EAAs (Essential amino acids)

Tier 2 — promising · Muscle · Recovery · Fasting

Contains all nine essential amino acids your body cannot make on its own. A 2024 review found EAAs stimulate muscle protein building as effectively as whey protein but with fewer calories. Especially useful during fasting or calorie restriction when total protein intake is limited. Very safe with no serious side effects at recommended doses.

Dose: 6–12 g/day around training or between meals; contains all 9 essential amino acids