The question of whether there is harm from using the essential amino acid BCAA in your diet is associated with the prevailing stereotype about the appropriateness of sports nutrition and side effects. The formed public opinion about the negative side effects from taking medications also left its mark on the attitude towards amino acids.

Benefit

Sometimes even educated people get the wrong idea about what amino acids are and what their benefits are. But these are substances without which the life of the human body is not possible, they are responsible for muscle growth. Our body cannot produce them on its own and receives them from food, in the process of enzymatic processing. Therefore, such substances come with a certain deficit, the irrational and unbalanced diet is to blame for this. In addition, the process of assimilation of such substances is strongly influenced by bad habits and stress. Therefore, many are increasingly turning to the use of BCAAs in their diet to make up for their deficiency in the body. Essential amino acids are branched-chain amino acids, which include: leucine, isoleucine, valine. Such nutritional supplements are made from natural products, by partial processing, so the harm to health from their use is practically excluded. And the benefits of a successfully balanced diet are beyond doubt even among the most inveterate skeptics.

Application conditions

Many people, before starting to take amino acids, are trying to find information about whether there are contraindications when using them.
As with any other sports supplement, there are a number of conditions that must be observed in order to maximize the benefits of their use.

BCAA is a protein product and puts a strain on the work of the kidneys. Therefore, if there are problems with this organ, before starting the reception, it is necessary to consult with a specialist in order to minimize possible harm. This does not mean that the intake of amino acids will need to be completely eliminated, it may simply be necessary to limit the amount of their intake in order to avoid an overdose.
Although this product is a digested protein, care should be taken when consuming it for those who have problems with the gastrointestinal tract. Especially for those who do not have an enzymatic or acid-base balance that does not advise the norm. In these cases, it is necessary to consult a doctor about the amount of supplements taken.
When taking BCAAs, side effects are possible in the form of stomach discomfort or even diarrhea. But usually this is due to the use of a poor-quality or expired product. Therefore, before buying a drug, you need to make sure of its quality and expiration date.

Allergy to BCAA intake is very rare, but in order to be safe from it, it is necessary to start taking it with small doses in order to determine whether an allergy appears. Mostly, an allergy to taking an amino acid occurs in people prone to allergies to products containing lactose. In this case, you should pay attention to BCAAs made on the basis of plant products. Another issue to pay attention to is the interaction of BCAAs with other drugs, especially drugs. Although in most cases, amino acids react neutrally to their simultaneous use with drugs, you should pay attention to the fact that the substances that make up them have a slight sedative effect. Therefore, one should be careful when using them, together with sedatives (especially those taken for allergies), since their effect (including side effects) can be increased.

Another important condition on which the success and effectiveness of BCAA intake will depend is the restriction or complete exclusion from the use of products containing alcohol. Of course, it is often quite difficult to completely change this bad habit. But since the use of amino acids usually goes along with intense physical activity, avoiding drinks containing alcohol becomes a must. Because alcoholic substances containing it significantly affect the processes of the whole organism, including the work on the breakdown and assimilation of amino acids. And this can offset the positive effect of taking these supplements due to the fact that alcohol disrupts the production of enzymes. Therefore, to achieve the effectiveness of BCAA intake, it is necessary to exclude alcohol, since it is it that destroys the branched side chains of amino acids, as well as interferes with the normal process of protein synthesis and building muscle fibers. In addition to all this, it is alcohol that often violates the acid-base balance, which is necessary for the normal absorption of protein.

Myths about harm

The existing myths that the use of amino acids can harm potency are unfounded. On the contrary, studies confirm the positive effect of the use of amino acids on male potency, since a balanced diet can significantly improve the functioning of hormonal systems (including in the genital area).

With the right regimen of BCAA intake and rational physical activity, it is possible to increase the production of testosterone, which has a positive effect on male potency. In addition, the substances that are part of the essential amino acids have a number of properties that affect the psychological state of a person.

A slight calming effect, along with a full recovery of the body, avoids the dangers of sexual dysfunction. The use of BCAA improves the quality of muscle tissue, which in turn has a positive effect on male potency. An increase in the overall tone of the body and an increase in the percentage of muscle mass and a decrease in body fat also have a positive effect on potency. Since everyone knows the fact that it is a large amount of body fat that leads to a decrease in testosterone levels. Therefore, there is no negative effect on potency from taking amino acids. Also, there is no evidence of the effect of the use of amino acids on the occurrence of cancer, although researchers have repeatedly addressed this topic, but scientific evidence for such a theory that the intake of amino acids can cause cancer has not been found.