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Are BCAAs a pure form of protein?
If you’ve been around the fitness community for a while ,you may have heard about BCAAs which are branched chain amino acids. You may also know that BCAAs are considered the “building blocks of protein”. Of those, leucine, isoleucine, and...
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How collagen & elderberry may improve your overall health
There is no such thing as a vegan source of collagen for those wanting it in supplemental form. However, what you’re getting with the Vegan Amino+ is a blend of high quality vegan amino acids with the added push of elderberry...
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Why you need a BCAA supplement
Amino acids, also known as BCAAs, have always been known as a crucial supplement that every individual can add into their daily regimen. Not only can your muscular and skeletal system benefit from this supplement, but your entire body can...
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L-Leucine for building muscle & supporting recovery
L- Leucine, which is found in the Protea Vegan Aminos, is a branched chain amino acid that stimulates protein synthesis, repairing injuries, and the transportation and storing of important nutrients the body needs. L-leucine is not produced by the body...
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Did you know that most aminos (BCAA) supplements are made from human hair, feathers and GMO corn? Pretty crazy right?! Can you imagine blending together human hair and duck feathers to drink during your workout? Nope, didn't think so! The use...
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The Importance of BCAAs during your monthly cycle
Branch chain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine & valine) are important for building lean muscle. There are many benefits to supplementing with a quality BCAA supplement like our Vegan Amino+ including but not limited to: - Can make your water taste good,...
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Getting Comfortable in the Gym
How do you feel about gyms? Do they intimidate you? I had done a poll on my Instagram page a while back asking if my followers feel uncomfortable stepping into a gym and majority of them voted YES. I know that’s...
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Magnesium plays a role in over 300 enzyme reactions in the human body. It is such a crucial mineral that in can be referred to as our body’s “master commander”. Magnesium supports the health of your bones, heart, brain, nervous...
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Vegan Amino+ "Why Is It So Good?"
ADO Fitness Coach, Trista Anderson tells us why she uses Protea Nutrition Vegan Aminos and what's in them that makes it so good for us!