Betaine anhydrous, which is sometimes known as trimethylglycine, is a member of the vitamin B complex. Specifically, betaine is a derivative of choline. Choline is a lipotropic. A lipotropic is an agent that aids in preventing surplus fat from collecting in the liver. Without choline, the liver...
Betaine seems to increase strength, power, and elicits hormonal changes in a muscle-building way. It may possibly increase strength and power endurance too. So the research shows it to be an all round effective supplement, making it an extremely effective option for high power sports like...
Strength and Power
Taking 1.25 grams of betaine twice per day for 2 weeks resulted in: 16% higher bench press power, 24.6% higher isometric bench press, 10% higher isometric squat.[3] So betaine could potentially increase your lifts significantly.
Taking 1.25 grams of betaine twice per day for 2 weeks resulted in: 6.4% higher growth hormone post-exercise, 11.7% higher IGF-1, and 12.2% lower cortisol.[1] All three hormonal changes positively influence muscle growth.
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