Med Sci Sports Exerc May 2010 PMID 19997002

Branched-chain amino acid ingestion can ameliorate soreness from eccentric exercise.

Sarah R Jackman, Oliver C Witard, Asker E Jeukendrup, Kevin D Tipton

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What people are saying

Commenters express interest in the study but also highlight skepticism about BCAAs' effectiveness compared to full amino acid sources, with remarks like 'EAAs > BCAA' and questions about immune responses. The tone varies from analytical to speculative, reflecting moderate engagement and uncertain impact on current nutritional practices.

AgreementNeither agree nor disagree

Most discussions question or critique the study’s focus on BCAAs, indicating mixed opinions rather than strong disagreement or full support.

InterestModerate interest

The comments show moderate curiosity, especially around the potential benefits of BCAAs versus other amino acids like EAAs or whey.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants are engaging by discussing related concepts such as muscle recruitment, immune responses, and nutritional sources, suggesting active but not deep discussion.

ImpactNeutral impact

The overall influence of these discussions appears limited, mainly reflecting skepticism or considerations rather than prompting significant shifts in understanding or practice.

Abstract in brief

  • This study investigated whether taking branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) around the time of intense eccentric exercise can reduce muscle soreness and damage.
  • Results showed that BCAA supplementation decreased muscle soreness at 48 and 72 hours after exercise, but did not prevent reductions in muscle strength or changes in blood markers of muscle damage.
  • Overall, BCAA may help lessen muscle soreness after eccentric workouts, but it does not seem to improve muscle function recovery or reduce muscle damage indicators.

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Dr. Myohead
@DrMyohead · X

@proftipper @GPavis @tsojameson @marloudirks @bioblastgeek @BenjaminTWall Aye- https://t.co/0Otf18N0NB Does show its not just motivation/perception. Doesn't rule out motor unit recruitment or firing rates & we haven't even touched on monocyte infiltration or other immune cells

Dec 8, 2020 · 1 like · 2,652 followers View post →
Pathik Joshi
@pathikj80 · X

The study was done with intervention group having BCAAs & control having placebo of flavoured water. Thr is reason to believe that whey or any whole protein source with all EAAs wud tilt the scales in favour of themselves. Simply put: EAAs > BCAA. Ref: https://t.co/09tCyTjlD8

Mar 28, 2022 · 3,350 followers View post →

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Pathik Joshi
@pathikj80 · X

The study was done with intervention group having BCAAs & control having placebo of flavoured water. Thr is reason to believe that whey or any whole protein source with all EAAs wud tilt the scales in favour of themselves. Simply put: EAAs > BCAA. Ref: https://t.co/09tCyTjlD8

Mar 28, 2022 · 3,350 followers View post →
Dr. Myohead
@DrMyohead · X

@proftipper @GPavis @tsojameson @marloudirks @bioblastgeek @BenjaminTWall Aye- https://t.co/0Otf18N0NB Does show its not just motivation/perception. Doesn't rule out motor unit recruitment or firing rates & we haven't even touched on monocyte infiltration or other immune cells

Dec 8, 2020 · 1 like · 2,652 followers View post →