Science & Research
Verifiable Science
Amino-NR is an amino acid dietary supplement designed to support athletic activity, immune function, and daily wellness. Dietary amino acids provide important support for athletic training by promoting muscle performance and recovery.1-4 From trained athletes to older adults, dietary amino acids also play an important role in immune health, primarily by supporting healthy glutamine and glutathione levels.5,6 Alpha lipoic acid and adenosylcobalamin provide additional support for mitochondrial function and energy.7,8 Adenosylcobalamin is the form of vitamin B12 active in the mitochondria, promoting mitochondrial energy (ATP) production in part by supporting MCM enzyme activity, which declines with age.9 Animal studies suggest it may specifically enhance mitochondrial bioenergetics, support type IIA fast-twitch muscle fiber size during aging, and help stabilize neuromuscular junctions.10 Vitamin B6 acts as a cofactor for healthy amino acid and energy metabolism.‡
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10. Internal data, unpublished.