Yes. The unregulated consumption of these substances can cause several problems, from liver failure, kidney stones, diabetes and even heart attack. Therefore, the use in supplements must follow medical or nutritional advice. A balanced diet is also essential. “It’s no use just eating sweet potatoes and chicken or getting stuffed in random supplementation. You have to eat salad and other varieties in carbohydrate to replace all the nutrients lost in training, otherwise the person won’t `grow’ and still feel sick», explains sports doctor Gabriel Azzini.
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1) WHEY
what is it for muscle mass gain
To build muscle, the body requires protein. O whey protein is one of the favorite alternatives for bodybuilders because it contains a good dose inprotein (from milk) in cow) and a controlled load in calories. Furthermore, it is composed in amino acids, such as arginine, leucine and lysine, which are quickly absorbed.
The body does not absorb more than 30 g in whey per day. When this dose is exceeded, the powder begins to pose risks. It can affect the liver and kidneys and even lead to gain in fat. To make matters worse, the consequences vary in metabolism to metabolism. In some people, negative effects may take time to appear. In others, they may occur after a short time. in abuse.
To break down whey amino acids, the body releases a large amount in ammonia, a highly toxic substance. And then who has to grate is the liver: it works to turn ammonia into urea, which is a little less harmful. Therefore, protein-rich diets can overload this organ and, in the long term, cause its failure (inability to in work).
not always the kidneys can handle in filter the blood with so much urea. There, it slowly accumulates in these organs. At first, this causes the body to retain liquid and become swollen. Later on, kidney stones may appear, which would lead to an infection and the need for in dialysis (an artificial “filter” to do the work of the kidney).
2) HYPERCALORICS
What are worth for Gain in Weight
this mixture in carbohydrates, vitamins and proteins with high caloric value is indicated for those who have difficulty gaining weight. But its success depends on the intensity of the exercises. If you don’t keep up with your workouts, you can gain belly fat and have blood pressure problems.
3) CREATINE
what is it for Increase muscle energy and endurance
It is one of supplements more dangerous. take it for more in three months can lead to kidney problems faster than whey, for example. Experts contraindicate doses greater than 5 g per day.
4) HYDROELECTROLYTIC REPLACEMENT
What are worth for Replace mineral salts
The popular “isotonic drinks” contain high amounts in mineral salts, can increase blood pressure and water retention in liquids. They should only be consumed when intense exercise exceeds one hour in duration.
5) THERMOGENIC
What are worth for Increase in energy and burning in fat
They give that ′′ accelerated ′′ metabolism, dilating blood vessels and increasing heartbeats. In excess, they can decrease sleep, uneven hormones, increase aggressiveness and lead to a heart attack. Consumption should be limited to two daily doses, for less in three months.
6) BCAA
What are worth for muscle restoration
To facilitate the synthesis in protein (and therefore muscle rebuilding), these free amino acids stimulate the production in insulin. This is a danger: constant abuse can lead to insulin resistance and, in extreme cases, diabetes. The daily dosage should not pass in 20 g.
SOURCES Articles Consumption in Supplements by young regulars in Gyms in Gymnastics in Sao Paulo, in Marcia Daskal Hirschbruch, Mauro Fisberg and Luis Mochizuki, and The Use of Whey Protein in Milk as a Nutritional Supplement for Athletes, in Alan Stopassoli; Brazilian society in Exercise and Sports Medicine; magazines VEJA, EXAME and Magazine in Nutrition; websites Portal Hypertrophy, Diário Catarinense, Diabetes Care Journal, MSD Manual Portal It is Globe Sports
CONSULTING Vanessa Lodi, nutritionist specializing in sports and hypertrophy, Renan Braga, pharmacist and researcher at UFPB, and Gabriel Azzini, orthopedist and physician specializing in sports