Protein Profile - Amino Acids

Do you know what and how much of each amino acid is in your protein powder or your daily diet, and should you care?

We think you should, which is why we sell Protein powder. Researching is one thing; finding a consistent story is another.

In many cases, an amino acid plays a role in the production of another substance the body needs, such as collagen, which benefits the skin.

In certain cases, the amino acid helps produce another amino acid, but in most cases, it either helps, supports, or is involved in something that is obviously good for the body.

Broadly, of the 20 amino acids:

• 18 support or help the production of something else.
• 10 support or help muscle growth, recovery, or joint health in some way.
• 4 support or help skin, hair & nails.
• Other areas include energy, mood, immunity, hormones & enzymes, sex, pain or anti-oxidants.

Given the size and nature of this topic, we decided you didn’t need to know the exact formulas, structures, and interactions of each amino acid in detail but rather an old bull view of what they primarily influence.

This also doesn’t mean you should rush out and buy a particular one and start taking it. Many who eat a nutritionally balanced diet and are conscious of protein intake requirements will already be getting sufficient amino acids in their diet. 

It is challenging to organize this information into a simple table of outcomes or combinations of outcomes, so the table below is a broad guideline for information purposes only. 

Table of Amino Acids.

In many cases, experts disagree, and in others, while there are believed to be claims, no conclusive evidence exists. 

Protein profiles.

When buying a protein supplement or powder, look at the fine print, specifically the amino acid profile printed on the container. This will ensure the best fit for you.

We reviewed numerous proteins, then selected and did a detailed review of 15 proteins, and then narrowed that down to our Old Bull protein based on the amino acid profile. Ranges of amino acids varied significantly in the proteins reviewed. One of the key drivers for us was leucine levels to support muscle gain and retention in old bull bodies.

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Old Bull protein powder contains all the essential and non-essential amino acids with a focus on leucine for muscles in old bulls. Find out more about the benefits of protein and how much protein you should be taking.