Energized Aminos - Raspberry Iced Tea

Our Energized Aminos combine BCAA's with nine additional free-form Amino Acids plus an Energy Blend to help you train longer with energy and focus! With our Energized Aminos you get the recovery benefits of BCAA's and the energy boost of a preworkout all in one. You can take Energized Aminos on both training and non-training days for energy, endurance, and muscle recovery. At Lab Rat Supplements, quality is of the highest importance. That is why our Energy Aminos are third-party tested for heavy metals and impurities. They are also GMP certified for assurance that our product has been tested by a trusted independent certification organization. Formula Purposes & Benefits Our Raspberry Iced Tea Energy Aminos have been synthesized to improve exercise performance, increase muscle protein synthesis, prevent muscle tissue breakdown, increase energy, increase cognition, enhance your pump, increase focus, and recovery from exercise. Our product is synthesized utilizing the latest scientific research and formulated with high-quality ingredients to produce optimal results.Our formula is third-party independently tested for heavy metals, and impurities, made in the USA, GMP certified, and produced in an FDA-registered facility. Only 1% of the supplements on the market can match our world-class standards.   Formula Ingrediens Benefits Of Each Ingredient  Vitamin A Supports vision health, skin health, immune health, and increases antioxidant support (182, 183). Supports antioxidant function via decreased inflammatory cytokines (inflammation), decreased reactive oxygen species, and increased L-glutathione production (master antioxidant). Supports visual health via increased amounts of plasma vitamin A in macular (eye) tissues. L-Glutamine Most abundant amino acid in skeletal muscle that fuels immune cells, improves exercise recovery and optimizes the gut microbiome (18). Vital for lymphocyte (immune cell) proliferation (growth) and paramount in neutrophil (immune cell) destruction of bacteria (18). Vital for activation of genetic signals that support immune function and vitality (18). Glutamine is utilized by immune cells at high rates during catabolic conditions (post-surgery, sepsis, burns, and extreme exercise (18). Taurine Supports hydration, increased energy, antioxidant function, and increases fat metabolism during aerobic exercise (242,243). Supports antioxidant function via combating reactive oxygen species (243). Increases fat metabolism during exercise via enhanced mitochondrial fatty acid oxidation (cells using fat as fuel) (242). L- Arginine Natural vasodilator precursor to increased nitric oxide levels (1). Supports immune function by the maturation of the T cell (immune cell) receptor zeta (TCR) (2). Improves exercise performance via increased stroke volume (blood flow) and increased nutrient delivery to exercising muscle (3). Reduces arterial blood pressure, insulin resistance, and supports fat lipolysis (fat burning) (4). BCAA 2:1 (Leucine, Valine, Isoleucine) Improve exercise performance, increase muscle protein synthesis, prevent muscle tissue breakdown, supports immunity, gut health, lipid metabolism, and recovery (41,42). Leucine stimulates muscle protein synthesis (muscle growth) via stimulation of the mTORC1 pathway (a genetic pathway for cell growth) even in a caloric deficit (41). Suppresses muscle degradative pathway (muscle tissue breakdown) during times of catabolism and caloric deficit (41). Leucine stimulates muscle growth in sarcopenic elderly individuals that have increased leucine needs (41). Acts as a regulator to promote intestinal development, nutrient transporters, and immune-related function (42). L-Citrulline Supports cardiovascular health and exercise performance by increasing the production of l-arginine (34). Increases nitric oxide production, improves exercise performance and increases blood flow to exercising skeletal muscle (35). Supports strength increases, exercise endurance, and recovery (34,35). May reduce blood pressure by increasing vascular function (34). L-Theanine A unique non-protein amino acid found in green tea (Camellia sinensis) (53). Supports mood, mental clarity, and cognitive health, memory, and is a natural anti-depressant/neuroprotective agent (53). Aids as an antidepressant due to partial antagonism for the N-methyl-D-aspartate receptor manifesting its cognitive optimizing effects (53). Reduces the neuropsychiatric side effects of chronic adolescent THC exposure (54). L-Tyrosine Supports memory, cognitive flexibility, the executive function of the brain, and convergent thinking (60). A precursor to dopamine and is vital for dopamine synthesis in the brain (60). Supports cognitive function in individuals with high amounts of stress and anxiety (60,61). Increases dopamine levels in highly stressed individuals (60). L- Lysine Supports skin health, immune health, antioxidant function, reduced anxiety, and energy production (313). Supports reduced anxiety via decreases in plasma cortisol concentrations (313). L-Histidine Supports immune health (314). Caffeine Optimizes energy, cognitive function, and mental alertness (24). Supplementation with caffeine has been shown to acutely enhance exercise performance (24). Green Tea Extract Supports increased nitric oxide production, reduces blood pressure, reduces DNA damage, increases collagen production, increases bone strength, and aids as a neuroprotective agent (31). Supports antioxidant function via modulation of antioxidant enzyme expression, protection against oxidative damage, and reduced reactive oxygen species (31). Supports cardiovascular health via reduced atherosclerosis, inhibiting lipid peroxidation, and improved endothelial vascular function (31). Theobromine Supports increased energy and cognitive function (312). L-Threonine Supports digestive health via restoration of mucin synthesis and stabilization of gut microbiota (311).   Proper Use of This Supplement Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take one (1) scoop with 8-12 oz of water. New users may wish to assess tolerance with ½ scoop.   Our Formula Vs Other Formulas on the Market. 1. 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Potential Benefits and Pitfalls of Histidine Supplementation for Cancer Therapy Enhancement. The Journal of nutrition, 150(Suppl 1), 2580S–2587S. https://doi.org/10.1093/jn/nxaa132 CAUTION: Check with a qualified health care professional before taking this product if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, under 18 years of age, have any known or suspected medical conditions, and/or if you are taking any prescription or OTC medications. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT USE IF SAFETY SEAL IS DAMAGED OR MISSING. STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE. * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.