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Description:
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What it is:
BetaGen HP is the first formula to combine University-tested HMB (B-hydroxy
B-methylbutyrate monohydrate) with Phosphagen brand creatine. Supplementing
with BetaGen HP may:
- Increase lean mass
and strength
- Suppress muscle
protein breakdown
- Enhance muscle
energetics and recuperation
Serving Size: 2 level
scoops
How to use it:
As a dietary supplement, add 2 scoops or 1 tablespoon to 4 oz of water
or juice, and stir/mix until dissolved. Use three servings daily. Do not
exceed recommended servings. Consult with a physician prior to use if
you have any medical conditions. Do not use if pregnant or lactating.
Nutrition
Info
Serving size 2 scoops |
| Amount
Per Serving |
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| General
Nutrition |
| Calories |
20 |
| Calories
from Fat |
0 |
| Total
Fat |
0 g |
| Sugars |
0 g |
| Cholesterol |
0 mg |
| Total
Carbohydrates |
5 g |
| Protein |
0 g |
| Taurine |
500 mg |
| Creatine
Monohydrate |
2 g |
| Calcium
HMB |
1 g |
| L-Glutamine |
2 g |
| Calcium
(from calcium HMB) |
140 mg |
| Vitamins/Minerals |
| Pantothenic
Acid |
25% |
| Riboflavin |
25% |
| Vitamin
E |
667% |
| Vitamin
B6 |
25% |
| Vitamin
B12 |
25% |
| Thiamin |
25% |
| Niacin |
25% |
| Vitamin
C |
833% |
| Ingredients |
| Maltodextrin,
natural and artificial flavors, citric acid, sucralose, beta-carotene,
Yellow #6, Red #40, Red #40 Lake, Blue #2. |
Q&A
Q: What is different about BetaGen HP from the original BetaGen?
A: Several additions have been made to BetaGen HP to enhance the overall
effectiveness of the product. These improvements include:
More glutamine (2g)—Glutamine
is the most abundant amino acid in muscle tissue, and among other functions,
is responsible for recovery and repair of muscle tissue1. Research has
found evidence that glutamine is important for the maintenance of skeletal
muscle protein levels. For individuals engaged in intense exercise, glutamine
may exert a beneficial effect on immune system strength, cell volumization,
and protein synthesis.
More taurine (500mg)—Early research on the amino acid taurine showed
that it possesses insulin-mimicking characteristics that may be valuable
for nutrient transport. Current investigation of taurine demonstrates
its involvement in the control of muscular contraction. Significant losses
in taurine may decrease muscle contractility, and consequently, exercise
performance. By offsetting taurine loss, the benefits of high intensity
exercise including strength and lean mass gains may be increased.
Vitamins C and E—Whether you lift weights or run, the body produces
free radicals. The body's internal antioxidant defense systems can handle
the challenge of dealing with free radicals at low levels of exercise
intensity, however elevated intensity levels may require supplemental
defense. The addition of vitamins C and E may support the overall recovery
process, as they provide immune system support and antioxidant protection
from free radicals. These powerful antioxidant vitamins may help hard-training
athletes avoid the negative consequences of overtraining. Research on
the effects of vitamin C on exercise performance indicates that ascorbic
acid may prevent the formation of exercise-induced free radicals. In a
study investigating the effects of vitamin E on recreationally weight
trained subjects, it was determined that a decrease in muscle membrane
disruption and oxidative stress was evident. What may be even more interesting
about the supplementation of these two vitamins is that vitamin C is thought
to regenerate vitamin E7, making it advantageous to use both in conjunction
to ensure optimal availability in offsetting free-radical damage. This
antioxidant combination in BetaGen HP may help individuals recover faster
from intense workouts by diminishing the harmful effects of free radical
production.
B-vitamin complex—The B-vitamin complex serves a wide variety of
functions in the body, including growth and repair of body tissues, healthy
cell development, nervous system function, and metabolism of fats, carbohydrates,
and proteins. In particular, vitamins B6, B12, and Folic acid are important
for the synthesis of hormones and red blood cell production. Paying major
attention to vitamin and mineral intake, specifically B vitamins, zinc
and chromium, is required to optimize carbohydrate metabolism, the ultimate
limiting factor for sport performance. Ensuring that sufficient levels
of the B-complex are available in the body may optimize the function of
the nervous system and metabolically active tissues (muscle) to achieve
maximal athletic performance.
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