Nutrient Database

BCAAs

amino acid

Approved

General information about nutrients. No diagnosis, no medical advice. If you take medication, are pregnant or have a medical condition, talk to your doctor before taking supplements.

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Overview

Combination of the three branched-chain amino acids leucine, isoleucine, and valine.

Top 5 food sources

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Expert consensus: Moderate

Often taken during fasted training. Less needed with adequate protein intake.