What is Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAA)?
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The phrase branched-chain amino acids or BCAA is sometimes used to refer to the amino acids having aliphatic side-chains that are non-linear. BCAA’s are currently used clinically to aid in the recovery of burn victims, as well as for supplementation for strength athletes.
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How do members experience Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAA)?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| General health | 3 | 0 | |
| Muscle weakness | 2 | 1 | |
| Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis | 1 | 0 | |
| Compulsive exercising | 1 | 0 | |
| Improve flexibility/strength | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Headaches | 1 | |
| Nausea | 1 | |
| Stomach pain | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 0 |
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