of a whole-food meal. Generally MRPs are high in protein, low in fat, have a low to moderate amount of carbohydrates, and contain a wide array of vitamins and minerals. The majority of MRPs use whey protein, calcium caseinate or micellar casein, soy protein, and egg albumin as the protein source. Carbohydrates are typically derived from maltodextrin, oat fiber, brown rice, or wheat flour. Some also contain flax oil powder as a source of essential fatty acids. MRPs can also contain other ingredients that are deemed beneficial to bodybuilders. These can include, but are not limited to: creatine monohydrate, glutamine peptides, L-glutamine, calcium alpha-ketoglutarate, additional amino acids, lactoferrin, conjugated linoleic acid, and medium chain triglycerides. Prohormones Main article: Prohormone Prohormones are precursors to hormones and were most typically sold to bodybuilders as a precursor to the natural hormone testosterone. This conversion requires naturally occurring enzymes in the body. Side effects are not uncommon, as prohormones can also convert further into DHT and estrogen. To deal with this, many supplements also have aromatase inhibitors and DHT blockers such as chrysin and 4-androstene-3,6,17-trione. To date most prohormone products have not been thoroughly studied, and the health effects of prolonged use are unknown. Although initially available over the counter, in 2004 their purchase was made illegal without a prescription in the US, as it remains so in almost all countries and is proscribed by most sporting bodies. Creatine Main article: Creatine Creatine is an organic acid naturally occurring in the body that supplies energy to muscle cells for short bursts of energy such as lifting weights via creatine phosphate replenishment of ATP. A number of scientific studies have shown that creatine can increase strength,6 energy7, muscle mass, reducing recovery time. In addition, recent studies have also shown that creatine improves brain function8 and reduces mental fatigue.9 It increases what is known as cell volumization by drawing water into muscle cells, making them larger. This intracellular retention should not be confused with the common myth that creatine causes bloating or intercellular water retention. Creatine is sold in a variety of forms, including creatine monohydrate, and creatine ethyl ester, amongst others. Though all types of creatine are sold for the same purposes, there are subtle differences between them, such as price, and necessary dosage. Non-supplemental suppliers of creatine include various types of offal, red meat, and kidney meat. Claims that creatine could be stressful to the kidneys due to primary renal elimination via creatinine has been proven false through Studies conducted by Universites and Independent Organizations.10 Thermogenic Products Main article: Thermogenics A thermogenic is a broad term for any supplement that the manufacturer claims will cause thermogenesis, resulting in an increased metabolic rate, increased body temperature and consequently an increased rate in the burning of body fat. Until recently almost every product found in this supplement category comprised the ECA stack: ephedrine, caffeine and aspirin. However, on February 6, 2004 the Food and Drug Administration FDA banned the sale of ephedra and its alkaloid, ephedrine, for use in weight loss formulas. Several manufacturers replaced the ephedra component of the ECA stack with bitter orange or citrus aurantium containing synephrine instead of the ephedrine. To date the effectiveness of this new combination is not conclusive. Testosterone Boosters There are several naturally occurring plants and vitamins as well as synthetic chemicals that supplement companies claim may produce an increase in testosterone levels. However, the validity of many of these products is questionable due to a lack of valid scientific research showing their effectiveness at this time. Some commonly taken supplements of this type are ZMA and Tribulus terrestris. The relatively new drug 4-androstene-3,6,17-trione may increase the testosterone-estrogen ratio.citation needed Excess testosterone can cause undesirable side effects, such as hair loss and acne,citation needed and may be converted into estrogens,11 which can have undesirable effects on males.12 See also Dietary supplement References ^ PDR HealthSoy Isoflavones Retrieved on 2007-04-26. ^ Candow DG, Chilibeck PD, Burke DG, Davison KS, Smith-Palmer T. 2001 Effect of glutamine supplementation combined with resistance training in young adults, European Journal of Applied Physiology€ ^ Antonio, J., Sanders, M., Kalman, D., Woodgate, D. and Street, C. 2002 The effects of high-dose glutamine ingestion on weightlifting performance. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research 16, 157-160 ^ Castell, L. and Newsholme, E. 1997 The effects of oral glutamine supplementation on athletes after prolonged, exhaustive exercise. Nutrition 13, 738-742 ^ Karlsson HK, Nilsson PA, Nilsson J, Chibalin AV, Zierath JR, Blomstrand E 2004. Branched-chain amino acids increase p70S6k phosphorylation in human skeletal muscle after resistance exercise. Am. J. Physiol. Endocrinol. Metab. 287 1: E1-7. doi:10.1152/ajpendo.00430.2003. PMID 14998784. ^ Becque, M. et al. 1999. Effects of oral creatine supplementation on muscular strength and body composition. Medicine Science in Sports Exercise, 32:3, 654-658. ^ Birch, R. et al. 1994. The influence of dietary creatine supplementation on performance during repeated bouts of maximal isokinetic cycling in man. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 69, 268-270. ^ Rae C, Digney AL, McEwan SR, Bates TC. 2003. Oral creatine monohydrate supplementation improves brain performance: A double blind, placebo-controlled, cross-over trial.. Proceedings of the Royal Society of London: Biological Sciences 270 1529: 2147-2150. doi:10.1098/rspb.2003.2492. PMID 14561278. ^ Watanabe A, Kato N, Kato T. 2002. Effects of creatine on mental fatigue and cerebral hemoglobin oxygenation.. Neuroscience Research 42: 279-285. doi:10.1016/S0168-01020200007-X. PMID 11985880. ^ Creatine Studies, Possible Adverse Effects of Creatine Supplementation. ^ Modified aromatase inhibitors having improved bioavailability, USPTO Application #20050203074 ^ Glossary of Prostate Cancer Related Terms, Prostate Cancer Research Institute v d e Dietary supplements Types Amino acids Bodybuilding supplement Energy drink Energy bar Fatty acids Herbal Supplements Minerals Prebiotics Probiotics Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium Vitamins Whole food supplements Vitamins and minerals Retinol Vitamin A B vitamins: Thiamine B1 Riboflavin B2 Niacin B3 Pantothenic acid B5 Pyridoxine B6 Biotin B7 Folic acid B9 Cyanocobalamin B12 Ascorbic acid Vitamin C Ergocalciferol and Cholecalciferol Vitamin D Tocopherol Vitamin E Naphthoquinone Vitamin K Calcium Choline Chlorine Chromium Cobalt Copper Fluorine Iodine Iron Magnesium Manganese Molybdenum Phosphorus Potassium Selenium Sodium Sulfur Zinc Other common ingredients Carnitine Chondroitin sulfate Cod liver oil Copper gluconate Creatine/Creatine supplements Dietary fiber Elemental calcium Ephedra Fish oil Folic acid Ginseng Glucosamine Glutamine Iron supplements Japanese Honeysuckle Krill oil Lingzhi Linseed oil Melatonin Red yeast rice Royal jelly Saw palmetto Spirulina Taurine Wheatgrass Wolfberry Yohimbine Zinc gluconate Related articles Codex Alimentarius Enzyte Metabolife Hadacol Nutraceutical Multivitamin Nutrition Retrieved from http://en..org/wiki/Bodybuilding_supplement Categories: Bodybuilding supplementsHidden categories: Cleanup from May 2008 | All pages needing cleanup | All articles with statements | Articles with statements since April 2008 | Articles with statements since December 2007 | Articles with statements since February 2007 Views Article Discussion this page History Personal tools Log in / create account Navigation Main page Contents Featured content Current events Random article Search Go Search Interaction Community portal Recent changes Contact Donate to Help Toolbox What links here Related changes Upload file Special pages Printable version Permanent link Cite this page Languages Español 日本語 This page was last modified on 1 August 2008, at 07:25
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