Recovery of The Gods - EAA Recovery Aid

Recovery of the Gods contains vital ingredients proven to increase blood flow. These ingredients are:

Agmatine Sulfate is produced in the body from L-arginine and influences nitric oxide production similarly to L-citrulline. However, it also inhibits Arginase, which breaks down L-arginine. By inhibiting Arginase, more L-arginine is readily available to be converted to nitric oxide, enhancing blood flow even further. 

Betaine Anhydrous is a compound derived from the amino acid choline and has been studied for various benefits. Betaine enhances the production of nitric oxide, which increases the delivery of blood and nutrients to the muscle. It also functions as an osmolyte, meaning it helps regulate water balance in cells and maintain hydration. 

Potassium, magnesium and sodium are all essential electrolytes that help maintain hydration within the body. When dehydrated, your body requires more than just water to rehydrate effectively. Lost electrolytes need to be replenished for you to rehydrate.

Sodium (Na+), the main electrolyte found in the body, helps maintain the balance of water in and around cells by regulating the movement of water via osmosis. When you are dehydrated, your body releases hormones that prevent you from losing additional sodium. It also plays a crucial role in nerve impulses, nutrient absorption, and the body's pH levels. 

Potassium (K+) helps regulate water within the body by acting as a counterbalance to sodium. This is important for maintaining healthy blood pressure and proper cellular hydration. It is also essential for proper nerve function, as nerve impulses are generated by the movement of Na+ into the cells and K+ out of the cells. 

Magnesium (Mg2+) plays a crucial role in several biological functions, such as converting food into energy, Muscle Protein Synthesis (MPS)=, muscle function, nervous system regulation, bone health, blood sugar control, blood pressure regulation and heart health. 

Recovery of the Gods contains several critical amino acids for brain function, acting as precursors to neurotransmitters. These amino acids include: 

L-tryptophan is a precursor to serotonin, the primary neurotransmitter that regulates mood, sleep, and appetite. An enzyme called tryptophan hydroxylase converts L-tryptophan into 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), which is then converted into serotonin. 

Taurine is an amino acid found in many tissues throughout the body, especially the brain.

Supplementation of Taurine has been proven to increase cognitive function by acting as a neuromodulator for several neurotransmitter systems, including Gamma-Aminobutyric Acid (GABA), glutamate, dopamine and serotonin. 

L-histidine is a building block of protein synthesis but has a unique role in the brain. Histidine converts into histamine, which acts as a neurotransmitter within the brain with a wide range of functions, such as Wakefulness, learning, memory, appetite regulation, emotions and mood. 

L-phenylalanine serves as a precursor to L-tyrosine. L-tyrosine is a precursor to several key neurotransmitters such as dopamine, norepinephrine, serotonin and epinephrine. These neurotransmitters are crucial for regulating mood, cognition and the body's response to stress. Intense exercise has been proven to decrease these important neurotransmitters (mainly dopamine), and by supplementing L-Tyrosine, the dopaminergic system is enhanced. This is due to the increase in raw material required to synthesise dopamine, leading to decreased fatigue and increased cognitive function. 

While research is ongoing, some evidence suggests that L-threonine may play a role in neuromodulation and neurotransmitters; however, it is the least studied. 

Amino Acids are essential for recovery. They are the building blocks of proteins necessary for repairing and building muscle tissue. During particularly intense exercise, muscle proteins break down, and new proteins must be synthesised via amino acids. This process is called Muscle Protein Synthesis (MPS). Adequate protein and amino acid intake is crucial for tissue repair and health.

Recovery of the Gods EAA Powder contains the Branch-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs) L-leucine, L-isoleucine, and L-valine. These BCAAs are vital for Muscle Protein Synthesis (MPS) and energy production during exercise.

L-leucine is the most notable and well-studied of the three due to its ability to stimulate the Mechanistic Target of Rapamycin (mTOR), which then leads to MPS. 

While also involved in MPS, L-isoleucine is best known for its role in glucose metabolism. This helps regulate blood sugar levels and ensures a steady supply of energy. It also plays a part in hemoglobin production and can promote fat utilisation within the body.

L-valine aids in MPS and muscle metabolism; however, it is essential for tissue repair and wound healing. This is particularly relevant to those recovering from an injury. 

There are multiple stages to MPS: Firstly, MPS is initiated when the muscle is stressed, typically by resistance exercise or other forms of high intensity training. This muscle stress signals the activation of critical pathways in cells related to MPS. Central to this is the Mechanistic Target of Rapamycin (mTOR). Once mTOR and other MPS signals in the cell are activated, the next step is transcription. The cells within the body read the DNA that codes for specific muscle proteins and transcribes it into the molecule called messenger RNA (mRNA). The mRNA acts as instructions for the cells to follow. It is then transported out of the cell's nucleus and into the cytoplasm. Here, ribosomes read the mRNA and transcribe the instructions into corresponding proteins. They do this by assembling chains of amino acids. After this chain has been completed, modifications such as folding into specific 3D structures and chemical modifications such as phosphorylation or glycosylation occur. These newly formed proteins are then used to repair and build muscle tissue.