The main fatty acid in the human body is arachidonic acid, which is referred to as omega-6 fatty acids. In other words, it is the main building material necessary for the synthesis of dienolic prostaglandins. Prostaglandins PGE and PGF2 are an indispensable part of muscle protein metabolism. They increase blood flow in muscles, the effect of the local nature of testosterone, sensitivity to insulin and IGF-1.
Also, archidonic acid acts as the main regulator of prostaglandin metabolism in skeletal muscle tissue. It is she who is responsible for various biochemical changes leading to hypertrophy of human muscles. The main difference between archidonic acid among other non-steroidal drugs is the direct participation in metabolic processes.
Arachidonic acid, the formula of which consists of polyunsaturated fatty acids, quickly starts to work. After intensive training, when the fibers are damaged, it begins to act actively, and makes it clear the common saying is “no pain, no gain”, which translates as “there is no result without pain”. Using archidonic acid, a number of actions are launched in the human body in a cascade that are associated with muscle overcompensation.
Due to the fact that arachidonic acid increases the local content of testosterone in the body, and also increases susceptibility to insulin and protein synthesis, it thereby contributes to a faster and better recovery of the body. From this we can conclude that arachidonic acid does not increase the level of anabolic properties of hormones, but rather supports them. It also increases receptor susceptibility.
Remember that arachidonic acid in the body reduces regular exercise. In this regard, the less it is in the body, the more time and energy is required to achieve certain results. To maintain the anabolic effects of prostaglandins for seven to eight weeks, it is necessary to take an average of 750-1000 milligrams of arachidonic acid daily.
If you do not eat eggs and meat products every day, or if you are a vegetarian, then arachidonic acid will be your assistant.
The sources of acid in foods are the liver, brain, meat, and milk fat.
It is worth noting that arachidonic acid is of considerable interest for athletes who use steroids, and for those athletes who are called "clean." Not so long ago, an experiment was conducted in which fifteen bodybuilders who did not use steroids took part, for fifty days their average gain in weight was almost four kilograms. In addition, after consuming arachidonic acid, there is no rapidly post-course weight loss, as after consuming steroids. Also, according to clinical studies on cholesterol, as well as on the immune system, daily intake of arachidonic acid in a dosage of 1.5-1.7 thousand milligrams had no effect.
However, this drug has its drawbacks. People with high blood pressure, cardiovascular failure, arthritis should refuse to take it.