Home > Manufacturers > Jarrow_Formulations > BCAA BCAA BCAA JR-181 Your Price: $11.73 Regular: $15.95 You Save: $4.22 Quantity: : Description: BCAA Complex contains the ideal 2:1:1 ratio of the free form, crystalline branched chain amino acids L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine and L-Valine combined with the conditionally essential amino acid L-Glutamine. The higher amount of Leucine reflects its importance in muscle metabolism asthe most effective branch chain amino acid for stimulation of protein synthesis and it is more readily utilized for energy. BCAAs exert an anticatabolic effect by reducing the breakdown of protein, thereby protecting muscle tissue. Glutamine is a preferred source of fuel for the intestinal cells and is in high demand by skeletal muscles following physical exertion. Vitamin B6 enhances amino acid metabolism.* The Inside Scoop: Free Form Amino Acids with Glutamine and B6 Nutrition Facts: Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride) (mg) 5 L-Leucine (mg) 300 L-Isoleucine (mg) 150 L-Valine (mg) 150 L-Glutamine (mg) 500 Ingredient Details: Rice powder and magnesium stearate. Capsule consists of gelatin. Suggested Use: Take 2-6 capsules per day with juice before or after exercise, or as directed by your qualified health consultant.