01 May 2019 --- Fueled by a surge in consumer interest in exercise and health, protein has been riding a wave of fruitful product development. Yet recent research has identified that excessively consuming branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) could result in a reduced life span, low mood and weight gain. Published in Nature Metabolism, the study notes that while BCAAs may be great for adding muscle mass, your health could pay for it later. The researchers instead advocate for a diet that includes a variety of protein sources and balanced amino acid consumption.
