Beta-Hydroxy Beta-Methyl Butyrate (HMB)

Want to know what does HMB do. in this article you will learn all about HMB and how does it help in bodybuilding

Beta-Hydroxy Beta-Methyl Butyrate (HMB) is a made from the essential branched chain amino acid leucine to carry out more specifically some of its functions.

HMB plays a role in muscle synthesis by increasing the rate of protein being used, leading to less fat storage of such molecules and contributing to the maintenance of muscle mass.

The more protein is being effectively used, the more muscle-protein you save from being used as an alternate fuel source in glucose-deprived states.

Not only does it improve the use of free amino acids in the body, it also prevents the use of engaged amino acids by minimizing protein breakdown. By maintaining the integrity and strength of the cell lining (membrane) it doesn't allow the protein stored in the cell to be used for alternate means.

In the body, it is said we can produce up to 1 gram daily. So naturally for those looking to supplement, significantly higher doses will be needed. I have my own feelings about HMB supplementation. I must say the first time I used it, I thought it was a waste of money.

Since then more research has shown that HMB is a worthy supplement, but at the doses needed to exert serious effects is way too costly. Prices for quality HMB have gone down, but at the current cost for isolating amino acids I have no idea if they will ever be cost-effective.

In a dieting stage HMB could be a lifesaver. By protecting the muscle protein, metabolizing fat and increasing the use of free aminos as energy it may help you reach your goals sooner. But the same can be said about carnitine and glutamine.

The decision lies with you on what you want to spend your money on. But unless you have high hopes of winning some kind of prize, I don't think your wallet will appreciate you taking them all along with your fat-burner.

If HMB is your thing, however, consider the doses. For maximum benefit, HMB should be taken over as many servings as possible. 6 are good, 8 are better and so on, but if you are the forgetful type, 3 servings will do.

Total intake for a training day, when on a diet (I wouldn't recommend HMB as a good supplement in another situation), should be 4.5 to 6 grams depending on sex and age, and on non-training days 2.5 to 3 should serve you well.

Maintain use on non-training days because muscle wasting is an arduous process that doesn't take your schedule in to account. Again increase the dosage with lean body-weight.

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