08 Mar 2008 12:28:06 | Rick Mitchell
ZMA is a scientifically designed anabolic mineral formula
containing zinc monomethionine aspartate, magnesium aspartate
and vitamin B-6. Studies have shown that it has a clinical
effect on testosterone levels when taken in a combination
containing 30 mg of zinc and 450 mg of magnesium per day. The
most famous study conducted by Lorrie Brilla at Western
Washington University indicated that this combination could
raise testosterone levels by as much as 30%.
Bodybuilders can obviously benefit from taking ZMA, specifically
in the following ways:
1. It increases the body's natural production of testosterone
thus boosting its capacity for building lean muscle.
2. It increases levels of growth hormone.
3. It helps sleep if taken 30-60 minutes before bed thus
enhancing rest and recovery.
ZMA has no known side effects but it must be taken in the proper
dosage to the exact proportions used in most studies - that is
11 mg of vitamin B-6, 450 mg of magnesium and 30 mg of zinc.
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