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About this item
Highlights
- Essential Amino Acids
- Leucine, Isoleucine, Valine
- Pure Aminos
Description
The Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAAs), leucine, isoleucine and valine are essential amino acids, and thus cannot be made in the body.* BCAAs are critical for muscle protein synthesis, and because BCAAs can be used as fuel during intense exercise, BCAA supplementation can help to preserve existing muscle tissue.* In addition, BCAAs can support the recovery process by promoting the normal repair processes that take place after exertion.* BCAAs also play an important role in the maintenance of proper immune system function and the support of healthy aging.*
Contains: Does Not Contain Any of the 9 Major Allergens
Suggested Age: Adult
Product Warning: Adult Use Only
Product Form: Powder
Package Quantity: 1
TCIN: 88151655
UPC: 733739002136
Origin: made in the USA or imported
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Serving Size: approx. 5.2 g
Serving Per Container: about 65
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 20
% Daily Value*
* Percentage of Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients:
sunflower lecithin.
Allergens & Warnings:
Caution: For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children., Do not eat freshness packet enclosed., Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 3.5 inches length x 3.5 inches width x 6.5 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.94 pounds
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item ships from third party seller: VitaminLife
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4.0 out of 5 stars with 14 reviews
Loyal customer
5 out of 5 stars
Jesus - 2 years ago
originally posted on NOW Health Group, Inc.
Now product’s are the best, plus family owned.
Deceptive labeling
1 out of 5 stars
Ray - 2 years ago
originally posted on NOW Health Group, Inc.
This product is NOT vegan. Real slick lettering. Now I'm going to triple check the pea powder amino acids listed on the back I have been ordering for years. If you are a plant-based connoisseur, do NOT purchase this product. BAA'S are made from human hair and duck feathers etc.
1 reply from Customer Service team - 2 years ago
You’ll be happy to know that our BCAA powder actually IS vegan. Because of the pandemic-related shortages in raw materials, we have two distinct sources of BCAAs used in our products; one that is vegan from a fermented source and the other extracted from duck feathers. Only the fermented material is labeled as vegetarian/vegan, which is true of this product. We take care to use separate ingredient numbers for the two materials and to specify which one can be used in a master formula for any specific product by listing only the appropriate one. In this case, since our label claims it is vegan, only the vegan BCAA material was used. Also, the amino acid profile listed on our Pea Proteins is from the peas themselves, not added BCAAs, so these amino acids would be vegan. Any product label would have to list added amino acids separately in the ingredient listing, per federal regulations. In the future, please contact us directly to check on our products, rather than relying on third-party websites that may not be accurate or up-to-date.
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4 out of 5 stars
Jeremiah J - 4 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
Great for working out. Pre and post workouts. Helps with soreness and helps build muscle
Horrible flavor!
1 out of 5 stars
Virginia H - 5 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
It tastes horrible! I’m not even sure I will be able to use it. It’s hard to mask the flavor.
yuk
4 out of 5 stars
buffalogrits - 9 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
someone said this didn't taste to bad, probably had fried tastebuds from doing this stuff for long time. this stuff doesn't mix at all and tastes about as bad as any of this stuff does, but boy o boy does it work, even for an old man. just have to get past yuk factor. been mixing with chocolate milk to help with taste. recommend pills if you cant handle it.
Increases Rate & Capacity for Protein Synthesis
5 out of 5 stars
Bondfan - 10 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
It's well established that branched chain amino acids (particularly leucine) stimulate protein synthesis, and might do so to a greater extent than a normal protein on its own. BCAAs also increase synthesis of the cellular machinery responsible for carrying out the process of protein synthesis. Thus, BCAAs not only increase the RATE of protein synthesis, but they also increase the cell's CAPACITY for protein synthesis! BCAAs also work in your favor by reducing the rate of protein breakdown. They do this (primarily) by decreasing the activity of the components of the protein breakdown pathway, and also by decreasing the expression of several complexes involved in protein breakdown
good taste
4 out of 5 stars
elliott - 11 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
Doesn't dissolve well but I enjoy the flavor. After workout I mix 1 scoop of this and 1 of swanson brand
Very satisfied
5 out of 5 stars
SacredHealth - 12 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
I use this pre and post workout. Works great but BCAA's always mix/taste poor.
Straigh up BCAA
4 out of 5 stars
mchamp - 12 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
Like any other BCAA powder it doesn't mix well so don't expect it to. It has a slightly bitter taste but not too bad. I didn't want something that contain artificial colors and sweeteners that the mixes contain (which do mix better). I use it for recovery not because it tastes good so just be realistic.
Good stuff! I trust Now brand
5 out of 5 stars
Sourpusscandy - 13 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
there are a lot of bodybuilding supps out there, making all kinds of wild claims. Now is a brand I trust, great quality, decent price. I take BCAAs with creatine as my pre-workout (fasted) drink. Gives good energy, good for the muscles.
"NOW foods is the best"
5 out of 5 stars
Faustfit - 13 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
All powdered BCAA'S have a bad taste, but Now foods has really done a good job taking that nasty taste to a managing level. Thanks Now Foods for another great product!
Great
5 out of 5 stars
RjDyer - 14 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
This product is exceptional, it is flavorless so it is expected to be bitter (as are all bcaa flavorless powders) it also does not mix well with water alone because LEUCINE IS HYDROPHOBIC (This is aimed toward the review saying it didn't mix well, might want to research your supplements a little better next time.) Chances are if you order a flavorless, basic bcaa powder it will not mix well...this is a good thing.
This product needs TLC
5 out of 5 stars
Loufa - 14 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
Here is how I get around the bitter taste issue with this product. I drink 6 oz. daily of dark chocolate almond milk. I add 1 heaping teaspoon of the branched chain amino acid powder to the milk and use a small whisk to incorporate. While not perfect, it is superior to using a regular spoon. The health benefits of this product make it worth my while to tolerate this inconvience. My doctor is very delighted that I have added this product to my supplement routine. I would have given this product a higher rating for effectiveness but I began using it just a few weeks ago and am awaiting routine blood work. I do wish this product came in either capsule or tablet form.
worst taste ever!
3 out of 5 stars
jad05041957 - 14 years ago
originally posted on swansonvitamins.com
Bad taste, does not mix/dissolve with liquid at all.