Blox by BPI Sports

February 7, 2012 By Leave a Comment

BPI Sports is trying to take amino acid supplementation to the next level with their “silk amino acids” or SAAs. These amino acids, the building blocks for muscle tissues, have been sequenced in a way that ideally causes increased muscle resynthesis, shortens the recovery needed between and during workouts, and boosts your overall testosterone level. With these three improvements, Blox intendeds to help you grow bigger muscles.

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Blox Scientific Backing

Silk amino acids are scientifically known as sericin, which is a water-soluble protein. Being water-soluble means that digestion and absorption will be easier. The protein’s solubility will allow its passage through your digestive tract and blood stream to be easier since these cells and areas are primarily composed of water. SAAs are created from silkworm weaving and is the sticky substance found around the silk. This process creates proteins that are perfectly sequenced in a series of 16 chains of single amino acids; however, BPI sports states 5 specific amino acids, when found in a precise sequence and ratio, elicit an optimal response.

The five amino acids are alanine, glycine, serine, valine, and threonine. Research into the effectiveness of SAAs in humans is currently very limited; however, a recent study in mice has shown astonishing results. When given SSAs, mice exercise twice as long as those that did not receive the SSAs. Performance gains improved by 600 percent. Blood lactate (a marker of fatigue) stayed lower in those taking SSAs. Testosterone levels (muscle building hormone)improved by 64 percent while cortisol levels(muscle breaking hormone) were reduced. An overall 16-percent size increase was also noticed in mice that took SAAs.

While this study was only performed on a small rodents, its findings appear promising for use in people trying to build muscle. Hopefully future research will show that it is helpful to the same degree in humans as well. It may be something worth a try if you’re looking for a competitive edge, but talk with your doctor first.

Manufacture Suggested Use for Blox

Measure out one scoop of Blox and pour into an 8 oz glass of water.

  • Mix powdered Blox into water with spoon until Blox powder has dissolved completely.
  • Consume immediately post-workout for maximal absorption. The mixing phase should occur after the workout as well because you’ll want to drink Blox immediately upon mixing.
  • On non-workout days, take one serving of BPI Sports Blox on an empty stomach.

BPI Blox Ingredients

SSA Sequenced Proteins – A total of 3,960mg which includes: Alanine, Glycine, Serine, Valine, Threonine.

Other Ingredients: Citric Acid, Taurine, Silica, Natural & Artificial Flavors, Acesulfame-K, Sucralose, & FD&C Blue No. 1

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NeuroCore Review

November 18, 2011 By 2 Comments

Neurocore

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Introduction

Neurocore is designed to be a pre-workout stimulant. It is super-concentrated and comes in two flavors: punch and grape. It works by preparing for the workout by giving the athlete more strength, better focus and greater muscle pump. Very mixed reviews report unanimously improved focus, but the increased strength varies from non-existent to awesome. It seems that people who did not use other stimulants before respond to Neurocore much better than those who tried everything and probably developed decreased sensitivity.

 

How does Neurocore Work?

This supplement contains a large number of active ingredients:

L-Citrulline is the main ingredient of Neurocore. This is an amino acid found to promote aerobic energy production during exercise. It assists in boosting strength and performance.

1,3-Dimethylamylamine, an extract from Geranium stem (Pelargonium graveolens), general central nervous system stimulant and thermogenic.

Creatine HCl is an amino acid used as an energy source by skeletal muscles, very commonly used in athletic supplements because it boosts building muscle mass.

Beta-alanine is an amino acid active in protein-building, which acts by improving muscle mass, increasing energy and preventing fatigue.

Caffeine increases focus and energy and is part of almost all athletic supplements

Rhodiola extract is used to improve mood, treat depression and enhance physical and mental performance.

Deanol bitartate helps boost alertness and cognitive abilities

Vinpocetine improves blood circulation in the whole body, but especially to the brain.

Elderberry powder - Elderberry has immune system boosting and anti-viral  properties.

 

Does Neurocore Deliver?

The reviews are very varied, but it seems that the users that are happiest with results are those that did not use any pre-exercise supplements before, or had a long break after using them.  All reviewers claim that their focus improved after taking Neurocore, but that the energy level was not what they expected, or experienced with other supplements. Almost all reviewers complained about the unpleasant flavor and after-taste.

 

How Much Weight Will I Lose?

This is not a weight loss supplement and should not be used as such.

 

Side Effects

No side effects were reported, what seems to be the best about this product.

 

Pros and Cons 

Pros:

  1. Improves focus
  2. Cheap
  3. No side effects

Cons:

  1. Not delivering as advertised
  2. Bad taste and aftertaste

 

Conclusion

It is interesting that Neurocore has fairly poor reviews in spite of a cocktail of very good ingredients. There is a possibility that the average users of pre-exercise boosters and supplements are becoming jaded and expect miracles and are ready to accept all side effects that come with them. Most people who were happy with the product were the first time users of athletic supplements and for them it worked fine, providing increased focus and energy boost.

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Battle Fuel by Muscle Pharm – In Depth Breakdown

November 1, 2011 By Leave a Comment

Battle Fuel

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Muscle Pharm’s Battle Fuel is a blend of ingredients designed to “support all things male” when it comes to working out. If you are taking Battle Fuel, Muscle Pharm states that you should see increases in focus, ability to perform at higher intensity levels and see quicker recovery during and between workouts. The formula for Battle Fuel is divided into five effect-related outcomes which include muscle building, increased testosterone production, improved internal support, estrogen suppression and improved oxygen usage.

Battle Fuel Manufacture Suggested Usage:
• Take six Battle Fuel pills 30 minutes prior to your workout each day.
• Seperate doses throughout the day for best results.
• Muscle Pharm recommends to continually use the product for three weeks.
• After three weeks, take one week off.
• Resume taking Battle Fuel after the one week layoff.

Battle Fuel Proprietary Blend 4,929.5mg

Muscle Building Block Matrix:
Battle Fuel utilizes a combination of several plant-based extracts and nutrients to boost your body’s natural ability to develop muscle. Maca has been used by people in the South American region for many years for its ability to bolster energy and balance your hormones. In men, maca has been reported by people in South America to boost testosterone production which is a vital hormone for muscle building.

  • Suma Root Extract 20:1
  • Maca Powder
  • Yerba Mate Extract 10:1
  • Panax Ginseng Root
  • Fo-Ti Root
  • Muira Puama Extract 4:1
  • Ginkgo Biloba Extract 24/6
  • Sarsparilla Root
  • Vanadyl Sulfate

Natural Testosterone Amplifier:
In addition to some of the natural boosters found in the muscle building matrix, Battle Fuel contains other herbs designed to amplify testosterone. The hormone testosterone is most present in your body as you sleep. Zinc monomethionine can help you into the deeper phases of sleep more easily and this is thought to increase testosterone production as a result. Furthermore, L-carnitine has been scientifically linked to testosterone and male performance. Its inclusion in the product hopes to strengthen this relationship and increase your body’s own production testosterone.

  • Fenugreek Seed Extract (50% Saponins)
  • Propionyl-L-Carnitine
  • Acetyl L-Carnitine HCL
  • Cinnamon Powder
  • Eurycoma Longifolia 100:1
  • Mexican Wild Yam Root
  • Zinc Monomethionine

Internal Support Complex:
The idea behind the internal support complex is to boost your overall health and immune system. Many of these ingredients are linked to alternative medicine programs for preventing illness. Simply put, if you get sick, you can’t workout effectively. Battle Fuel hopes to prevent you from getting sick while keeping you in the weight room.

  • Rhodiola Rosea (Root) 3% Rosavins
  • Gum Guggul (10% Guggulsterones (UV)
  • Red Raspberry Leaf
  • Papaya Leaf
  • Cranberry Extract 4:1
  • Saw Palmetto Berry Extract 4:1
  • Peppermint Leaf
  • Wood Betony Herb
  • Fenugreek Seed
  • Dandelion Root
  • Milk Thistle (80% Silymarin (UV)
  • Nettle Leaf
  • Ashwaganda Root
  • Alfalfa Leaf
  • Cascara Sagrada (Bark)
  • Uva Ursi Leaf
  • Catnip Herb
  • Slippery Elm Bark
  • Cornsilk
  • Marshmallow Root
  • Licorice Root
  • Echinacea Augustifolia (Root)
  • False Unicorn Root
  • Gotu Kola Leaf
  • Cleaver Herb
  • Parsley Leaf
  • Hydrangea Root
  • Broccoli Extract 4:1
  • Flax Seed
  • Cabbage
  • Ginger
  • Onion
  • Cayenne (40,000 HU/g)
  • Garlic

Estrogen Suppression Matrix:
With boosted testosterone, your body naturally wants to increase estrogen production to maintain balance. Estrogen is primarily a female-linked hormone and is responsible for bone strength and body fat composition. Increased estrogen production can be counter-productive because it may cause your body to want to store fat instead of use it as fuel. Estrogen does come in different forms and ingredients such as broccoli extract seek to promote production of positive forms while decreasing production of non-positive forms.

  • Polygonum Cuspidatum Extract (Root) 20% Resveratrol
  • Broccoli Extract (Source Of Di-Indoly-Methane) (DIM)Oxygen & Endurance MatrixSuma Root Extract 20:1
  • Dimethylglycine (DMG)
  • Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus Senticosus) (Root)

Oxygen & Endurance Matrix:
The research into the effectiveness of the oxygen and endurance matrix is not as well developed as some of the other formulations; however, Muscle Pharm says that the oxygen and endurance matrix will improve your body’s ability to utilize oxygen. If Battle Fuel actually improves oxygen usage, you will be able to workout harder and at higher levels because oxygen helps you generate a majority of the energy you need for exercise.

  • Suma Root Extract 20:1
  • Dimethylglycine (DMG)
  • Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus Senticosus) (Root)
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