AA-Arachidonic Acid

decatrender · 10-13-2008, 10:02 AM

I have been researching some of the new products containing AA with anticipation. However, I stumbled on to something alarming. Not trying to slam the products just wondering if I should take them or not.

Understanding (AA) Arachidonic Acid - (Omega 6 ? Pro Inflammatory Fat)
Dr. Barry Sears
Zone Living

CBN.com ? There are two types of fats that fall into the category of "good" fats. These are the monounsaturated fats and the long chain omega 3 fats. You get monounsaturated fats from olive oil, selected nuts and avacados. Long chain omega 3 fats come from fish and fish oils. These are exceptionally powerful allies in your quest for a longer and healthier life.

However, there are some fats you want to restrict in your diet. These are saturated fats, trans fats and (AA) arachidonic acid. I consider these to be really "bad" fats. Arachidonic acids are found primarily in fatty red meats, egg yolks and organ meats. This particular polyunsaturaed fat may be the most dangerous fat know when consumed in excess and is known as an Omega 6 fat. In fact, you can inject virtually every type of fat (even saturated fat and cholesterol) into rabbits and nothing happens. However, if you inject (AA) arachidonic acid into the same rabbits they are dead within three minutes. The human body needs "some" arachidonic acid, but too much can be toxic.

Ironically, the higher your insulin levels, the more your body is stimulated to make increased levels of arachidonic acid. (AA) is a long-chain omega-6 fatty acid. Enchaned production of good eicosanoids requires the presence of EPA and DHA long chain "omega 3" fats, found in Ultra Refined fish oil.

Remember, long chain omega-6 fatty acids (found in high concentrations in vegetable oils) are the building blocks used to manufacture "bad" eicosanoids. The balance of good and bad eicosanoids will be the primary factor determining your physical and mental health.

As you may have already guessed, fish oils are rich in long chain omega 3 fats. Central to my wellness plan are the long chain omega 3 fats called EPA and DHA. DHA is the needed fat for the brain, whereas EPA is the key fat for your heart and overall health. Utlra Refined omega 3 is rich in both.

decatrender · 10-13-2008, 12:58 PM

I talked to a sports medicine Dr. today about AA and he felt that it was good in the recommended dosages. He said that there was no telling much they injected into the rabbits that died.

zachattack43 · 10-13-2008, 01:12 PM

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Originally Posted by decatrender

I talked to a sports medicine Dr. today about AA and he felt that it was good in the recommended dosages. He said that there was no telling much they injected into the rabbits that died.

This has been debunked time and time again. Who injects fatty acids?

browndustin · 10-13-2008, 01:14 PM

As far as I know, no one in the online bodybuilding community has complained about their arachidonic acid injections. However I am willing to accept the challenge that they may have dropped dead within three minute, barring them from posting. Furthermore, we don't have any rabbits that I know of who seriously lift weights for the purpose of bodybuilding.

Whew... I think we're in the clear! Let me know if there's anything else we need to discuss!!

zachattack43 · 10-13-2008, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by browndustin

As far as I know, no one in the online bodybuilding community has complained about their arachidonic acid injections. However I am willing to accept the challenge that they may have dropped dead within three minute, barring them from posting. Furthermore, we don't have any rabbits that I know of who seriously lift weights for the purpose of bodybuilding.

Whew... I think we're in the clear! Let me know if there's anything else we need to discuss!!

Well, I guess Dustion injects the AA, then....whew, glad to see he is still alive and kicking!