BCAA energy drink: natural organic energy drink with amino acids
Introduction:
A natural, organic energy drink with BCAAs as an alternative to conventional boosters? Is it really worth it? We say yes, and explain why Guayusa has more to offer as a natural energy drink than the familiar boosters, powders and capsules on the market.
Contents
- Information about Guayusa, the BCAA energy drink
- Ingredients in the natural organic energy drink with BCAAs
- How Guayusa works during exercise
- More about the natural energy drink with BCAAs
Information about Guayusa, the BCAA energy drink
No, Guayusa is neither guarana nor mate tea. It is a leaf from the Ecuadorian rainforest. Steeped in hot or cold water, it makes a kind of tea that Indigenous people drink before hunting. Guayusa sharpens the senses, improves endurance and keeps you alert for several hours.
The effect as it takes hold is described as subtle: the real power becomes apparent once you are already well into your workout. There is a reason this natural, organic energy drink with BCAAs and all the essential amino acids is traditionally drunk before hunting.
Ingredients in the natural organic energy drink with BCAAs
Guayusa is among the foods with the highest levels of antioxidants. We will explain why that matters later in this article. As well as antioxidants, the Guayusa leaf has the world's highest caffeine content. With up to 7.6%, this tea will launch your training to a new level!
But Guayusa works quite differently from conventional energy drinks or coffee, thanks to the additional effects of theobromine, theophylline and L-theanine. This combination of ingredients is unique and is not found in any other plant. Guayusa tea also contains all essential amino acids, including BCAAs.
If you would like to explore the subject in more depth, we have a dedicated section on Guayusa plant compounds and their effects. The plant is still relatively unknown around the world, but is becoming increasingly popular with athletes, entrepreneurs and students.
How Guayusa works during exercise
FOCUS
The ingredients already give us a good idea of what to expect.
Caffeine and L-theanine are especially interesting when it comes to focus during a workout. It is frustrating when you cannot concentrate! When you lose focus, your whole training session suffers: you put in less effort because your thoughts are elsewhere.
Studies have shown that L-theanine improves focus and concentration.
Studies have shown that when combined with caffeine, L-theanine can prevent a shaky feeling and possible nervousness.
ENDURANCE
Everyone knows that 20 minutes at the gym is not much of a workout: your muscles have only just warmed up. A proper training session takes at least an hour. The more endurance you have, the more repetitions or different exercises you can do. Theobromine and theophylline are the interesting compounds here. Improved oxygen uptake and heart function help you keep reaching new goals, day after day.
ALERTNESS
The antioxidants, including BCAAs, protect your cells from oxidative stress and also have a particular effect on your eyes, specifically the retina. Certain antioxidants improve light absorption, helping you become alert more quickly and stay alert for longer.
Caffeine's familiar alertness effect also plays a part.
RECOVERY
A demanding workout is what many people aim for, and muscle soreness over the following days can be a sign of a good session. The next step is to support the body's own recovery.
The body needs amino acids for this. Conventional BCAA energy drinks often have them added synthetically. Guayusa provides BCAA amino acids naturally, as well as all the other essential amino acids. It supplies you and your body with a broader range than conventional energy drinks with BCAAs.
More about the natural energy drink with BCAAs
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