Why take amino acids on an empty stomach?!
Question: I just bought some amino acid softgel capsules at GNC which i take in the morning on an empty stomach before going to the gym. And after the gym, I drink a protein shake. and wait for 1 hour before I eat a small healthy meal.
My question is:
1) Why should I take amino acids on an empty stomach? (it is stated in the directions.
2) Is it a waste to take amino acids and protein shakes? I want the products to be effective.
3) Is this routine a good morning routine?
Thank you!! Please give me some pointer. Much is appreciated!
Answers: I just bought some amino acid softgel capsules at GNC which i take in the morning on an empty stomach before going to the gym. And after the gym, I drink a protein shake. and wait for 1 hour before I eat a small healthy meal.
My question is:
1) Why should I take amino acids on an empty stomach? (it is stated in the directions.
2) Is it a waste to take amino acids and protein shakes? I want the products to be effective.
3) Is this routine a good morning routine?
Thank you!! Please give me some pointer. Much is appreciated!
amino acids are more quickly absorbed by the body when taken on an empty stomach. that is the point of taking them, to get them into your bloodstream quickly. whey protein provides your body with a quick digesting source of amino acids, making it unnecesary to supplement with aminos unless your budget allows it. if you train in the morning, i would suggest this if there is time in your schedule. upon waking, make a whey protein shake, then about a half hour later, eat your breakfast. train about half hour to 1 hour after that. this way the whey protein has supplied your muscles with aminos they need after a fast from sleeping, and your breakfast has a chance to digest. immediately after your workout, you take aminos, then a whey shake within an hour after training. my schedule allows me to supplement this way as i work a later shift. if you have the same luxury, this would be the better way to supplement.
Your supposed to take it with a full glass of water.Empty stomach,I don't,I have ulcer disease and take mine after a meal.