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The first critical ingredients in our formula are branched-chain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine and valine) in a 2:1:1 ratio, for an outstanding amount of 8 grams per serving. Research shows that all BCAAs work far better when taken together in a 2:1:1 ratio, igniting muscle protein synthesis and boosting insulin, which will facilitate the uptake of all the ingredients in our formula in the muscle cells, especially L-carnitine.

We included 4 grams of glutamine in our formula because the research has shown that it's critical in muscle tissues to facilitate muscle protein synthesis. It's also one of the most abundant amino acids in the body, as many other bodily tissues use it for energy. If any of these tissues have a temporary higher demand, their energy needs will increase and it will use glutamine from the muscle tissues, hence why it makes sense to have that extra glutamine after a stressful event like exercising. Studies have shown that if muscle glutamine levels are low after exercise, protein synthesis will be compromised.

L-Carnitine is an ammonia containing compound that's formed in the liver and kidneys from the amino acids lysine and methionine. It has been widely studies throughout the years for its fantastic anabolic and performance enhancing properties, specifically through its unique ability to upregulate and increase androgen receptors throughout the body. This means that the more androgen receptors you have in muscle tissues, the more testosterone can bind to them, leading to muscle growth and fat loss. The downside of L-Carnitine is its poor bioavailability when taken orally (about 10%), hence why we introduced a hefty 4 grams dose per serving, which will lead to a clinical dose of 400 mg. Research has shown that to successfully deliver L-Carnitine to the muscle cells, it needs to be taken along with a carbohydrate source which will boost insulin. This is why we strongly recommend to take RESTORED post-workout with some fast digesting carbohydrates.

Betaine is quickly becoming a popular supplements due to the research showing its ability to boost muscle strength and power, as well as increase growth hormone and IGF-1 levels. It also increases the body's own production of creatine. Betaine also boosts levels of SAM-e, which have been linked to improved mood and cognitive function.

β-Hydroxy β-Methylbutyrate (HMB) is a natural metabolite of leucine, the king of branched chained amino acids. The medical literature has demonstrated how the main benefit of HMB is the repair of damaged muscle cell membranes, allowing for muscle protein synthesis to occur at a normal rate, especially in subjects under chronic training stressors. Given the impossibility of obtaining proper dosages through diet, it's crucial for every serious athlete to supplement it at clinical doses.

Taurine is a great amino acids when it comes to enhance energy and muscle strength. Papers have shown that muscular strength and endurance plummets when taurine levels drops, because it promotes hypertrophy by drawing more water into your cells, and that's why we added taurine in our popular LIMITLESS pre-workout, but it's critical to replenish these levels as soon as you finish your workout session too, in order to refill the muscle tissues.

Coconut water from green young coconuts has been used as a source of hydration in tropical countries since humans discovered how to crack the hard outer shell. For centuries people have been using the ultra-hydrating beverage to combat the high temperatures of the tropics where the trees grow. It's naturally filled with electrolytes like potassium and magnesium, which help you better balance your hydration levels compared to drinking plain still water. Coconut water has been shown to be perfect for athletes who are trying to recover from a hard workout or power through an endurance session.

Magnesium is an essential mineral that's involved in numerous reactions in the body. It's important for healthy function of the cardiovascular system, metabolic rate, and bone health. But the reason we added it in our post-workout is because it helps with recovery by preventing a build-up of lactic acid, known to cause pain, tightness and muscle cramping after exercising. It also helps to balance and control cortisol, which is usually elevated during and after workouts, as a response to intense training causing stress on the body.

Found in almost all pre-workouts, beta alanine is the ingredient that makes your skin itchy and has you sitting there scratching your face between sets. There is ample evidence in the medical literature that its effect on performance is negligible and absolutely worthless at the common dosages available in all preworkouts:

“The median effect of β-alanine supplementation is a 2.85% (-0.37 to 10.49%) improvement in the outcome of an exercise measure, when a median total of 179 g of β-alanine is supplemented” [R].

179 grams (an amount nobody would ever be able to supplement) for a 2.85% improvement in performance, and a ton of itchines as a result.

“Although some laboratory-based studies show an ergogenic effect with beta-alanine supplementation, there is a lack of field-based research in training and competition settings.”

One of the worst things you can do is take antioxidants before or straight after your workout.

The stress and damage induced by weightlifting or exercise is needed to facilitate muscular recovery and progress.

The reactive oxygen species produced during intense training assists with that process, and is also why drugs like Ibuprofen can inhibit muscle growth so severely.

The inflammatory response to training is what we want in order to recover, and by inhibiting that with antioxidants or anti-inflammatory drugs, you prevent your body from breaking down and recovering the way it needs to in order to grow.

Many companies advertise their supplements as "pure" or "natural", hoping you won't go and read the ingredients list where you'll find artificial flavours and colourings. All of our supplements are only flavoured with natural substances, keeping the taste nice and natural and providing you one of the shortest ingredients list on the market.

Whatever the excuse the manufacturer and/or the distributor would use, we can assure you that a quality product won't need any of these toxic ingredients. We only use stevia as a natural sweetener and we don't use any filler or additive, not even the wide-spread silicon dioxide, which some recent medical literature has linked to health problems. Our commitment to you is to deliver a 100% natural product.