Essential AMINO Energy is a matrix composed of essential amino acids obtained through vegetable fermentation and enriched with caffeine anhydrous, ViNitrox polyphenolsTM and Alpinia galanga enXtraTM extract, developed to support and optimise levels of concentration, reactivity and energy during performance.
In fact, the complete formula of Essential AMINO Energy consists of various functional elements to support sports performance both mentally and physically. This product can therefore be considered to all intents and purposes as a pre-workout energy boost, to be taken during even the most demanding performances.
But what is the purpose of all the components chosen for Essential AMINO Energy?
Essential Amino Acids (EAAs) are those that the human body is unable to synthesise on its own in sufficient quantities to meet its needs, and must therefore be obligatorily consumed through the diet. It is important to remember that the EAA also includes branched-chain amino acids, known as BCAA (Branched Chain Amino Acids), and that amino acids are the organic molecules that our bodies use to form proteins. Taken before training, they are used by the body as an energy substrate, helping to counteract fatigue and reduce feelings of tiredness.
On the other hand, the ViNitroxTM polyphenols, a patented raw material of the highest quality, are natural extracts obtained from vine (Vitis vinifera L., seed) and apple (Malus domestica Borkh., fruit). This complex of substances is capable of improving performance through its important effect on vasodilation. It increases the activation of the eNOS system (endothelial nitric oxide synthase, +43%), the production of nitric oxide (NO, +24%) and also strongly increases vasodilation levels in the muscles (+50%). Thanks to these mechanisms, it promotes very intense muscle pumping (the effect known as PUMP). But the vasodilatory effect is not the only benefit of ViNitroxTM: the selected polyphenols, synergistically combined, also exert a protective action on the body against oxidative stress, significantly decreasing (by 74%) the pro-inflammatory molecules produced at the end of training.
The extract of Alpinia galanga enXtraTM is an innovative patent capable of improving and maintaining the attention threshold for more than 5 consecutive hours, without altering the heart rate or pressure variations. Alpinia galanga, of which enXtraTM is composed, is a plant from the ginger family whose extracts can support and prolong the state of alertness and mental focus. It is therefore of great help during training to boost locomotor and motor coordination activity and, combined with anhydrous caffeine, provides the body with an **boost of energy without the risk of energy and attention collapsing. EnXtraTM is a standardised patent on total polyphenols. Alpinia Galanga is cultivated without the use of pesticides in hilly terrain and harvested by hand. It is DNA authenticated to ensure the most transparent botanical identification and is a safe and well-tolerated product. enXtraTM</sup is GRAS certified, non-GMO, gluten-free, vegan, Kosher certified and Halal compliant.
Anhydrous caffeine is added to the Essential AMINO Energy formula to act in synergy with the enXtraTM</sup extract, and also serves to improve concentration and increase alertness. An ergogenic agent, caffeine increases energy levels and consequently reaction times become more efficient.
Essential AMINO Energy version is therefore a true pre-workout enhancer that improves performance, vasodilation, concentration and reactivity throughout your workout, but with the addition of polyphenols extends its functionality into the subsequent recovery phase.
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