Arachidonic acid (AA) is the primary omega-6 fatty acid relevant to the omega-3:6 ratio discussion. It's a precursor to inflammatory eicosanoids (prostaglandins, leukotrienes) but also involved in muscle signaling. C-grade evidence for small anaerobic capacity improvement. D-grade for body fat (no effect). Used in bodybuilding for muscle building, though the inflammatory signaling is a double-edged sword. CONTRAINDICATED in inflammatory conditions like rheumatoid arthritis and IBD.
Arachidonic acid (AA) is the primary omega-6 fatty acid relevant to the omega-3:6 ratio discussion. It's a precursor to inflammatory eicosanoids (prostaglandins, leukotrienes) but also involved in muscle signaling.
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Whey protein is one of the two high-quality proteins derived from cow’s milk (casein being the other). Its high digestibility, quick absorption, and well-researched benefits for muscle gain and cardiometabolic health make it a popular protein supplement among athletes and older adults.
5 shared conditions · 304 outcomes
Spirulina, commonly known as “blue-green algae”, is a nontoxic cyanobacterium that is rich in various nutrients and bioactive pigments and polyphenols. Spirulina contains many antioxidant compounds and could have beneficial cardiometabolic effects.
5 shared conditions · 248 outcomes
Magnesium is an essential dietary mineral that is involved in energy production, nervous system function, blood pressure regulation, and blood glucose control. A lack of magnesium in the diet — which is common in modern societies — is associated with an increased risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other health conditions.
5 shared conditions · 132 outcomes
HMB is a metabolite of the essential amino acid leucine that plays an anticatabolic role in muscle tissue. In addition to preventing muscle protein breakdown, HMB may help improve strength and muscle mass in older adults, but evidence of a benefit for athletes is lacking.
5 shared conditions · 49 outcomes
Glutamine is an amino acid that may benefit the body when it is under a period of great physical stress, such as after surgery, burns, or radiation exposure.
5 shared conditions · 448 outcomes
Fish oil is a mix of mostly EPA and DHA derived from fatty fish. It reduces triglycerides, but does not seem to affect the rate of cardiovascular events. It appears to reduce the symptoms of depression and improve some painful, inflammatory conditions.
5 shared conditions · 70 outcomes
Fenugreek, Trigonella foenum-graecum, is a plant in the legume family. It is used for reducing blood sugar, improving blood lipids, and increasing testosterone and libido. Fenugreek also shows promise for polycystic ovary syndrome, menopausal symptoms, and dysmenorrhea. People who breastfeed also take it to increase milk production, although the evidence there is mixed.
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Ephedrine is one of the four active components of the herb Ephedra. It is able to induce fat loss via increasing the amount of fat available for fuel as well as by increasing heat expenditure. It has been implicated in increasing the metabolic rate by up to 5% in humans. It has also been noted to cause serious side-effects in some instances, and its legal status varies by region.