1. Q: What is MAP Master Amino Acid Pattern®?
MAP® is a dietary protein substitute that contains the MAP Master Amino Acid Pattern® the proprietary, unique pattern of essential amino acids, described in U.S. Patent No. 5,132,113, in a highly purified, free, crystalline form. Clinical published studies have shown and confirmed that MAP Master Amino Acid Pattern® can substitute dietary proteins in a more nutritious and safer way.
2. Q: How was MAP® discovered?
The discovery of MAP® has been the result of 23 years of pioneering research made by the International Nutrition Research Center (INRC), a leading American research institution in the field of human nutrition lead by Prof. Dr. Maurizio Lucà-Moretti®.
3. Q: Does MAP® comply with the U.S. Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and labeling regulations?
Yes, MAP® complies with the FDA’s GMP and labeling regulations.
4. Q: What is the recommended use of MAP®?
Clinical studies have shown and confirmed that the use of MAP® is safer and nutritionally more effective in comparison to any dietary protein, protein supplement or amino acid formula. Based on these facts, the use of MAP® is recommended as a safer and nutritionally more effective substitute for dietary proteins, proteins supplements or amino acids formulas.
5. Q: What is the composition of MAP®?
MAP® contains the MAP Master Amino Acid Pattern® the proprietary, unique pattern of essential amino acids described in U.S. Patent No. 5,132,113, in a highly purified, free, crystalline form.
6. Q: What are Essential Amino Acids?
Essential Amino Acids are those nutrients indispensable for human life because they cannot be synthesized within the human body. As a result, they must be supplied through the diet.
7. Q: Are amino acids from animal or vegetable source?
Amino acids can be obtained from either animal or vegetable source.
8. Q: What is the Body Protein Synthesis (BPS) of MAP®?
Clinical published clinical studies, performed in human subjects have shown and confirmed that MAP® provides a unique, unprecedent Body Protein Synthesis (BPS = 99%NNU/min.) Namely, the highest among any dietary protein, protein supplement or amino acid formula.
9. Q: Is MAP® made or derived from animal sources?
No, MAP® is not made or derived from animal sources.
10. Q: Is MAP® a natural product?
Yes, MAP® is a safe 100% natural product.
11. Q: How long does it take to digest MAP®?
MAP® is digested within 23 minutes from its oral ingestion.
12. Q: Is MAP® better absorbed in tablet or powder form?
MAP® can be easily absorbed in either tablet or powder form. However, before taking MAP® or other dietary supplements always consult your physician.
13. Q: How long is MAP's shelf life?
MAP's shelf life is three years.
14. Q: Does MAP® need to be refrigerated?
No. MAP® does not need to be refrigerated. However, it should be kept in a dry and cool place at 77°F (25°C). MAP® odor or color may vary if the required storage conditions are not met.
15. Q: Can MAP® be altered by high temperatures?
MAP® can be altered only through extremely high temperatures above 536°F (280°C). Therefore, normal cooking, baking and boiling temperatures do not alter the nutritional value of MAP®.
16. Q: How many kcal does MAP® provide?
Clinical studies results have shown that MAP® provides only 0.04 kcal/g. By comparison dietary proteins, protein supplements or amino acids formula provide 4.00 kcal/g. That is 99 times more kcal/g in comparison to MAP®.
17. Q: Is MAP® acidic or basic?
MAP® is amphoteric, which means it can act either as an acid or a base in accordance with the pH of the surrounding medium.
18. Q: Does MAP® contain any sodium?
MAP®, in contrast with any dietary protein or protein supplement is 100% sodium free.
19. Q: Does MAP® contain any fat?
MAP®, in contrast with any dietary protein or protein supplement is 100% fat free.
20. Q: Does MAP® contain any sugar?
MAP®, in contrast with any dietary protein or protein supplement is 100% sugar free.
21. Q: Does MAP® produce fecal residue?
MAP®, in contrast with any dietary protein or protein supplement does not produce any fecal residue.
22. Q: Does MAP® have any drug or food interaction?
No. MAP® does not have any drug or food interaction. However, before taking MAP® or other dietary supplements always consult your physician.
23. Q: Can MAP® cause any adverse reactions?
No adverse reactions have ever been reported.
24. Q: Does MAP® have any contraindications?
The use of MAP® does not have any contraindications.
25. Q: Is MAP® considered a medicine?
No. MAP® is not a medicine. It is a dietary supplement.
26. Q: What is the daily recommended dosage of MAP® for an athlete to get the best results in the shortest time?
- For anybody involved in physical activity: 10 tablets of MAP®, thirty minutes before training, in conjunction with the daily requirement of vitamins, minerals and trace elements.
- For professional athletes: 10 tablets of MAP®, thirty minutes before training, in conjunction with the daily requirement of vitamins, minerals and trace elements. And an additional 10 tablets of MAP® to be taken two hours after working out.
Warning: Never take more than ten tablets of MAP® within a two-hour period.
27. Q: May protein supplements be taken with MAP®?
No. Protein supplements should not be taken in conjunction with MAP®, in order to prevent:
- a decrease in Body Protein Synthesis;
- an increase in nitrogen catabolites (BUN), that is metabolic toxic waste; and
- an overloading of digestive functions.
28. Q: Is it necessary to take vitamins, minerals and trace elements in conjunction with MAP®?
Yes. MAP® should always be taken in conjunction with the daily requirement of vitamins, minerals and trace elements.