3. Beef contains carnitine. Carnitine and sarcosine in chicken and fish are low, but beef is high. Carnitine is mainly used to support fat metabolism and produce branched-chain amino acids, which plays an important role in muscle growth of bodybuilders. 4. Beef contains potassium and protein potassium, which are relatively lacking minerals in most athletes' diets. Low level of potassium can inhibit the synthesis of protein and the production of growth hormone, thus affecting the growth of muscle. Beef is rich in protein: 4 ounces of lean tenderloin can produce 22 grams of first-class protein.
5. Beef is a low-fat source of linoleic acid. Beef is low in fat, but rich in conjugated linoleic acid. These potential antioxidants can effectively resist tissue damage caused by weightlifting and other sports. In addition, linoleic acid can also be used as an antioxidant to maintain muscle mass. 6. Beef contains zinc, magnesium and zinc. Zinc is another antioxidant, which helps to synthesize protein and promote muscle growth. Zinc strengthens the immune system together with glutamate and vitamin B6***. Magnesium supports the synthesis of protein, enhances muscle strength and, more importantly, improves the efficiency of insulin anabolism.