IMO, supplements are mostly a "blind faith" kind of thing. I've used many
and it's an extremely rare situation where I can honestly claim I noted any
benefit whatsoever. That doesn't mean there aren't any, and IMO that's
where the blind faith comes in. The bottom line is if you can afford them,
feel good about taking them, then go for it. You can find "science" that
supports your position, so it's not as if you're stupid for doing so.

If you're really concerned about muscle loss while LC dieting, start lifting
weights. Nothing will work for you better than that. The boost in
metabolism will assist with fat burning and the demands placed on your
muscles will send a strong message body that they are needed. A LC diet
adequate in protein and beneficial fats along with appropriate exercise is
the best protection you can find for minimizing muscle loss.

Nugget heads revenge wrote:
:: I have a question - and I have no idea about the effect of amino
:: acids on weight loss during atkins, hence my reason for asking my
:: intellectual betters.
::
:: Would taking BCAA's (Branched Chain Amino Acids) supplements
:: (apparently a combination of Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine) be a
:: good idea on Atkins.
::
:: Apparently it helps prevent muscle loss and is touted as helping
:: with fat loss over muscle loss (could be a load of crap though).
::
:: I realise I probably already get some of the benefits of this type
:: of amino acid from eggs etc. but was wondering if supplementing on
:: it would have any adverse effects and perhaps interfere with ketosis
:: perhaps, or actually promote it.
::
:: Anyone who can offer any insight I'd appreciate it.
::
:: Cheers
::
:: John