Tips, Tricks & Thoughts
Tips, Tricks & Thoughts
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟰 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱
by Absolutely Balanced LLC
on Apr 27 2026
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟰 𝗣𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗯𝘀𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱:
1. 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗲. 2. 𝗥𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗽𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝘆. 3. 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲. 4. 𝗙𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗢𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗱𝘀.
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Tips, Tricks & Thoughts
The Quality Conversation Nobody Is Having About Creatine (Especially for Menopausal Women)
by Absolutely Balanced LLC
on Dec 27 2025
Most creatine on the market is “good enough.”
And that is exactly the problem.
Women in perimenopause and menopause are losing strength faster, recovering slower, and fighting fatigue on a cellular level ... and the supplement industry is handing them commodity creatine like it’s all the same thing.
It isn’t.
Tips, Tricks & Thoughts
🧬 Amino Acids: Not Just Protein Builders
by Absolutely Balanced LLC
on Jun 16 2025
🧬 Amino Acids: Not Just Protein Builders
You’ve probably heard the phrase: "Amino acids are the building blocks of protein." And yes, that’s absolutely true.
But here’s what no one tells you:
Amino acids do way more than just build muscle.
They’re used to create:
Hormones (like thyroid hormone or adrenaline)
Neurotransmitters (like dopamine, serotonin, and GABA)
Enzymes that control every single reaction in your body
Immune cells, detox pathways, and even cellular energy (ATP)
So what is an amino acid?
An amino acid is a small organic compound that contains:
An amine group (the "amino" part)
A carboxylic acid group (the "acid" part)
And a side chain that makes each one unique
What makes it an "amino acid" isn’t whether it builds protein—it’s that specific structure.
Do all amino acids start with "L-"?
Nope—but many natural forms found in food and used by your body do.
The "L-" just means it's the "left-handed" (or levorotatory) version, which is the form your body actually recognizes and uses.
There’s also a "D-" form (right-handed), but that’s usually synthetic or biologically inactive in humans.
TL;DR: "L-" means it's bioavailable and useful to your body.
Two Big Categories of Amino Acids:
1. Proteinogenic Amino Acids (aka the standard 20)
These are the amino acids your body uses to build proteins like:
Muscle tissue
Enzymes
Structural proteins like collagen and keratin
9 are essential (you must get them from food), 11 are non-essential (your body can make them).
2. Non-Proteinogenic Amino Acids
These don’t build protein — but they still play major roles, such as:
L-Theanine → supports calm focus & alpha brainwave activity
Citrulline → boosts nitric oxide and exercise endurance
Taurine → supports heart, brain, and nerve function
Beta-Alanine → improves athletic performance
GABA (technically a derivative) → helps regulate stress and sleep
They don’t build the house, but they wire the lights, filter the air, and keep the power on.
Think of it like this:
Amino acids are like LEGO bricks.
Some are used to build big structures (protein)
Others are specialty pieces that control how everything works together
And like LEGO, you need the right pieces at the right time to function at your best.
Why This Matters for Supplements:
When you see ingredients like L-Theanine, Taurine, or Beta-Alanine in your supplements, don’t dismiss them just because they’re not "essential."
They might be non-essential by definition, but they can be life-changing in how they help your brain, stress response, energy, and focus.
Final Thought:
Not all amino acids build protein. But the best ones help build a better you.
Tips, Tricks & Thoughts
Cravings Uncovered: Why You Want Chocolate, Chips, or Cheese (and What to Do About It)
by Absolutely Balanced LLC
on May 12 2025
Craving chocolate, chips, cheese - or all of the above?
You’re not broken, you’re just human. This cheeky-but-scientific post breaks down the real reasons behind cravings (spoiler: it’s not lack of willpower) and gives you simple, effective ways to get back in control - without giving up what you love.
Tips, Tricks & Thoughts
How Coaches Help Long-Term Weight Loss Success
by Absolutely Balanced LLC
on Dec 23 2023
Why having a live coach can help you get to your goal weight, and stay there!
Having a coach isn't just a bonus – it's the secret ingredient that can turn 'I'll start tomorrow' into 'I'm crushing my goals today.'
Tips, Tricks & Thoughts
by Absolutely Balanced LLC
on Nov 22 2023
To All The Busy Moms Out There:
You’ve spent years doing for others - now it’s your turn. Learn why prioritizing your own wellness isn’t selfish - it’s essential. You are worth it.