Bluebonnet Nutrition, Amino Acid , 750 mg, 180 Vegetable Capsules
AI overview
AI generated. Not medical advice.What it's for
Muscle support, workout recovery, daily protein complement
Who it may fit
Active adults seeking convenient amino acids from whey and egg sources or people with busy schedules who want a simple capsule option to complement daily protein intake.
Key actives per serving
- L-Leucine: 255 mg
- L-Isoleucine: 155 mg
- L-Valine: 165 mg
- L-Lysine: 205 mg
- L-Glutamic Acid: 375 mg
How to take
Take 4 capsules once daily, preferably with a meal to enhance tolerance; athletes often take amino acids around workouts based on preference.
Diet / Allergen fit
Made with Non-GMO Ingredients; Gluten Free; Kosher Dairy. Contains: Milk, Egg. Free of fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans, sesame, corn, barley, rice, sodium, and sugar.
Ingredients explained
L-Leucine
Leucine activates mTOR signaling in muscle cells, which may support muscle protein synthesis.
Caution: May be less useful without adequate overall protein intake since muscle building depends on total amino acid availability.
L-Isoleucine
Isoleucine is used by muscle as a fuel and building block, which may support recovery after exercise.
Caution: High single-amino acid intake may compete with other amino acids for absorption; take as directed.
L-Valine
Valine serves as an essential building block for muscle proteins and may help reduce muscle protein breakdown during activity.
Caution: May cause mild stomach upset in some people; taking with food can improve tolerance.
L-Lysine
Lysine is an essential amino acid that helps form collagen and muscle proteins and supports amino acid and calcium handling.
Caution: Those with very high-protein diets may not need additional lysine; balance with overall protein sources.
L-Glutamic Acid
Glutamic acid functions as a key amino acid in nitrogen transport and serves as a precursor for glutamine in the body.
Caution: May cause mild gastrointestinal discomfort in sensitive individuals; take with water and avoid on an empty stomach if prone to upset.
How they work together
Leucine, isoleucine, and valine target muscle protein turnover and exercise recovery through distinct roles in signaling and fuel use. Lysine and glutamic acid provide additional building blocks and metabolic support to round out the amino acid profile from whey and egg sources.
Safety and tips
Label Warning: For adults only. Consult a physician if you are pregnant or nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.
Who should be cautious: People with milk or egg allergies should avoid this product. Those using SSRIs, SNRIs, or MAOIs may need caution due to the presence of L-tryptophan; discuss with a healthcare provider before use if combining with these medications.
What customers say
Noticeable workout recovery support
Many customers mention faster post-exercise recovery and less muscle soreness.
Easy to take
Users say the capsules are easy to swallow and can be opened to mix with food.
Mixed results for muscle support
A few reviewers felt results were mild compared to protein shakes or noticed little change.
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Overview
- Made with Non-GMO Ingredients
- Muscle Growth, Strength & Repair
- Gluten Free
- Kosher Dairy
- Dietary Supplement
Bluebonnet's Amino Acid Vegetable Capsules are formulated with amino acids and dipeptide bonded amino acids derived entirely from whey lactalbumin and egg white albumin proteins for muscle growth, strength and repair.
Specifications
- First available: 05/2008
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Shipping weight:
0.45 kg
- Product code: BLB-00014
- UPC: 743715000148
- Package quantity: 180 count
- Dimensions: 7.9 x 7.9 x 15 cm , 0.45 kg
Suggested use
As a dietary supplement, take four capsules once daily or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
Other ingredients
Capsule (hypromellose, purified water), vegetable magnesium stearate.
Contains: Milk, egg
Free of fish, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, soybeans and sesame.
Also free of corn, gluten, barley, rice, sodium and sugar.
Warnings
For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.
Disclaimer
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| Supplement facts | ||
| Serving Size: 4 Capsules | ||
| Servings Per Container: 45 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value | |
| Calories | 12 | |
| Protein | 3 g | 6%** |
| Amino Acid Complex (from whey lactalbumin & egg albumin proteins) | 3000 mg | * |
| Amino Acid Profile | ||
| L-Alanine | 140 mg | |
| L-Arginine | 95 mg | |
| L-Aspartic Acid | 235 mg | |
| L-Carnitine | 15 mg | |
| L-Cystine | 60 mg | |
| L-Glutamic Acid | 375 mg | |
| L-Glycine | 65 mg | |
| L-Histidine | 50 mg | |
| L-Lysine | 205 mg | |
| L-Methionine | 80 mg | |
| L-Phenylalanine | 115 mg | |
| L-Proline | 150 mg | |
| L-Serine | 155 mg | |
| L-Threonine | 140 mg | |
| L-Tryptophan | 40 mg | |
| L-Tyrosine | 85 mg | |
| Branched Chain Amino Acids | ||
| L-Isoleucine | 155 mg | |
| L-Leucine | 255 mg | |
| L-Valine | 165 mg | |
| **Percent Daily Value based on a 2,000 calorie diet. *Daily Value not established. | ||