{"title":"EAA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat are essential amino acids?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe proteins in your body are assembled from twenty amino acids. Your body can produce eleven of them from other molecules. The \u003cstrong\u003eother nine, it cannot\u003c\/strong\u003e: it lacks the synthesis pathways for these, and they must therefore come from food. These are essential amino acids, or \u003cstrong\u003eEAAs\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem\u003eEssential Amino Acids\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere they are: \u003cstrong\u003eleucine, isoleucine, valine, lysine, methionine, threonine, phenylalanine, tryptophan, histidine\u003c\/strong\u003e. The first three are branched-chain amino acids, better known as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAAs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe key principle is stated in one sentence: protein synthesis stops as soon as a single essential amino acid is missing. This is the limiting factor principle. Leucine may send the building signal—that's its role, and why it's highlighted everywhere—but if lysine or methionine are not available, the chain will not assemble. Building muscle requires all nine, together.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is exactly what separates an EAA product from a BCAA product. BCAAs provide only three out of the nine. They trigger the signal without delivering the building blocks. We also state this on our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e page, where this point is elaborated: BCAAs alone are largely outmatched by EAAs physiologically, even if they retain legitimate uses for taste, cost, and comfort during workouts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eEAA or whey: which to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is an honest question, and the answer doesn't favor the average shopping cart. \u003cstrong\u003eWhey is already a complete source of essential amino acids.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is not a marketing approximation: whey protein contains all nine EAAs, in good proportions, with a high leucine content. A dose of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/whey-isolate-1\"\u003ewhey isolate\u003c\/a\u003e or concentrated whey provides the full spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd it does so for less money. Free amino acids are produced by fermentation or extraction, purified one by one, then recombined: this is a costly process. Per gram of essential amino acids actually supplied, a tub of whey is significantly cheaper than a tub of EAAs. For most exercisers, a dose of whey already covers their EAA needs, at the best price. If you haven't sorted this basic need yet, start with our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines\"\u003eproteins\u003c\/a\u003e before adding free amino acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePowdered EAAs have an advantage that whey does not: they are already broken down. There's nothing to digest, absorption is rapid, they contain almost no calories, and they mix into a clear drink rather than a thick shake. These characteristics—not inherent superiority for muscle building—define their true use cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen are EAAs truly useful?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFive situations genuinely justify them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFasted training\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf you train in the morning without having eaten, your blood does not contain available essential amino acids. An EAA drink sipped during the session provides them without requiring digestion and without the heaviness of a meal in your stomach. This is the strongest use case, and one where \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAAs\u003c\/a\u003e are, on the contrary, most unsuitable, as six out of nine amino acids would be missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLong sessions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBeyond 75 to 90 minutes of effort, intake during the session makes sense. A drink combining EAAs, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolytes\u003c\/a\u003e, and possibly fast-absorbing carbohydrates like maltodextrin or cyclic dextrin can be consumed without discomfort, unlike a protein shake.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDifficult digestion\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSome people don't tolerate whey: poorly managed lactose intolerance, bloating, a feeling of heaviness during exercise. Free-form EAAs require no digestive effort. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/clear-whey-1\"\u003eClear whey\u003c\/a\u003e is the other option to consider in this case.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVegan diet\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines-vegetales\"\u003ePlant proteins\u003c\/a\u003e are often limiting in a specific amino acid: lysine for cereals, methionine for legumes. Fermented EAAs fill this deficit in a targeted way, without animal products.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCalorie deficit\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring a cutting phase, the goal is to preserve muscle mass with few calories available. EAAs provide the full spectrum for almost zero caloric load, which is useful when every calorie counts. They remain a supplement: the priority in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/perte-du-poids\"\u003eweight loss\u003c\/a\u003e remains a high daily protein intake, from whole foods and protein powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOutside of these cases, if you eat well and have a shake after your workout, additional EAAs will provide no measurable benefit. We prefer to tell you this rather than sell you a product you don't need.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow to dose EAAs and read leucine content?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe reference dose is between \u003cstrong\u003e10 and 15 g of EAAs per serving\u003c\/strong\u003e. Below 8 g, the intake becomes anecdotal compared to needs; above 15 g, it is better to switch to a complete protein, which is cheaper and more satiating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe number to check on the label is the \u003cstrong\u003eamount of leucine per dose\u003c\/strong\u003e. Aim for at least 2.5 g. This is the commonly accepted benchmark for fully triggering protein synthesis, and it is also what a standard dose of whey provides. Many formulas proudly display \"9 essential amino acids\" without giving details: without a line-by-line breakdown, you don't know what you're buying. Some contain 500 mg of leucine and a lot of flavor fillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSecond check: the actual presence of all nine. Some products sold in the EAA section contain only six or seven, omitting tryptophan or histidine, which are more expensive. The list must be complete.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor preparation, count 400 to 600 ml of cold water for 10 to 15 g. Drink during your workout, in small sips, or within 30 minutes before if you are fasted. On non-workout days, EAAs have no particular benefit if your meals cover your protein needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat taste and solubility to expect?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's important to state upfront: essential amino acids have a challenging taste. Leucine is bitter, methionine and cysteine have sulfuric notes, and tryptophan has a persistent bitterness. It is precisely because they contain these amino acids that EAAs are harder to flavor than BCAAs. Manufacturers compensate with powerful, often acidic flavors—citrus, red berries, cola.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePractical consequences: prefer acidic flavors, which mask bitterness better than creamy flavors; use more water than the recommended dose if the taste bothers you; serve very cold. As for solubility, a slight residue and foam on the surface are normal and do not indicate a quality defect.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFinally, what not to expect from EAAs: they do not replace sufficient daily protein intake, do not cause weight loss, do not compensate for poorly structured training, and do not produce a perceptible effect during the session—no boost, no pump. Their action is structural, silent, and slow. In case of kidney or liver disease, pregnancy, breastfeeding, or ongoing treatment, ask your doctor's advice before any amino acid supplementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat are EAAs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe abbreviation for \u003cem\u003eEssential Amino Acids\u003c\/em\u003e: the nine amino acids your body cannot produce and must come from food. An EAA product provides them in free form, already separated, ready to be absorbed without digestion. It is not a protein: it is a protein already broken down, without the associated calories or satiety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the role of leucine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is the trigger amino acid. Above a certain blood threshold, it activates the mTOR pathway, which signals the start of muscle protein synthesis—hence the 2.5 g leucine benchmark per serving, found in a standard dose of whey. But a signal alone builds nothing: if the other eight essential amino acids are missing, the chain will not assemble. This is the whole limitation of products that rely solely on leucine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the 9 essential amino acids?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeucine, isoleucine, valine, lysine, methionine, threonine, phenylalanine, tryptophan, and histidine. You still often read \"the 8 essential amino acids\": histidine was long considered essential only in children, before being recognized as essential at all ages. The first three on the list are branched-chain amino acids, sold separately as \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAAs\u003c\/a\u003e. A product that claims \"EAA\" must contain all nine: some formulas omit tryptophan or histidine, which are more expensive, and therefore do not deserve the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is an amino acid?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is the basic building block of proteins: a small organic molecule with an amine group and an acid group, capable of linking to its neighbors by a peptide bond. Twenty amino acids make up human proteins, and the order in which they link determines what the protein becomes: muscle fiber, enzyme, antibody, transporter. Digesting a steak or a shake involves breaking down these chains into isolated amino acids, which the body then reassembles according to its own plans. Eleven of them can be made by the body; nine must come from food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEAA or BCAA: which should I take?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eEAAs, in almost all situations. They contain all nine essential amino acids; \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAAs\u003c\/a\u003e only contain three. BCAAs retain an interest for taste, cost, and intra-training comfort for someone whose overall protein intake is already covered, but they cannot build a complete protein on their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen to take EAAs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn training days, around your workout: 10 to 15 g in 400 to 600 ml of cold water, to sip during exercise, or in the 30 minutes before if you are starting fasted. For a very long session, a second intake can be considered. On rest days, if your meals cover your protein needs, they have no particular role. Timing remains secondary to total protein intake over 24 hours: a regular daily intake is better than a perfectly timed intake on an insufficient base.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat are EAAs used for in bodybuilding?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo provide all the building blocks needed for muscle protein synthesis, in situations where food does not provide them at the right time: fasted training, sessions longer than 90 minutes, difficult digestion, significant caloric deficit. Outside of these cases, their additional contribution is small: what determines \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/prise-de-masse\"\u003emuscle gain\u003c\/a\u003e remains the total daily protein and calorie intake. An EAA is also not felt during the session—no boost, no pump. Its action is structural and silent.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the benefits of EAAs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree, provided we remain precise. They provide the full spectrum of essential amino acids for almost zero caloric load, which matters when every calorie counts. They are absorbed without digestive effort, in 15 to 30 minutes, whereas a whole protein requires digestion: useful when fasted or during intense effort. They are consumed in a clear and light drink, easier to swallow during a session than a thick shake. What they don't do: cause weight loss, replace meals, or compensate for poorly structured training.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre EAAs dangerous?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThey are the same amino acids as those found in meat, eggs, or fish, simply isolated and purified: a healthy adult finds nothing alien to their diet. At usual doses, reported effects are limited to digestive discomfort, especially with a large dose swallowed at once on an empty stomach. Real contraindications are medical: metabolic amino acid disorders, kidney failure, liver failure, pregnancy, breastfeeding, ongoing treatment. In these situations, only your doctor can advise, and self-medication has no place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere to find amino acids in food?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn all proteins, but not in the same proportions. Eggs, meats, fish, and dairy products provide all nine essentials in a profile close to human needs, with whey from milk being the most concentrated in leucine. On the plant side, soy, peas, and quinoa are complete; cereals tend to lack lysine and legumes methionine, hence the benefit of combining them throughout the day. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ciqual.anses.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCiqual\u003c\/a\u003e database publishes the detailed composition of each food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to make up for a protein deficiency?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStart by measuring rather than assuming: record your intake over three typical days. The common benchmark for a regular exerciser is between 1.6 and 2.2 g of protein per kilogram of body weight per day. Then distribute this over three to four servings of 25 to 40 g rather than concentrating everything in the evening. If the gap persists, powder remains the simplest way to fill it: our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines\"\u003eproteins\u003c\/a\u003e cover this need at a significantly lower cost per gram than free amino acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat EAAs do we offer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is our largest collection of amino acids, covering the different uses described above. For a complete and clear EAA: formulas from \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/trainedbyjp\"\u003eTrainedByJP\u003c\/a\u003e, the twelve-amino-acid EAA+ from \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/esn\"\u003eESN\u003c\/a\u003e, the vegan fermented EAA from \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/naughty-boy\"\u003eNaughty Boy\u003c\/a\u003e, and the Juiced EAA from \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sinob\"\u003eSinob\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/gammes-io-genix\"\u003eIO Genix\u003c\/a\u003e offers Kyowa quality amino acids, and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/strom-supplements\"\u003eStrom Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e an EAA combined with ActiGin.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor long sessions and training in hot weather, several references combine amino acids and minerals: hydration formulas from \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/raw-nutrition\"\u003eRAW Nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/rule-one\"\u003eRule One\u003c\/a\u003e, or electrolytes to be dosed separately. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/applied-nutrition\"\u003eApplied Nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e completes the selection for intra-training formats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eAdvice at a store near Montpellier?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Vendargues store, about ten minutes from Montpellier, allows you to return two pots and compare the tables: number of amino acids actually present, leucine per dose, price per serving. We will also tell you when a simple whey will suffice. We ship everywhere in France and Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSources: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.anses.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eANSES\u003c\/a\u003e for French recommendations on dietary supplements for athletes, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ciqual.anses.fr\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eCiqual\u003c\/a\u003e for the amino acid composition of foods, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.efsa.europa.eu\/fr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eEFSA\u003c\/a\u003e for European scientific opinions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo go further: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/blogs\/blog\/acides-amines-essentiels-guide-complet-pour-bien-les-choisir\"\u003ehow to choose your essential amino acids well\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"sinob-juiced-eaa-acides-amines-essentiels","title":"Sinob Juiced EAA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Sinob's Juiced EAA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSinob Juiced EAA is a powdered drink that brings together all nine essential amino acids. \u003cstrong\u003eA 15 g serving provides 12 g of amino acids for 50 kcal, including 3 g of leucine, and neither carbohydrates nor fat.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 450 g tub covers 30 servings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe essential amino acids are the nine the body cannot make for itself: leucine, isoleucine, valine, lysine, threonine, phenylalanine, methionine, histidine and tryptophan. All of them must therefore come from the diet. The first three make up the BCAAs, far better known, but it really is the nine that count.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThat is the fundamental difference with a BCAA product, and it is easy to state: you do not build a protein with three bricks out of nine.\u003c\/strong\u003e An EAA formula supplies the full set. The rest of the German range can be browsed in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/sinob\"\u003eSinob\u003c\/a\u003e aisle, and the other products in the category in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e aisle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a serving of Juiced EAA contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutritional values\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 15 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein (amino acids)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ethe nine essential amino acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which L-leucine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ethe only amino acid quantified by the manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which sugars 0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which saturates 0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e450 g, i.e. 30 servings of 15 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12 g of amino acids for 50 kcal is a ratio few products reach\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it is what justifies the price of this category. Relative to energy, protein here accounts for almost the whole of the calorie content. At that level an authorised claim becomes usable: \u003cstrong\u003eprotein contributes to a growth in and the maintenance of muscle mass\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eto the maintenance of normal bones\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are the official wordings of the European framework, and they apply here because the product comfortably exceeds the required threshold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIt is, as it happens, the only solid regulatory argument in this entire aisle, and it is worth knowing: BCAAs on their own are not entitled to it.\u003c\/strong\u003e No claim is authorised for branched-chain amino acids taken in isolation. An EAA product with a proper protein content, on the other hand, falls within the scope of the protein claims. The difference is not commercial, it is regulatory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3 g of leucine per serving is the second figure to look at. Leucine acts as a trigger in protein synthesis, and the research places the useful threshold at around 2.5 to 3 g per intake. You are there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData missing from the manufacturer's file:\u003c\/strong\u003e leucine alone is quantified. The amounts of the other eight essential amino acids are not disclosed, even though the order of the ingredients list allows their ranking to be guessed. We will not estimate them; the full profile appears on the packaging as supplied.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA small formulation curiosity: the list includes a black pepper extract, an ingredient usually employed as an absorption aid. Its amount is not disclosed either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients list\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcidity regulator (citric acid), L-leucine, L-lysine, L-valine, L-isoleucine, L-lysine hydrochloride, L-threonine, L-phenylalanine, dextrose, flavouring, L-methionine, L-tryptophan, L-histidine, emulsifier (sunflower lecithins), maltodextrin, sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame K), black pepper extract.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufactured in a facility that also handles MILK, EGGS, GLUTEN, SOYA, PEANUTS, NUTS, FISH and CRUSTACEANS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow should Juiced EAA be taken?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 g, i.e. one scoop. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 to 500 ml of cold water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 minutes before the session, during training, or just after. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving around training; two during a calorie deficit. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e no set course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake for around twenty seconds: it dissolves instantly and without lumps. Drink it straight away. The volume of water is your adjustment variable: 300 ml gives a drink with a strong taste, 500 ml a lighter one, better suited to a long session you sip your way through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe most defensible time to take it is around training\u003c\/strong\u003e, and particularly if you train fasted in the morning or a long way from your last meal. In that case, a serving 30 minutes beforehand delivers the nine amino acids at the moment the body has nothing else available, and free amino acids reach the bloodstream quickly, faster than a protein that has to be digested.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring a calorie deficit, the manufacturer suggests two servings a day. That is consistent: when food intake drops, the 50 kcal of a serving represent a near-zero energy cost for a genuine amino acid intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf, on the other hand, you already take a protein shake straight after the session, adding an EAA one brings nothing.\u003c\/strong\u003e A whey contains the nine essential amino acids and the other eleven. Choose one or the other depending on the moment, not both one after the other. This product does, however, combine without redundancy with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/creatine-1\"\u003ecreatine monohydrate\u003c\/a\u003e, with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolytes\u003c\/a\u003e on long sessions, or with a carbohydrate source during exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is Juiced EAA for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed first and foremost at three profiles: those who train fasted, those in a calorie deficit who watch every calorie, and those who digest protein powder badly during exercise. In those three cases, a free amino acid drink at 50 kcal does a job that no whey does as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe manufacturer advises against it for pregnant and breastfeeding women, for children and for people on medical treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e, with prior medical advice in the latter case. The facility statement is broad — milk, eggs, gluten, soya, peanuts, nuts, fish and crustaceans — and should be read carefully by anyone with an allergy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula contains \u003cstrong\u003esucralose and acesulfame K\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you avoid artificial sweeteners, look elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat not to expect from it.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is not a meal replacement: 50 kcal feed nobody. It is not a stimulant, there is no caffeine and nothing else stimulating in it. And above all, it is not a protein replacement: 12 g of essential amino acids are useful, but 25 g of complete protein costs less and covers more needs. If your daily protein intake is already adequate and you do not train fasted, this product will mainly be a pleasant drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEAA or whey isolate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the real comparison to make before buying, and it turns out differently depending on the time of day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA whey isolate provides 25 g of complete protein per serving, with the nine essential amino acids and the eleven non-essential ones, at a markedly lower cost per gram of protein. On purely nutritional grounds, it wins every time. If your objective is to cover your daily protein needs, our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/whey-isolate-1\"\u003ewhey isolate\u003c\/a\u003e aisle is where to go, without hesitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEAAs have two precise advantages, and only two.\u003c\/strong\u003e The first is lightness: 50 kcal against 110 to 120 for a serving of whey, which genuinely counts when you are cutting. The second is digestion: free amino acids require no digestive work, which makes them drinkable during exercise where a milky shake sits heavily on the stomach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen is whey clearly the better choice? After the session, at breakfast, in a yoghurt, or as soon as budget comes into play. And compared with a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e product, this one is more complete for a similar price: that is the comparison that turns most clearly in its favour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many amino acids per serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 g of essential amino acids in a 15 g serving, including 3 g of leucine, with 50 kcal, zero carbohydrate and zero fat. Leucine is the only amino acid quantified by the manufacturer; the amounts of the other eight are not disclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference with BCAAs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBCAAs provide only three essential amino acids out of nine. EAAs provide them all. The difference is regulatory too: no claim exists for BCAAs, whereas a product high in protein such as this one comes under the authorised protein claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich flavours are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours available: mango-passion fruit, lime, orange, iced peach tea, iced lemon tea, cherry and forest fruits. On a product consumed several times a week, being able to alternate avoids the tub abandoned half full.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan EAAs replace your protein?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, not on cost. A whey provides 25 g of complete protein at a far lower cost per gram. EAAs are justified by how light they are in calories and by their immediate digestion, not as a daily substitute for a protein powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan they be taken fasted?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and it is even one of their best uses. Free amino acids require no digestive work and reach the bloodstream quickly. A serving 30 minutes before a fasted morning session is the most coherent use of this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servings in the tub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30 servings of 15 g in the 450 g tub. At four sessions a week, that comes to a little under two months. It is a more modest pack than a tub of BCAAs, the serving here being twice as heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any calories or sugar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50 kcal per serving, zero carbohydrate and zero fat declared. The powder is sweetened with sucralose and acesulfame K, with a small amount of dextrose and maltodextrin as carriers. It is compatible with a calorie deficit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy Sinob's Juiced EAA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 450 g tub can be ordered from this page, in one of the flavours available, and we ship anywhere in France and Europe. At the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, it is the product we redirect most customers to when they come in looking for BCAAs: at a similar price, nine amino acids are worth more than three, and the question is settled in one sentence. The rest of the aisle can be browsed in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e selection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sinob","offers":[{"title":"Mango-Passion Fruit","offer_id":51160658903367,"sku":"4260446284105","price":30.51,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Lime","offer_id":51160658936135,"sku":"4260446280718","price":30.51,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Orange","offer_id":51160658968903,"sku":"4260446288103","price":30.51,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Peach Iced Tea","offer_id":51160659001671,"sku":"4260446284075","price":30.51,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Lemon Iced Tea","offer_id":51160659034439,"sku":"4260446284082","price":30.51,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Cherry","offer_id":51160659067207,"sku":"4260446284099","price":30.51,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Wild berry","offer_id":51160659099975,"sku":"4260446284129","price":30.51,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/Sinob-Juiced-EAA-Acides-Amines-Essentiels-Vegan-carre.png?v=1788598349"},{"product_id":"strom-essentialmax-eaa-acides-amines-actigin","title":"Strom EssentialMax EAA","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Strom EssentialMax EAA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrom EssentialMax is an essential amino acid powder to drink during training. \u003cstrong\u003eOne 15 g serving delivers 10.25 g of essential amino acids, 1,000 mg of beetroot extract and 250 mg of L-alanine, rounded out with electrolytes and three B vitamins.\u003c\/strong\u003e The flavours in the range: Cranberry, Berrylicious and Strawberry Kiwi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStrom Sports Nutrition is a British brand that claims fully disclosed dosages. On this product the commitment is largely met: the main figures are published, which is not that common in this category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne particularity is worth flagging straight away: the formula contains no tryptophan.\u003c\/strong\u003e It therefore brings together eight of the nine essential amino acids in the family. The manufacturer stands by that choice, and we discuss what it means further down. The rest of the brand can be browsed in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/strom-supplements\"\u003eStrom Supplements\u003c\/a\u003e range, and the other formulas in the category in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a serving of EssentialMax contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 15 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmount\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal essential amino acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.25 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8 amino acids, no tryptophan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeetroot extract (\u003cem\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003estandardised to 97%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-alanine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e250 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enon-essential amino acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eActiGin®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eamount not published by the manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrolytes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003esodium chloride, potassium chloride\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamins B1, B3, B6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ethiamine, niacin, pyridoxine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10.25 g of amino acids in a 15 g scoop: that is a very high ratio, and it is this product's strongest argument.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two thirds of the powder is amino acids, the remainder being split between the beetroot extract, the electrolytes, the citric acid, the flavouring and the sweetener. Plenty of formulas in this category work at 6 or 7 g of amino acids for a scoop of comparable size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe order of the ingredients list is instructive: leucine, isoleucine and valine come first.\u003c\/strong\u003e The three branched-chain amino acids therefore make up the bulk of the 10.25 g, with phenylalanine, lysine, histidine, methionine and threonine making up the total. The manufacturer does not publish the detailed amino-acid-by-amino-acid breakdown, and we are not going to reconstruct it on its behalf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe absence of tryptophan is the point to understand before buying.\u003c\/strong\u003e The manufacturer removed it deliberately, tryptophan being a precursor of molecules associated with drowsiness — a consistent choice for a drink taken during exercise. The trade-off is that the panel is not complete in the strict sense: to build a protein, the body needs all nine. In practice this does not matter if your diet supplies enough protein elsewhere, and it does matter if you were counting on this drink as a protein source — which would be a bad idea in any case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a regulatory standpoint, only the vitamins allow a claim: \u003cstrong\u003evitamins B1, B3 and B6 contribute to normal energy-yielding metabolism\u003c\/strong\u003e, and both B3 and B6 contribute to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. Those are the official wordings. \u003cstrong\u003eNo claim, on the other hand, is authorised for the essential amino acids, the beetroot extract or ActiGin®\u003c\/strong\u003e: not for recovery, not for performance, not for circulation. Nor does the manufacturer publish the vitamin and electrolyte contents, which makes it impossible to check the thresholds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients list\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeucine, isoleucine, valine, \u003cem\u003eBeta vulgaris\u003c\/em\u003e (97%), L-phenylalanine, L-lysine, L-histidine, L-methionine, sodium chloride, L-alanine, L-threonine, potassium chloride, ActiGin®, vitamin B1 (thiamine), vitamin B3 (niacin), vitamin B6 (pyridoxine), citric acid, sweetener (sucralose), flavouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo allergens in the recipe.\u003c\/strong\u003e The manufacturer states that it is made in facilities that handle \u003cstrong\u003eMILK\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eEGG\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSOYA\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGLUTEN\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eNUTS\u003c\/strong\u003e: traces are possible. The formula contains no ingredients of animal origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take EssentialMax EAA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 scoop of 15 g. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 to 700 ml of water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e during training, sipped; a serving straight after the session is possible. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving per session. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e the manufacturer sets no course length, the product is used session after session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e500 to 700 ml is a lot, and it is deliberate.\u003c\/strong\u003e This drink is not designed to be downed in one go but to be sipped across the whole session. Concentrated into 300 ml it becomes very strong in taste and loses its purpose: electrolytes are no use if you do not drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShake until fully dissolved.\u003c\/strong\u003e Free amino acids, leucine in particular, dissolve poorly and readily leave a film on the surface. That is not a fault of the product: it is the nature of these molecules. A shaker with a ball, or a few extra seconds, sorts the problem out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOn a long session, add carbohydrates.\u003c\/strong\u003e The manufacturer recommends 25 to 50 g, and it is good advice: an amino acid drink supplies virtually no energy. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/maltodextrine\"\u003eMaltodextrin\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cyclic-dextrin\"\u003ecyclic dextrin\u003c\/a\u003e in the same shaker rounds the drink out without changing its taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula contains no stimulants: it can be drunk at any hour, including for a late session. If you are after energy before training, what you need is a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/boosters\"\u003epre-workout\u003c\/a\u003e, not this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is EssentialMax for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed at someone who trains for a long time, who sweats a lot, and who wants a session drink combining amino acids and electrolytes rather than plain water. The high amino acid dosage and the absence of stimulants make it a versatile product, usable in the morning as well as the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAs the formula contains no ingredients of animal origin, it suits vegetarian and vegan diets.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is, however, made in facilities that handle milk, egg, soya, gluten and nuts: in the case of a severe allergy, that point is decisive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer recommends \u003cstrong\u003enot exceeding the recommended dose\u003c\/strong\u003e, keeping the product out of reach of children, checking compatibility with other stimulant supplements and \u003cstrong\u003econsulting a healthcare professional if you are undergoing medical treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat you should not expect from it.\u003c\/strong\u003e No claim exists for essential amino acids in Europe: this product does not speed up recovery and does not improve performance, whatever the rest of the category may say. And the awkward remark has to be added: \u003cstrong\u003eif you are already consuming 1.6 to 2 g of protein per kilo of body weight over the day, an amino acid drink during the session adds nothing measurable.\u003c\/strong\u003e It makes sense if you train fasted, if your protein intake is low, or if your session runs longer than an hour. Otherwise a serving of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines\"\u003eprotein\u003c\/a\u003e after training does better, for less money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEAA or an electrolyte drink?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most useful comparison to make on this product, because the two are drunk at the same moment and for different reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf your problem is sweating, it is the electrolytes that count, and you need more of them than there are here.\u003c\/strong\u003e A dedicated electrolyte drink supplies several hundred milligrams of sodium per serving, an amount this product does not disclose. On a two-hour session in a hot gym, or in summer around here, that is the decisive parameter. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolytes\u003c\/a\u003e range answers that particular need, and for far less money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf your problem is protein intake around training, EssentialMax is better placed.\u003c\/strong\u003e 10.25 g of amino acids in a pleasant drink is a real contribution, particularly for someone training in the morning without having had breakfast. That is where this product finds its place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd comparing it with the neighbouring category: a classic \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e supplies only three amino acids, which is markedly less relevant than eight. On that specific point, EssentialMax is right and half the market is wrong — and it is also the reason BCAAs are losing ground everywhere in favour of EAAs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many amino acids per serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10.25 g of essential amino acids in a 15 g scoop, close to two thirds of the powder. On top of that come 250 mg of L-alanine, a non-essential amino acid. That is a high dosage for this category, where plenty of formulas top out at 6 or 7 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the formula contain no tryptophan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the manufacturer's choice: tryptophan is a precursor of molecules associated with drowsiness, which is not desirable in a drink taken during exercise. The consequence is that the panel counts eight essential amino acids out of nine, and is therefore not complete in the strict sense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the breakdown between the amino acids known?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the manufacturer publishes the total but not the detail. The order of the ingredients list indicates that leucine, isoleucine and valine make up the bulk of the 10.25 g. The vitamin, electrolyte and ActiGin® contents are not disclosed either.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much water per serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e500 to 700 ml. That is deliberately a lot: the drink is made to be sipped throughout the session, not downed in one go. In a smaller volume the taste becomes very strong and the fluid intake, which is part of the point of the product, disappears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the product contain caffeine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, no stimulant appears in the formula. You can therefore drink it at any hour, including for a late session, with no consequence for sleep. If you are after an energising effect before training, it is another type of product that you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich flavours are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the range: Cranberry, Berrylicious and Strawberry Kiwi. The composition is identical in all three, only the flavouring changes. The sweetness comes from sucralose, and the citric acid gives the tart edge that characterises these drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould carbohydrates be added?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a long session, yes: the manufacturer recommends 25 to 50 g. This drink supplies virtually no energy, only amino acids and electrolytes. A maltodextrin or a cyclic dextrin in the same shaker rounds the drink out without altering its taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy Strom EssentialMax EAA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tub can be ordered from this page in the available flavours, and we ship all over France and Europe. At the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, this is the product we put forward to those who train early in the morning without having eaten — that is the situation where an amino acid drink makes the most sense. Everyone else, we first ask what they eat during the day, and the answer often points elsewhere. 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It belongs to our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e range: it contains the nine essential amino acids, that is, the ones the body cannot make itself and which must come from food. To these are added 2.5 g of L-glutamine, which is not an essential amino acid but is the most abundant one in muscle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe point to grasp before anything else: these are \u003cstrong\u003efree-form amino acids\u003c\/strong\u003e, not a protein. They are not bound to anything, they require no prior digestion, and they are drunk in a large volume of very cold water — the manufacturer advises 500 ml. That is what makes it a training drink rather than an end-of-session shake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ingredient list for the Fruit Burst version reads in descending order of weight: L-leucine, L-glutamine, L-valine, L-isoleucine, L-lysine, citric acid, natural flavouring, L-threonine, L-histidine, L-phenylalanine, salt, sucralose, L-methionine, natural beetroot colouring. The flavours listed: Icy Blue Raz, Fruit Salad, Fruit Burst, Candy Ice Blast and Millions Pineapple. The British brand's range can be found in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/applied-nutrition\"\u003eApplied Nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a 13 g serving contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eItem\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 13 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14 kJ \/ 3 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.49 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein (as declared)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-leucine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-glutamine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-isoleucine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-valine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-lysine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-threonine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-histidine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-phenylalanine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e335 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-tryptophan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-methionine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo nutrient reference value is established for amino acids: a \"% NRV\" column would make no sense here, and we do not show one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe total comes to \u003cstrong\u003ealmost 11 g of amino acids in a 13 g serving\u003c\/strong\u003e, including \u003cstrong\u003e6 g of BCAAs\u003c\/strong\u003e in the classic 2:1:1 ratio and \u003cstrong\u003e8.5 g of essential amino acids\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is a well-loaded product with very few excipients: the rest is citric acid, flavouring, sucralose and colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNow for the honest reading of that table, the one you will not find elsewhere. \u003cstrong\u003eThe profile is heavily weighted towards the top of the list.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leucine, isoleucine and valine on their own account for 6 of the 8.5 g of essentials. At the other end, \u003cstrong\u003emethionine is at 50 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etryptophan at 100 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e — token amounts. Saying that the product contains the nine essential amino acids is accurate; implying that it supplies useful quantities of each would be far less so. It is a BCAA product with extras, rather than a complete, balanced amino acid profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA second labelling curiosity: the line \u003cstrong\u003e\"Protein: 0 g\"\u003c\/strong\u003e when the serving contains 11 g of amino acids. This is not a mistake. Free-form amino acids are not declared as protein under European nutrition labelling, which is based on a measurement of protein nitrogen. That has a practical consequence: \u003cstrong\u003ethese 11 g do not count as protein in your macros\u003c\/strong\u003e, even though they are its building blocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, \u003cstrong\u003eno health claim is authorised in Europe for BCAAs, EAAs or glutamine.\u003c\/strong\u003e So we describe a composition and doses, never a promised effect on recovery or muscle mass. As the net weight of the tub does not appear in the data supplied to us, we also cannot work out the number of servings: divide the weight printed on the packaging by 13 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take Amino Fuel?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 scoop of 13 g. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 ml of cold water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 minutes before the session, during training, or straight afterwards. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 3 servings a day depending on training volume. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e no fixed course imposed by the manufacturer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 500 ml is not a suggestion for comfort. A free-form amino acid powder is acidic and very concentrated in flavour: with too little water it becomes frankly aggressive, and the flavours in this range are already very pronounced. Shake vigorously until fully dissolved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most sensible use is \u003cstrong\u003eduring the session\u003c\/strong\u003e. You are drinking anyway, the drink supplies only 3 kcal, and you are not left with a full stomach. That is also what sets it apart from a protein shake, which nobody drinks between two sets. With 3 kcal and 0.49 g of carbohydrate, it also remains compatible with a fasting window in the calorie sense of the term.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA common-sense note on frequency: three servings a day are only worthwhile if your training volume is genuinely high and your protein intake is already covered. If it is not, the money is better spent on a tub of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines\"\u003eprotein\u003c\/a\u003e. We come back to this further down, because it is the real question.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is Amino Fuel for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits anyone who trains for a long time and wants a drink to sip during the effort without anything sitting heavily on the stomach. It also suits anyone who digests protein poorly before or during a session, and anyone who trains fasted in the morning and wants to avoid calories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer restricts it to \u003cstrong\u003eadults\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eadvises against it for pregnant and breastfeeding women\u003c\/strong\u003e, and recommends consulting a healthcare professional if you are on any medical treatment. It notes that \u003cstrong\u003enatural variations in colour\u003c\/strong\u003e may occur — the colouring is beetroot red, whose shade is not stable. The product is declared \u003cstrong\u003efree from added sugar, gluten and lactose\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not for you if your daily protein intake is not already covered. That is the essential point: free-form amino acids are only worthwhile in addition to a diet that already hits its protein target, not as a replacement for it. Nor is it for you if you are looking for a balanced amino acid profile — 50 mg of methionine does not replace what is in an egg.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you should not expect from it: it is neither an immediate performance product nor a stimulant — it contains no caffeine. Nor is it a source of protein as far as your macros are concerned, as explained above. And it will do nothing for you if you train for thirty minutes three times a week: in that case, a decent meal after the session does the same job for far less money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAmino Fuel or a whey isolate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the decisive comparison, and it is less favourable to amino acids than is usually claimed. Let us look at the figures rather than the arguments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 13 g serving of Amino Fuel supplies 8.5 g of essential amino acids. A 30 g serving of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/whey-isolate-1\"\u003ewhey isolate\u003c\/a\u003e supplies around 25 g of protein, roughly half of which is essential amino acids — a comparable order of magnitude, but with a complete, balanced profile, and generally at a lower cost per serving. Add to that the fact that whey does count towards your protein total. On quantity for the money, protein wins, and that needs saying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhey is therefore the better default choice\u003c\/strong\u003e: if you have to pick a single product, it is that one. Free-form amino acids keep three genuinely real situations for themselves. During the effort first of all: nobody drinks a milky shake between two sets, whereas a clear 3 kcal drink goes down very easily. Fasted next, if you are set on taking in no calories. And in cases of lactose intolerance or difficulty digesting dairy protein, where a free-form amino acid powder poses no problem at all. If your interest is mainly in BCAAs, do compare with our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e range; and if it is glutamine you are after, a pure \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/glutamine\"\u003eglutamine\u003c\/a\u003e will cost you less per gram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the label say 0 g of protein?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause free-form amino acids are not counted as protein under European nutrition labelling, which is based on a measurement of protein nitrogen. It is not a manufacturer's error. Practical consequence: do not count these 11 g in your protein macros, even though they are its components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many BCAAs in a serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExactly 6 g: 3 g of leucine, 1.5 g of isoleucine and 1.5 g of valine, that is the 2:1:1 ratio. It is a straightforward dose, leucine being the most studied amino acid of the three. Those 6 g on their own make up more than half the amino acids in the serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy so little methionine and tryptophan?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e50 mg of methionine and 100 mg of tryptophan are token amounts, and it is a feature of the formula you need to be aware of. The product does contain the nine essential amino acids, but overwhelmingly in the form of BCAAs. If you are after a complete, balanced profile, what you need is a complete protein, not this powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you drink it while fasting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the calorie sense, yes: 3 kcal and 0.49 g of carbohydrate break practically nothing. It is in fact one of the uses proposed by the manufacturer. We should point out, though, that amino acids do trigger a metabolic response, which is nothing like a plain glass of water — it is up to you to decide what you want from your fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you really need 500 ml of water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, and it is not negotiable where palatability is concerned. Free-form amino acids are acidic and concentrated, and the flavours in this range are very pronounced. In 250 ml the drink becomes aggressive and hard to finish. Use properly cold water, and shake until fully dissolved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be combined with a whey or a booster?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes to both, no interaction is known. The question is rather one of usefulness: if you are already taking a whey that covers your intake, adding free-form amino acids brings little. With a pre-workout booster the combination is coherent — one stimulates, the other is drunk during the effort — provided you keep an eye on the booster's total caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich flavour should you choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours are frankly sweet and tangy, in a confectionery register: Icy Blue Raz and Candy Ice Blast are the most distinctive, Fruit Salad and Fruit Burst the most crowd-pleasing, Millions Pineapple the most fruity. If you drink it right through a session, go for a flavour you will not find sickly by the end of 500 ml.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy Applied Nutrition Amino Fuel EAA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmino acids are the range we sell least readily, and that is deliberate. At our Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, the first question we ask is how many grams of protein you get in a day. Until that figure is reached, a tub of EAAs is a comfort purchase; once it is, the product makes full sense during long sessions. The complete range can be browsed in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"APPLIED NUTRITION","offers":[{"title":"Icy Blue Razz","offer_id":51160701796679,"sku":"PWB-P48418","price":32.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fruit Salad","offer_id":51160701829447,"sku":"PWB-P49579","price":32.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fruit Burst","offer_id":51160701862215,"sku":"PWB-P48452","price":32.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Candy Ice Blast","offer_id":51160701894983,"sku":"PWB-P49580","price":32.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Millions Pineapple","offer_id":54036254064967,"sku":"5056555210772","price":32.89,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/Applied-Nutrition-Amino-Fuel-EAA-BCAA-Glutamine-carre.png?v=1788598358"},{"product_id":"rule-one-1lytes-electrolytes-hydratation-sport","title":"Rule One 1Lytes","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Rule One 1Lytes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRule One 1Lytes is a sugar-free \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolyte\u003c\/a\u003e powder to mix with water, from \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/rule-one\"\u003eRule One\u003c\/a\u003e, an American brand. It is made up at a 5.5 g dose and drunk before, during or after a session that makes you sweat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula works on three levels. Five minerals first: sodium, chloride, potassium, magnesium and calcium, supplied by sodium citrate, potassium chloride, magnesium oxide and calcium phosphate. Then three supporting ingredients — L-citrulline malate, taurine, coconut water powder and watermelon powder. Finally two vitamins, A and C, as retinyl palmitate and ascorbic acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer offers 1Lytes in \u003cstrong\u003e165 g for 30 servings\u003c\/strong\u003e and in \u003cstrong\u003e220 g for 40 servings\u003c\/strong\u003e; the net weight is shown on the tub label. The flavours listed here, Blue Raspberry and Lemon Lime. The manufacturer also states that the product is third-party lab tested for banned substances — information we attribute to them, not having seen the reports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does one serving of 1Lytes contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003cstrong\u003e5.5 g\u003c\/strong\u003e serving supplies \u003cstrong\u003e300 mg of sodium\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e460 mg of chloride\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e99 mg of potassium\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e60 mg of magnesium\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e50 mg of calcium\u003c\/strong\u003e, plus \u003cstrong\u003e1,000 mg of taurine\u003c\/strong\u003e, for 10 kcal and 1 g of carbohydrate of which 0 g sugars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe decisive figure is the first one. Human sweat is essentially a dilute sodium chloride solution: sodium is what you lose, far ahead of everything else. It is also the mineral most consistently under-dosed in consumer products, because it gives a salty taste you do not expect from a flavoured drink. At 300 mg per serving, 1Lytes sits well above the formulas that line up eight minerals at token doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 5.5 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 100 g*\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% NRV per serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e182 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which sugars\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e300 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5,450 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e**\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt (equivalent)***\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.75 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.6 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e12.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChloride\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e460 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8,360 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e58%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotassium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e99 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,800 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e60 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,090 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCalcium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e910 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaurine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18,180 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e**\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-citrulline malate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot quantified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot quantified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot quantified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot quantified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot quantified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot quantified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Column calculated from the 5.5 g serving, as the manufacturer publishes no per-100 g values; on a powder dosed by the half-scoop it serves as a comparison benchmark, not as a portion. ** No NRV is established for sodium or for taurine. *** Salt calculated using the regulatory conversion sodium × 2.5. The energy value in kilojoules is not disclosed. Nor are the amounts of citrulline malate, vitamin A and vitamin C: that is a genuine gap in the label and we do not fill the boxes with estimates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA direct consequence of these gaps: we repeat no claim linked to vitamins A and C, since we cannot verify that they reach the required 15% of the NRV. Magnesium does cross that threshold at 16%: \u003cstrong\u003emagnesium contributes to electrolyte balance, to normal muscle function and to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue\u003c\/strong\u003e. Calcium and potassium stay below it, so their claims cannot be used here. Sodium has none, and neither does \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/taurine\"\u003etaurine\u003c\/a\u003e. If what you need is magnesium day to day, our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003emagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e aisle is far better suited than this powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you mix and dose 1Lytes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer specifies \u003cstrong\u003eone 5.5 g scoop\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e240 to 350 ml of cold water\u003c\/strong\u003e, shaken and then drunk within \u003cstrong\u003etwo hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree timings are suggested, with stated intervals: \u003cstrong\u003e15 to 30 minutes before\u003c\/strong\u003e training, in small sips \u003cstrong\u003eevery 15 to 20 minutes during\u003c\/strong\u003e the session, and \u003cstrong\u003eimmediately after\u003c\/strong\u003e. How often depends on duration and heat, not on any universal figure. No course length is given and there is no reason to set one: this product is taken according to the session, not continuously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer adds an instruction few brands write down, and it is a good one: on prolonged efforts, \u003cstrong\u003ealternate with plain water\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than stacking up servings. The risk on long outings is not only drinking too little — it is also loading up needlessly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is 1Lytes for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe situations where this powder genuinely earns its place are easy to spot: heat and humidity, sessions running over an hour, the “heavy sweater” profile you recognise from the white marks on your kit, training fasted or on a low-carbohydrate diet, two sessions back to back in one day. For an hour of weight training in a temperate gym, water is enough and the day's food does the rest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product \u003cstrong\u003econtains tree nuts (coconut)\u003c\/strong\u003e — an allergen that the words “coconut water” often make people overlook. It is made in a facility that also handles milk, soya, eggs, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat and crustaceans. The manufacturer \u003cstrong\u003eadvises against it for pregnant and breastfeeding women without medical advice\u003c\/strong\u003e and reminds you not to exceed the stated dose. A concentrated sodium intake calls for particular caution in cases of high blood pressure, kidney failure or diuretic treatment: put the question to your doctor beforehand, not afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat not to expect from it: this is not a pre-workout, it contains no caffeine and it does not give you energy. Nor is it an endurance drink in the regulatory sense — with 1 g of carbohydrate per serving, the formula does not meet the compositional conditions that would allow a claim about endurance performance or about water absorption. Finally, an electrolyte drink makes up for neither a calorie deficit nor a lack of sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e1Lytes or a cyclic dextrin on a long outing?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two products address different problems, and confusing them costs you sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a two- or three-hour effort — trail running, cycling, triathlon — what limits you first is glycogen, not sodium. That is where \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cyclic-dextrin\"\u003ecyclic dextrin\u003c\/a\u003e is the better choice: it supplies the carbohydrate, it is well tolerated digestively, and sodium and glucose share a common transporter in the gut, so the presence of carbohydrate also speeds up water absorption. \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/maltodextrine\"\u003eMaltodextrin\u003c\/a\u003e does the same job for less money, with a less comfortable osmolarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1Lytes is the better choice when carbohydrate is not the issue: a strength session at 32 degrees, fasted training, a two-session day, a cutting phase with restricted salt. It is also the logical partner to a cyclic dextrin on a long event, since carbohydrate powders are generally low in sodium. Nothing stops you mixing the two in the same bottle. For a simply flavoured drink outside training, look instead at the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/boisson-sans-sucre-bolero\"\u003eBolero sugar-free drinks\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servings are there in a tub of 1Lytes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThirty 5.5 g servings in the 165 g size, forty in the 220 g size. At one serving per sweaty session, that covers one to two months depending on how you train. The net weight of the item you order is printed on the tub label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much water should a serving be mixed with?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 240 to 350 ml of cold water, depending on the concentration you can tolerate. Diluting towards the upper end softens the salty taste and brings the drink closer to a concentration that sits comfortably in the stomach. Drink it within two hours of mixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs 1Lytes an isotonic drink?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and the distinction has practical consequences. An isotonic drink in the regulatory sense combines carbohydrate and electrolytes in defined proportions — from 80 to 350 kcal per litre, of which at least 75% comes from carbohydrate. At 10 kcal per serving, 1Lytes does not fall into that category. It is a mineral powder, not a complete sports drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much potassium does a serving supply?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e99 mg, or around 5% of the nutrient reference value, which is 2,000 mg a day. That is not much, and it is consistent: sweat contains far less potassium than sodium, and the day's fruit and vegetables supply a great deal more. Do not count on this powder to cover a potassium requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you drink it every day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is not what it is for. The logic of the product is to make up for real losses: with no sweaty session there is nothing to make up for, and a normal diet supplies sodium in abundance. Keep it for hot days, long sessions and back-to-back training. On ordinary days, water is enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it contain caffeine or sugar?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither. There is no caffeine in the formula: this is not a pre-workout. And the label shows 0 g of sugars for 1 g of carbohydrate per serving, the sweetener being sucralose. It can therefore be drunk in the evening with no effect on sleep, which is not the case with a booster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat allergens does 1Lytes contain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt contains tree nuts, in the form of coconut water powder — a point often missed, because coconut water does not spontaneously suggest an allergen. The production site also handles milk, soya, eggs, peanuts, wheat and crustaceans, hence a risk of traces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be mixed with a protein or with amino acids?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, with no known interaction. Mixing it with a carbohydrate powder even makes sense on long efforts. With a protein, the acidity of the mix can change the texture depending on the formula used: try it on a half serving before committing a whole bottle. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/citrulline\"\u003ecitrulline\u003c\/a\u003e in 1Lytes is not quantified, so bear that in mind if you already take some separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy Rule One 1Lytes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis page lets you order the flavours, and we ship throughout France and Europe. In the Languedoc climate the question is not a theoretical one: between June and September, the losses on an outing around Montpellier are nothing like those of a session in an air-conditioned gym. In our Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, we compare labels on the only line that really counts, the milligrams of sodium per made-up serving. The rest of the range is in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e aisle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rule1","offers":[{"title":"Blue Raspberry","offer_id":51160704254279,"sku":"PWB-P47939","price":28.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Citron Vert","offer_id":51160704287047,"sku":"PWB-P47929","price":28.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/Rule-One-1Lytes-Electrolytes-Hydratation-Sport-carre.png?v=1788598358"},{"product_id":"io-genix-map-eaa-acides-amines-essentiels-kyowa","title":"IO Genix MAP EAA Kyowa Quality®","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is IO Genix MAP EAA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a powdered \u003cstrong\u003eessential amino acid\u003c\/strong\u003e drink mix, with a serving of \u003cstrong\u003e12.6 g, or three scoops\u003c\/strong\u003e. The flavours we stock: Lemon, Raspberry, Pomme Verte and Ice The Peach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets it apart is the sourcing of three of its amino acids: the \u003cstrong\u003eleucine, valine and isoleucine are Kyowa Quality®\u003c\/strong\u003e, a designation from the Japanese manufacturer Kyowa Hakko, which produces its amino acids by fermentation. Naming the raw-material supplier rather than simply writing “amino acids” is something few brands in the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e aisle bother to do, and it at least lets you know what you are buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdded to this are 35 mg of \u003cstrong\u003eAstraGin®\u003c\/strong\u003e, a blend of astragalus and \u003cem\u003ePanax notoginseng\u003c\/em\u003e extracts, and 2.8 mg of \u003cstrong\u003evitamin B6\u003c\/strong\u003e. The rest is citric acid, silicon dioxide, flavouring, sucralose and acesulfame K. The manufacturer declares the formula \u003cstrong\u003esugar-free, fat-free and lactose-free\u003c\/strong\u003e, and of plant origin. The full Spanish range can be found in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/gammes-io-genix\"\u003eIO Genix\u003c\/a\u003e aisle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is in a 12.6 g serving?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmino acid or active\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 12.6 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% NRV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-leucine (Kyowa Quality®)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,400 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-valine (Kyowa Quality®)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,600 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-isoleucine (Kyowa Quality®)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,334 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-phenylalanine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,200 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-threonine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-histidine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e466 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-methionine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e334 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-tryptophan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e134 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-lysine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epresent, amount not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAstraGin®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin B6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.8 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer publishes neither an energy value, nor macronutrients, nor salt, nor the number of servings per tub — divide the weight printed on the packaging by 12.6 g to work it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne gap deserves to be flagged rather than glossed over: \u003cstrong\u003ethe lysine content is not quantified\u003c\/strong\u003e, even though it appears third in the ingredients list. Since descending order is mandatory, that means it weighs more than the isoleucine, so more than 1,334 mg — but we cannot give a precise figure. Adding up the eight quantified amino acids gives \u003cstrong\u003e8,468 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e; with the lysine, the total comfortably exceeds 9.8 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headline figure remains \u003cstrong\u003e2,400 mg of leucine per serving\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a leucine-isoleucine-valine ratio close to 2:1:1.3. That is a sound dose, in the upper half of the category. Note that \u003cstrong\u003etryptophan is genuinely present at 134 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003ehistidine at 466 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e: these are the two amino acids that budget formulas most often “forget”, because they are expensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs for what we can state, the framework is clear: \u003cstrong\u003eno health claim is authorised in Europe for free amino acids, nor for astragalus, nor for notoginseng.\u003c\/strong\u003e The improved-absorption percentages that circulate about AstraGin® cannot be repeated, and we will not repeat them. The only usable wording comes from the vitamin B6, at 200% of the NRV: \u003cstrong\u003evitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism, to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue, and to normal energy-yielding metabolism\u003c\/strong\u003e. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vitamine-b\"\u003evitamin B\u003c\/a\u003e aisle offers dedicated products if that is your main requirement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take MAP EAA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.6 g, or three scoops. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 to 250 ml of cold water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 minutes before the session, or sipped during training. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving a day, without exceeding 12.6 g. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e ongoing, as no fixed course is set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo hundred and fifty millilitres for 12.6 g makes for a tight dilution. A free-form amino acid powder is acidic and concentrated; if your first attempt tastes harsh, go up to 400 ml before drawing any conclusions about the flavour. Use \u003cstrong\u003ecold water\u003c\/strong\u003e: it dissolves less well when warm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer gives one unusual and relevant instruction: \u003cstrong\u003eavoid taking it at the same time as complete proteins.\u003c\/strong\u003e The reasoning is competition between amino acids for intestinal transport — a whey shake taken at the same moment puts everything on the same transporters. Leave an hour between them if you take both.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most relevant use remains during the session, sip by sip: that is where a clear drink beats a milky shake, and it gets you drinking at the same time. Thirty minutes beforehand also works if you train fasted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClose the tub carefully and store it somewhere cool and dry: these powders draw in moisture and clump.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is this product for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed at people who train fasted or a long way from a meal, those who cannot handle a milky shake during exercise, and those who want an identified raw material rather than an anonymous “amino acid blend”. As the formula is of plant origin and lactose-free, it suits dairy-free diets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe list of contraindications here is \u003cstrong\u003elonger than on an ordinary EAA\u003c\/strong\u003e, and we reproduce it in full because it is surprising. The manufacturer rules the product out for \u003cstrong\u003epregnant or breastfeeding women\u003c\/strong\u003e, for \u003cstrong\u003eunder-18s\u003c\/strong\u003e, for \u003cstrong\u003ewomen with a personal or family history of breast cancer\u003c\/strong\u003e, and for \u003cstrong\u003eanyone on antidiabetic medication without medical advice\u003c\/strong\u003e. Those last two are unusual on an amino acid powder; if they apply to you, the question is one for your doctor, not for a product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraces of \u003cstrong\u003eNUTS, PEANUT, EGGS, MILK, FISH and SOYA\u003c\/strong\u003e are possible, as the product is made in a facility that handles these allergens. Do not exceed 12.6 g per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is less suitable if you want to compare down to the gram: the missing lysine content makes it impossible to calculate the exact total. It also contains sucralose and acesulfame K.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you should not expect from it: \u003cstrong\u003ean EAA is not a replacement for a protein intake.\u003c\/strong\u003e Roughly 10 g of amino acids is not worth 25 g of complete protein, and the cost per gram is far higher. If your daily intake is already adequate, this product will add nothing measurable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMAP EAA or a whey isolate?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the comparison that decides it, and it turns on use rather than quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/whey-isolate-1\"\u003ewhey isolate\u003c\/a\u003e delivers 25 to 27 g of complete protein per serving, of which roughly 2.5 to 3 g is leucine — as much as this EAA, if not more — at an incomparably lower cost per gram. It is the better choice in the vast majority of cases: a thin breakfast, a snack, after the session. \u003cstrong\u003eIf you are only going to buy one product, buy that one\u003c\/strong\u003e, and our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines\"\u003eprotein\u003c\/a\u003e aisle covers every variant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMAP EAA wins on one specific front, and it is its own: \u003cstrong\u003ethe training drink\u003c\/strong\u003e. Clear, tart, free of lactose and fat, it goes down where no shake would. It also wins for those who train fasted early in the morning, when a complete protein sits heavily on the stomach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne last option exists and costs less: our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e aisle delivers only three of the nine amino acids. The saving is real, and so is the trade-off — an incomplete profile stays incomplete, and that is precisely what a complete EAA like this one puts right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Kyowa Quality®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the trade designation for amino acids produced by the Japanese manufacturer Kyowa Hakko, by fermentation. Here it applies to the leucine, valine and isoleucine. Mentioning it commits the brand to a specific origin rather than to an adjective: we report this information as the manufacturer publishes it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much lysine is in a serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not quantify it, and we will not invent it. It appears third in the ingredients list, which is ordered by descending weight: it therefore weighs more than the isoleucine, so more than 1,334 mg. The label on the tub you receive is the authority.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy avoid taking it with a protein?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a manufacturer's instruction, and it rests on competition between amino acids for intestinal transport: a whey shake taken at the same moment saturates the same pathways. In practice, leave an hour between them if you take both on the same day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is AstraGin® for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a blend of astragalus and \u003cem\u003ePanax notoginseng\u003c\/em\u003e extracts, dosed at 35 mg. As no health claim is authorised in Europe for these plants, we cannot state anything about its effect. We mention it because it appears on the label, and because it partly explains this product's unusual contraindications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy so many contraindications on a simple EAA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer rules out, among others, women with a history of breast cancer and anyone on antidiabetic medication without medical advice. These do not appear on a conventional EAA and are probably linked to the plant extracts in the formula. We reproduce them as they stand: if they apply to you, seek advice before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servings are in a tub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe net weight of the packaging is not included in the labelling data supplied, so we cannot calculate it. Divide the weight printed on the packaging by 12.6 g, which is the reference serving behind every figure on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the formula suitable for vegans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer states a plant origin for the amino acids and a lactose-free formula, which is consistent with production by fermentation. Do note, however, the possible traces of milk, eggs and fish declared on the label, as the facility handles these allergens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy IO Genix MAP EAA Kyowa?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe. This is a product for the seasoned user: it assumes the rest of your diet is already in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, this is a label we read line by line with the customer, because it is at once very detailed on eight amino acids and silent on the ninth. Knowing how to spot that sort of detail is what lets you genuinely compare two tubs. 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The \u003cstrong\u003e350 g tub covers exactly 30 servings\u003c\/strong\u003e. The flavours listed: PickNMix, Fizzy Peach Sweets, Ultra Energy, Strawberry Mango and Cherry Mango.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this product apart is the raw material: \u003cstrong\u003eall nine amino acids come from plant fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e, which makes the formula entirely vegan. The manufacturer also declares it gluten free, lactose free and with no added sugars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rest of the composition fits into four lines: malic acid, natural flavourings, sucralose and a colour that varies with the flavour. One clarification along the way, because the manufacturer's own sheet words it differently: \u003cstrong\u003esucralose is an artificial sweetener, not a natural one.\u003c\/strong\u003e The full British brand range sits in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/naughty-boy\"\u003eNaughty Boy\u003c\/a\u003e aisle, and the whole category in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does an 11.5 g serving contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 11.5 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 100 g*\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42 kJ \/ 10 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e365 kJ \/ 87 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEssential amino acids (total)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8,500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e73.9 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSalt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eless than 0.1 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eless than 0.87 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Column calculated from the values declared for 11.5 g. No NRV is established for amino acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure worth remembering, and it is a good one: \u003cstrong\u003e8.5 g of amino acids out of 11.5 g of powder, that is 74% of the serving\u003c\/strong\u003e. In other words, only 3 grams go to the flavouring, the malic acid and the sweetener. That is an honest ratio for this category, where some heavily flavoured powders drop a good deal lower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is missing, on the other hand, has to be flagged, and it matters: \u003cstrong\u003ethe manufacturer does not publish the amount of each individual amino acid.\u003c\/strong\u003e The ingredients list names them in descending order — leucine, isoleucine, valine, lysine, threonine, phenylalanine, histidine, methionine, tryptophan — but no figure comes with that list. \u003cstrong\u003eSo you cannot know the leucine content\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is the first point of comparison for any EAA. We will not invent it; read the label on the tub you receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat the order of the list does tell you is that leucine is the dominant amino acid and that the three BCAAs take the top three places — a classic pattern, consistent with a 2:1:1 ratio across that fraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA regulatory note to close: \u003cstrong\u003eno health claim is authorised in Europe for free amino acids.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not protein synthesis, not recovery, not endurance, not anti-catabolism. We describe a composition, a dose and a use — not an effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take Naughty Boy Amino EAA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.5 g, that is one scoop. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400 ml of cold water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 30 minutes before the session, during exercise lasting more than 60 minutes, or straight after. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving a day, rest days included according to the manufacturer. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 12 weeks of use, followed by a 1 to 2 week break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour hundred millilitres for 11.5 g is a generous dilution, and it is deliberate. Free amino acids are acidic; at 250 ml the drink becomes hard to finish. Use \u003cstrong\u003ecold water\u003c\/strong\u003e: warm water dissolves it less well and the taste suffers. Shake until fully dissolved and drink once prepared.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer allows for three windows. In practice they are not equally useful depending on your situation: \u003cstrong\u003ebefore the session\u003c\/strong\u003e if you train fasted, \u003cstrong\u003eduring\u003c\/strong\u003e beyond an hour of exercise, \u003cstrong\u003eafter\u003c\/strong\u003e if your next meal is a long way off. If you have eaten a full meal two hours before, the extra intake is of little further interest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eone to two week break after 4 to 12 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e is a manufacturer recommendation. Nothing compels you to follow it on a product that is only an amino acid supply, but it does have one practical merit: it forces you to check that your diet stands up on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClose the tub properly and store it in a dry place: free amino acid powders take up moisture and cake into a solid block, as the manufacturer points out itself. Stated shelf life: 24 months in the unopened original packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is this EAA for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed first and foremost at \u003cstrong\u003evegans\u003c\/strong\u003e: the amino acids come from plant fermentation, with no animal raw material. It also suits anyone training fasted or a long way from a meal, and anyone who cannot stomach a milky shaker during exercise — at 10 kcal and with no fat, this drink weighs on nothing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer \u003cstrong\u003eadvises against it for children under 12\u003c\/strong\u003e, and asks \u003cstrong\u003epregnant and breastfeeding women\u003c\/strong\u003e as well as people \u003cstrong\u003eon medication\u003c\/strong\u003e to seek professional advice. Mind the list of traces, which is a long one: the product is made in a facility that handles \u003cstrong\u003eGLUTEN, MILK, EGGS, SOYA, FISH, CRUSTACEANS, PEANUTS and NUTS\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you are allergic to any of them, the “gluten free” claim made elsewhere is not enough to reassure you. Do not exceed 11.5 g a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits you less well if you want to compare precisely what you are buying: with no published leucine content, comparison with another EAA remains approximate. That is the real limitation of this product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you should not expect from it: \u003cstrong\u003e8.5 g of amino acids do not replace a protein intake\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is not a substitute for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines\"\u003eprotein\u003c\/a\u003e, and the cost per gram is far higher. If your daily intake is already adequate, this product will add nothing measurable — that is the first question to ask yourself, and rarely the one you hear asked in the aisle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNaughty Boy EAA or Rule One Essential Amino 9?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell both, in the same 11.5 g serving size and the same number of servings. The comparison is therefore direct, and it is instructive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/rule-one\"\u003eRule One Essential Amino 9\u003c\/a\u003e delivers 7.5 g of amino acids per serving, one gram less, but it \u003cstrong\u003epublishes the content of each of the nine\u003c\/strong\u003e — 2,500 mg of leucine at the top — and it adds 500 mg of electrolytes. It is the better choice if you want to know exactly what you are drinking, and if the sodium and magnesium intake matters to you on long sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaughty Boy wins on two concrete points. The \u003cstrong\u003eamount of amino acids per serving\u003c\/strong\u003e, at 8.5 g against 7.5 g. And the \u003cstrong\u003edeclared plant fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e, which makes it a genuinely vegan option where not every competitor spells that out. It also offers a wider choice of flavours, in an unashamedly confectionery register.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat settles it, then, is what you value: one extra gram of amino acids, or full transparency on the detail. If your need is mainly mineral hydration, neither will replace a product from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolytes\u003c\/a\u003e aisle. And if you are weighing up a cheaper option, be aware that our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e aisle supplies only three amino acids out of nine: the saving is paid for with an incomplete profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much leucine per serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not publish it in the labelling data available to us, and we will not invent it. The ingredients list places leucine first, which indicates it is the dominant one of the nine, with no further precision. The label on the tub you receive is what counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the formula suitable for vegans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The amino acids come from plant fermentation, with no animal raw material, and the manufacturer declares the formula lactose free and gluten free. One caveat, though: the production facility handles milk, eggs and fish, and traces are possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servings in the 350 g tub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThirty exactly, at 11.5 g per serving. At four sessions a week, that works out at around seven weeks; taken daily as the manufacturer suggests, one month. The stated shelf life is 24 months unopened.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Ultra Energy flavour contain caffeine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ingredients list supplied to us mentions no stimulant, and no caffeine content has been communicated to us for this flavour. As the name may be misleading, check the label on the tub you receive if you are sensitive to caffeine or if you train in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you really need 400 ml of water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is what the manufacturer settles on, and it is a good setting. A free amino acid powder is acidic and concentrated in taste: at 250 ml the drink becomes unpleasant to finish. The generous volume has a second advantage, it makes you drink during the session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould you take a break between two periods of use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer advises 4 to 12 weeks of use then a 1 to 2 week break. Nothing requires it on a simple amino acid supply, but that break has one merit: it obliges you to check that your diet stands up on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you take it on rest days?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer allows it. We are more measured: if your protein intake is already sufficient, taking it on days without a session brings nothing demonstrated and halves how long the tub lasts. Save it for the days when a protein meal is genuinely missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy Naughty Boy Amino EAA 350 g?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe. The 350 g tub with 30 servings is a sensible size to try for a first EAA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, it is one of the few products we put straight up against a competitor on the counter, because the two tubs have exactly the same serving size. 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It stands out for its 10:1:1 ratio, that is to say ten parts of leucine to one part of isoleucine and one of valine, where the market's historical standard is 2:1:1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product comes from 5% Nutrition, a brand whose formulas are recognisable by their length: here there are not three amino acids but seven families of ingredients, from the joint complex to the muscle buffer. The rest of the brand's catalogue is in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/5-nutrition\"\u003e5% Nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e aisle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours listed: Push Pop, Blueberry Lemonade, Southern Sweet Tea, Lemon Lime, Fruit Punch, Blue Raspberry, Watermelon and Mango Pineapple. The number of servings per tub is not published by the manufacturer in the information available to us; the net weight shown on the packaging you receive lets you work it out by dividing by 12.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a 12 g serving contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComplex\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 12 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePublished detail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBCAA complex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-leucine 5,000 mg, L-isoleucine 500 mg, L-valine 500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConditionally essential amino acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,800 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-glutamine and L-carnitine L-tartrate, split not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntramuscular buffer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeta-alanine and creatinol-O-phosphate, split not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupport complex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e960 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaurine, coconut water concentrate, HICA, bromelain, blueberry powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eJoint complex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotassium D-glucosamine sulphate and MSM, split not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN-acetyl-L-cysteine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDosed on its own\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOther essential amino acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHistidine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo nutrient reference value exists for free amino acids: a percentage column would make no sense here, and we will not invent one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e5 g of leucine per serving is considerable\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it is the product's real selling point. Leucine is the amino acid that triggers the protein synthesis signal, and the threshold generally accepted sits between 2.5 and 3 g. One serving delivers almost double that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat that ratio implies does need saying, though, because nobody says it. \u003cstrong\u003eTriggering the signal is not enough: you also need the bricks.\u003c\/strong\u003e The other six essential amino acids are present here only to the tune of 200 mg in total, which is a trace. Put another way, this product fires the starting gun for construction without delivering the materials. That is perfectly coherent if you use it around a meal or a protein shake that supplies the rest. It is far less so if you rely on it on an empty stomach, thinking it replaces a complete protein. In that case, a complete \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e is the right product, not this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rest of the formula deserves reading line by line. The \u003cstrong\u003e1,500 mg of intramuscular buffer\u003c\/strong\u003e combine beta-alanine and creatinol-O-phosphate; it is the beta-alanine that explains the tingling in the face and forearms that many users feel within a quarter of an hour of taking it. It is harmless and it fades with habit. If that is the ingredient you want at a proper dose, our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/beta-alanine\"\u003ebeta-alanine\u003c\/a\u003e aisle offers it on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e600 mg of joint complex\u003c\/strong\u003e combine glucosamine and MSM, with no published split. That is well below the quantities used in the work on \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/glucosamine\"\u003eglucosamine\u003c\/a\u003e, around 1,500 mg a day. It is a touch, not a treatment. The same remark applies to the 500 mg of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nac\"\u003eN-acetyl-cysteine\u003c\/a\u003e and to the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/glutamine\"\u003eglutamine\u003c\/a\u003e, whose exact share of the 2,800 mg is not disclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA regulatory clarification, which belongs here: \u003cstrong\u003enone of these ingredients holds a health claim authorised in Europe\u003c\/strong\u003e. Not the BCAAs, not glutamine, not carnitine, not beta-alanine. We can describe the quantities and compare them with the market; we cannot attribute an effect to them, and legally nobody can.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients list\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBCAA complex (L-leucine, L-isoleucine, L-valine), conditionally essential amino acid complex (L-glutamine, L-carnitine L-tartrate), support complex (L-taurine, coconut water concentrate, HICA [alpha-hydroxyisocaproic acid], bromelain, blueberry fruit powder), intramuscular buffer (beta-alanine, creatinol-O-phosphate), joint complex (potassium D-glucosamine sulphate, MSM [methylsulfonylmethane]), N-acetyl-L-cysteine, essential amino acid complex (L-histidine, L-lysine, L-methionine, L-phenylalanine, L-threonine, L-tryptophan), natural and artificial flavourings, citric acid, sweeteners (sucralose, acesulfame potassium), colourings depending on the flavour. \u003cstrong\u003eMay contain traces of MILK, SOYA, EGG and GLUTEN depending on the flavour and the production conditions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take All Day You May?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e one 12 g scoop. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 to 500 ml of cold water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 30 minutes before the session, or sipped during training, or between two meals. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving a day to begin with. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e the manufacturer sets no course length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with a single daily serving for at least a week. The manufacturer allows up to four servings a day for the most highly trained athletes, but that is a ceiling, not a recommendation. At four servings you are swallowing 6 g of muscle buffer, 2 g of N-acetyl-cysteine and 2.4 g of joint complex over the day: those quantities deserve at the very least to be discussed with a healthcare professional before you go there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe volume of water matters too. Below 300 ml the drink becomes very concentrated and acidic, and free amino acids irritate some people's stomachs. For a long session, go up to 700 or 800 ml and spread out your consumption.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical point: avoid taking it at the same time as a complete protein shake. It is not dangerous, simply redundant: the protein already supplies all the amino acids. The right slot is the one where you have nothing else: between two widely spaced meals, or during training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is All Day You May for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits someone who trains fasted or a long way from their last meal and who is looking to limit catabolism over a long session. It also suits those who cannot tolerate a shake during exercise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer advises against it for \u003cstrong\u003epregnant and breastfeeding women\u003c\/strong\u003e and restricts it to \u003cstrong\u003eadults over 18\u003c\/strong\u003e. It also asks for the advice of a healthcare professional in the event of liver or kidney disease, which is consistent with a high daily load of free amino acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo points of caution that the manufacturer does not highlight and that we prefer to put in writing. First, the \u003cstrong\u003eglucosamine\u003c\/strong\u003e: it is of shellfish origin in the vast majority of cases, the source is not specified here, and that is information which matters to anyone allergic to crustaceans. It also calls for a doctor's advice in the event of diabetes or anticoagulant treatment. Second, the \u003cstrong\u003ecreatinol-O-phosphate\u003c\/strong\u003e: this is a synthetic molecule whose regulatory status as a food supplement ingredient in the European Union is not clearly established. We flag it because a buyer has the right to know before buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you should not expect from it: it is not a protein substitute. One serving supplies 12 g of ingredients including 6 g of BCAAs, which replaces neither a chicken breast nor a shake. Nor is it a product that \"builds muscle\" by itself: if your daily protein intake is already adequate, the measurable benefit of additional BCAAs is small, and the literature is fairly harsh on this point. Finally, if you are subject to anti-doping testing, check the batch status with your federation before taking any.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAll Day You May or a complete EAA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the central trade-off in this category, and it is settled fairly clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA complete EAA supplies the nine essential amino acids in proportions close to those of muscle, generally with 2.5 to 3 g of leucine per serving. It is the better choice if you take the product on an empty stomach, if you are not eating within the following two hours, or if your daily protein intake is low. It provides both the signal and the materials, which is the only way to obtain a real effect on protein synthesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll Day You May follows a different logic: plenty of leucine, very little of the rest, but a whole series of comfort ingredients around it — joint, buffer, antioxidant, hydration. It is the better choice if you use it as a training drink alongside meals that are already protein-rich, if the beta-alanine tingling does not bother you, and if you like long formulas. It is also, let us say it, a product of habit rather than one with demonstrated efficacy on a specific point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your need is simply to have something to drink during a long session, without chasing performance, an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolyte\u003c\/a\u003e drink costs less and does the job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the 10:1:1 ratio better than 2:1:1?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt supplies more leucine for the same total quantity, which is verifiable. But a ratio says nothing about overall effectiveness: protein synthesis requires the nine essential amino acids, not just the trigger. A 10:1:1 taken around a protein-rich meal makes sense; taken on its own, it does half the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy do I get tingling after taking it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the beta-alanine in the buffer complex. The sensation affects the face, the scalp and the forearms, appears within fifteen minutes and lasts half an hour. It is harmless, well documented, and fades with repeated servings. If it bothers you, split the serving in two.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servings a day at most?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer sets the ceiling at four. That is a lot, and that ceiling is designed for athletes with a very high training volume. One serving a day covers the use of the vast majority of people, and two already amount to sustained use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be taken on rest days?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, between two widely spaced meals. The benefit remains modest: on a day without training, what counts for recovery is total protein intake and sleep, not the distribution of free amino acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this product contain creatine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The creatinol-O-phosphate in the buffer complex has a name that looks similar but it is not creatine and does not have the same effects. If you are looking for creatine, you need to buy it separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for vegetarians?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe glucosamine in the joint complex is most often of shellfish origin, and the manufacturer does not specify the source in the information available to us. Without that detail, we cannot state that the product is suitable for a vegetarian diet. The label on the tub you receive is the only reliable reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be mixed with a pre-workout?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTechnically yes, but look at the labels first. Many pre-workouts already contain beta-alanine, taurine and tyrosine: the totals add up quickly, with no extra benefit. The one ingredient there is no point in doubling up is precisely the muscle buffer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy 5% Nutrition All Day You May?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe. At the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, the first question we ask in front of this tub is \"how much protein do you eat a day?\" — because the answer determines whether this product is going to bring you something or simply add to an already full list. The rest of the aisle can be browsed in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"5% Nutrition","offers":[{"title":"Push Pop","offer_id":52298567516487,"sku":"PWB-P42924","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blueberry Lemonade","offer_id":52298567549255,"sku":"PWB-P42666","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Southern Sweet Tea","offer_id":52298567582023,"sku":"PWB-P42286","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Citron Vert","offer_id":52298567614791,"sku":"PWB-P42284","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fruit Punch","offer_id":52298567647559,"sku":"PWB-P42283","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue Raspberry","offer_id":52298567680327,"sku":"PWB-P42282","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pastèque","offer_id":52298567713095,"sku":"PWB-P41974","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mango Pineapple","offer_id":52298567745863,"sku":"PWB-P20362","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/5-Nutrition-All-Day-You-May-BCAA-Recuperation-carre.png?v=1788599211"},{"product_id":"rule-one-energized-amino-acides-amines-cafeines","title":"Rule One Energized Amino","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Rule One Energized Amino?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRule One Energized Amino is a caffeinated amino acid drink mix that provides 5.5 g of amino acids and 120 mg of caffeine per serving, for just 10 kcal. It sits halfway between a conventional \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e and a light \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/boosters\"\u003epre-workout booster\u003c\/a\u003e: too low in caffeine to replace a pre-workout, too stimulating to drink in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe caffeine does not come from an anhydrous source but from green tea leaf and green coffee bean extracts. In practice the molecule is the same; what changes is what comes with it — the polyphenols in tea slow the rise slightly, and the sensation is less abrupt than with 120 mg of pure caffeine. The rest of the range appears in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/rule-one\"\u003eRule One\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours listed: Pineapple Passion Fruit, Orange Clementine, Grape, Blue Raspberry, Sour Candy, Peach Mango, Watermelon and Fruit Punch. The number of servings per tub is not published by the manufacturer in the information available to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a serving of Energized Amino contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComposition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmino acid complex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5,500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSee breakdown below\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which total BCAAs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-leucine, L-isoleucine, L-valine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which citrulline malate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e750 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrecursor of arginine, bound to malic acid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which beta-alanine, taurine, L-glutamine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ebreakdown not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProprietary blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy complex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e120 mg of caffeine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen tea leaf and green coffee bean extracts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEnergy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 kcal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValue declared by the manufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrate, fat, protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree amino acids are not counted as protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo points about reading this table need making, and they are not trivial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first: \u003cstrong\u003ethe “protein: 0 g” line is not a mistake\u003c\/strong\u003e. Free amino acids are not protein in the sense used by nutrition labelling, which calculates protein from the nitrogen in whole proteins. You are indeed swallowing 5.5 g of amino acids, but they do not show up in the protein line. This throws a lot of buyers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second: \u003cstrong\u003ethe declared value of 10 kcal strikes us as low given the 5.5 g of amino acids stated\u003c\/strong\u003e, which would normally represent around twenty kilocalories. We will not settle the matter on the manufacturer's behalf, nor will we recalculate their label. Simply bear in mind that the intake stays low either way, and that nothing here weighs on a day of controlled intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2 g of BCAAs is modest.\u003c\/strong\u003e A dedicated product provides 5 to 7 g per serving. Here the amino acids act as a base for a training drink rather than a genuine intake: that is not a flaw if you buy the product for what it is, but it is one if you think you are buying a BCAA. Full \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAAs\u003c\/a\u003e answer a different need, and answer it better.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e750 mg of citrulline malate\u003c\/strong\u003e is likewise below the amounts used in published protocols, which tend to be around 6 to 8 g. If the pump is what you are after, our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/citrulline\"\u003ecitrulline\u003c\/a\u003e section offers serious doses. The beta-alanine, whose amount is not published, does on the other hand explain the tingling some users feel a few minutes after taking it; the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/beta-alanine\"\u003ebeta-alanine\u003c\/a\u003e section offers it dosed in its own right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne important regulatory point, and it concerns the colourings. The formula uses FD\u0026amp;C colourings depending on the flavour: Blue 1, Red 40, Yellow 5 and Yellow 6. The last three correspond in Europe to additives E129, E102 and E110, for which \u003cstrong\u003ea mandatory statement applies: “may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children”\u003c\/strong\u003e. That statement must appear on the label of the product sold in Europe. Check for it on the tub you receive, and know that it exists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinally, no health claim is authorised in Europe for BCAAs, citrulline, taurine or glutamine. Only caffeine has one: it helps to increase alertness and to improve concentration from 75 mg upwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients list\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerformance complex: L-leucine, L-valine, L-isoleucine, beta-alanine, L-citrulline, taurine, L-glutamine. Energy complex: green tea leaf extract, green coffee bean extract. Other ingredients: natural and artificial flavourings, citric acid, malic acid, inulin, silicon dioxide, sucralose, acesulfame potassium, sunflower lecithin. Colourings depending on the flavour: FD\u0026amp;C Blue 1, Red 40, Yellow 5 and Yellow 6. No added sugar and no creatine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow should you take Energized Amino?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose:\u003c\/strong\u003e one scoop. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 240 to 350 ml of cold water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e in the morning in place of coffee, 20 to 30 minutes before a session, or during a long workout. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one to two servings a day, at least four hours apart. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e the manufacturer sets no course length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe timing rule is the same as for any caffeinated product: \u003cstrong\u003enothing in the six hours before bed\u003c\/strong\u003e. The manufacturer states this explicitly. At 120 mg per serving, a shaker drunk at 18:00 still leaves enough to disturb falling asleep at 23:00 in sensitive people.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer permits a double serving before the most intense sessions. That takes the intake to 240 mg of caffeine in one go, which exceeds the 200 mg threshold EFSA identifies as a single dose of no concern in adults. It is not prohibited, but it should be kept for someone who knows their tolerance well, and never on a day when you have already had two coffees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most interesting use is the one the manufacturer puts first and that you would not expect: \u003cstrong\u003ereplacing the morning coffee\u003c\/strong\u003e. 120 mg is a little more than an espresso, with water and amino acids thrown in, and without the acidity of coffee on an empty stomach. For someone training in the late morning, it is a sequence that works well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring a long session, dilute it further — 500 to 700 ml — and sip rather than downing it in one. The drink then serves as much for fluid intake as for amino acids, much as an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolyte\u003c\/a\u003e drink would.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is Energized Amino for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits someone looking for a training drink with a little energy, without the 300 mg of caffeine in a full pre-workout. It also suits those who want to cut out the morning coffee without cutting out the caffeine, and those who train early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer is explicit about the exclusions: the product is \u003cstrong\u003efor healthy active adults only\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003enot intended for women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or trying to conceive\u003c\/strong\u003e, and medical advice is needed if you are on treatment or under medical supervision. Under-18s should not consume it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not for you if you are after a genuine amino acid intake: 2 g of BCAAs replaces neither a protein shake nor a properly dosed EAA. Nor is it for an evening session, or alongside a caffeinated pre-workout — the total would quickly go beyond what is reasonable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you should not expect from it: this is not a product that builds muscle. At these amounts, the effect on protein synthesis is negligible if your diet already provides enough protein. What it really provides is alertness, a bit of flavour in your water, and a ritual. That is useful in itself, but it is what you should be buying it for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEnergized Amino or a full pre-workout?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe difference comes down to one figure: 120 mg of caffeine here, against 200 to 350 mg in a pre-workout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA full pre-workout combines a high dose of caffeine, beta-alanine at a proper dose, often 6 g of citrulline and sometimes creatine. It is the better choice for a heavy session where focus is the limiting factor, or for a morning workout after a short night. Its drawback is the flip side of its strength: at 300 mg, your margin for the rest of the day disappears, and sleep suffers if you train late.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnergized Amino plays a quieter tune. At 120 mg you stay in coffee territory, with the option of another serving in the afternoon without going past the guideline figures. It is the better choice for medium-volume sessions, for daily training, and for anyone who finds pre-workouts too aggressive. It is also, let us say it, a better hydration product than a pre-workout, because you drink it more readily over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your goal is recovery rather than energy, the right section is elsewhere: a complete protein after the session will do more than either of these two drinks. The full comparison is in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much caffeine is there per serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e120 mg, from green tea and green coffee extracts. That is the equivalent of a generous espresso, so markedly less than a conventional pre-workout. A double serving takes the total to 240 mg, beyond the 200 mg threshold EFSA identifies for a single intake in adults.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy does the protein line say 0 g?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause free amino acids are not counted as protein in nutrition labelling, which is based on measuring the nitrogen in whole proteins. You are indeed consuming 5.5 g of amino acids, but they do not appear on that line. It is neither an error nor a deception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be taken in the evening?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, unless you train very early in the evening. The manufacturer recommends avoiding any intake in the six hours before bed. For a late session, a stimulant-free product is the only coherent choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it a genuine BCAA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in the sense dedicated products mean. 2 g of BCAAs per serving is two to three times less than a conventional BCAA. This is a caffeinated training drink that contains amino acids, not an amino acid supplement that contains caffeine. The distinction changes the use entirely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the product contain creatine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and the manufacturer says so. It is a coherent choice: creatine is taken every day, rest days included, whereas this product is designed for training days. If you take it, buy it separately and keep the daily dose going.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are there colourings in the formula?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the colour that goes with the flavour, nothing more. Three of them — E129, E102 and E110 under European nomenclature — require a regulatory statement about activity and attention in children, which must appear on the label. If colour additives bother you, that is a legitimate basis for choosing, and colouring-free formulas do exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you drink two servings a day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, keeping at least four hours between them, as the manufacturer states. That takes the total to 240 mg of caffeine across the day, which stays under the 400 mg guideline — provided you also count the coffees, teas and soft drinks you have during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy Rule One Energized Amino?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe. At the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, this is the product we recommend to those who find pre-workouts too harsh and BCAAs too bland: it wins on neither front, but it occupies the middle ground well. The rest of the pre-session range can be compared in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/pre-workout-sans-creatine\"\u003ecreatine-free pre-workout\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rule One","offers":[{"title":"Ananas Fruit de la Passion","offer_id":52314744914247,"sku":"PWB-P49829","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange Clementine","offer_id":52314744947015,"sku":"PWB-P49827","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grape","offer_id":52314744979783,"sku":"PWB-P48475","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Blue Raspberry","offer_id":52314745012551,"sku":"PWB-P47928","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sour Candy","offer_id":52314745045319,"sku":"PWB-P47927","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Peach Mango","offer_id":52314745078087,"sku":"PWB-P47926","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pastèque","offer_id":52314745110855,"sku":"PWB-P47925","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Fruit Punch","offer_id":52314745143623,"sku":"PWB-P47924","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/Rule-One-Energized-Amino-Acides-Amines-Cafeines-carre.png?v=1788603288"},{"product_id":"trained-by-jp-mps-max","title":"TrainedByJP MPS MAX","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is TrainedByJP MPS MAX?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMPS MAX is a \u003cstrong\u003epowder to drink during training\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a serving of \u003cstrong\u003e22 g\u003c\/strong\u003e. It combines three things you rarely find together: \u003cstrong\u003e10 g of free essential amino acids\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 g of PeptoPro®\u003c\/strong\u003e (hydrolysed casein) and \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 g of hydrolysed whey protein\u003c\/strong\u003e. The flavours listed: Blackcurrant Squash, Peached Ice Tea and Sunny Orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn top of that come four trademarked ingredients: \u003cstrong\u003ePeak O2®\u003c\/strong\u003e at 1 g, a blend of five mushrooms (cordyceps, reishi, king trumpet, shiitake and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/lions-mane\"\u003elion's mane\u003c\/a\u003e); \u003cstrong\u003eVelositol®\u003c\/strong\u003e, an amylopectin-chromium complex; \u003cstrong\u003eAquamin®\u003c\/strong\u003e, minerals derived from marine algae; and \u003cstrong\u003eAstraGin®\u003c\/strong\u003e, a blend of astragalus and \u003cem\u003ePanax notoginseng\u003c\/em\u003e extracts. The rest is maltodextrin, citric acid, trisodium citrate, flavouring, sucralose and beta-carotene as a colouring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a dense formula, and it is also a formula you need to know how to read. Below we set out what the manufacturer puts a figure on and what it does not, because the gap matters. The full range sits in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/trainedbyjp\"\u003eTrainedByJP\u003c\/a\u003e aisle, and the category as a whole in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a 22 g serving contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 22 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEssential amino acid blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll 9 EAAs in free form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeptoPro®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydrolysed casein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydrolysed whey protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHydrolysed whey\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePeak O2®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlend of 5 mushrooms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVelositol®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAmylopectin-chromium complex\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAquamin® MG and F\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMarine algae minerals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAstraGin®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAstragalus and notoginseng extracts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is missing has to be said plainly, because it is substantial. The manufacturer \u003cstrong\u003epublishes no energy value, no macronutrients and no salt figure\u003c\/strong\u003e for this product, and \u003cstrong\u003edoes not break the 10 g of essential amino acids down amino acid by amino acid\u003c\/strong\u003e: it states only that leucine is the largest share. Nor does it put a figure on the Velositol®, the Aquamin® or the AstraGin®. The direct consequence: \u003cstrong\u003eno magnesium, calcium or chromium content can be declared\u003c\/strong\u003e, and so no regulatory wording can be used for those minerals. On a product positioned like this one, that is a shortcoming, and we will not fill it in with figures found elsewhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat can be said with confidence comes down to two points. The first: \u003cstrong\u003e15 g of protein material in 22 g of powder\u003c\/strong\u003e, between the free amino acids and the two hydrolysates. That is a straightforward dose for a training drink, and clearly above an ordinary EAA that stops at the amino acids alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second: \u003cstrong\u003epairing free amino acids with hydrolysates is rare\u003c\/strong\u003e, and there is logic to it. Free amino acids have no digestion to go through; a hydrolysate is a protein already broken down into short peptides. Both therefore go through without sitting heavily on the stomach, which is exactly what you ask of a drink taken between two sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA regulatory framing to close, and it is a necessary one: \u003cstrong\u003eno health claim is authorised in Europe for free amino acids, nor for the Peak O2® mushrooms, nor for astragalus.\u003c\/strong\u003e So you will read here no promise of amplified protein synthesis, no quantified performance, no percentage improvement. Those figures do circulate about this product; they cannot be repeated, and we will not repeat them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take MPS MAX?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 g, that is one scoop. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 to 600 ml of water depending on how concentrated you want the taste. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e from 15 minutes before the session, then throughout the session. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving per training session. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e continuous, as no cycling is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe liquid range is wide, and that is deliberate: at 200 ml you get a very concentrated drink, at 600 ml a light one you can sip over an hour and a half. \u003cstrong\u003eOur advice is to aim for the top of the range\u003c\/strong\u003e: the point of a training drink is as much to get you drinking as to supply amino acids, and 500 ml worked through over a session beats 200 ml downed in one go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer's protocol is precise on one point: \u003cstrong\u003estart 15 minutes before\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than at the first exercise, and keep going throughout. For a session longer than 90 minutes, it recommends saving the whole serving for intra-workout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA common-sense remark that holds for this whole category: \u003cstrong\u003eif you have eaten a full meal one to two hours before the session, an amino acid drink during the effort is of little use.\u003c\/strong\u003e The amino acids from that meal are still circulating. This product makes sense when you train fasted, early in the morning, or a long way from any meal — not stacked on top of an already well-filled day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is MPS MAX for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is \u003cstrong\u003eintended for adults engaged in intense physical activity\u003c\/strong\u003e, those are the manufacturer's terms, and it targets long or fasted sessions in particular. The liquid, tangy, non-heavy format is its real argument: nobody downs a whey shake between two sets of squats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt \u003cstrong\u003econtains MILK\u003c\/strong\u003e, twice over: PeptoPro® is a hydrolysed casein and the second hydrolysate comes from whey. The product is made in a facility that handles \u003cstrong\u003eMILK, SOYA, EGGS and GLUTEN\u003c\/strong\u003e, and traces of \u003cstrong\u003eNUTS, CRUSTACEANS and PEANUTS\u003c\/strong\u003e are possible. It is \u003cstrong\u003enot recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women\u003c\/strong\u003e and must be kept out of reach of children. If you are on medical treatment, the manufacturer asks that you seek professional advice beforehand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo it suits \u003cstrong\u003eneither vegans nor people allergic to milk proteins\u003c\/strong\u003e — unlike a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e or an EAA made of free amino acids alone, which are often vegan. That is the price of the two hydrolysates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you should not expect from it: a shortcut. \u003cstrong\u003eFifteen grams of protein material during the session do not make up for a day at 90 g of protein\u003c\/strong\u003e, and no trademarked ingredient replaces a sound daily total. Nor can we assert anything about the mushrooms, the astragalus or the chromium in this formula: with no published contents and no authorised claim, there is nothing honest to say about them. What you are buying that can be verified is a training drink very well supplied with amino acids and easy to digest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMPS MAX or a hydrolysed whey?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth target the same moment of the day and are digested quickly. The choice comes down to texture and to price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/whey-hydrolysee-1\"\u003ehydrolysed whey\u003c\/a\u003e supplies 22 to 25 g of complete protein per serving, at a far lower cost per gram of protein. It is the better choice if your aim is to add protein around training and you tolerate a milky shake. Its drawback lies in the taste, frankly bitter with a pure hydrolysate, and in the texture, which goes down badly mid-session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMPS MAX wins on that precise point, and that is its reason for existing: it is a \u003cstrong\u003eclear, fruity drink you can sip during the effort\u003c\/strong\u003e, where no shake would go down. It also wins on leucine, the largest share of the 10 g of free amino acids. It loses clearly on price per gram of protein, and on dosage transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your need is more about slow release outside training, it is the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/caseines\"\u003ecasein\u003c\/a\u003e aisle that answers it, not this one. And if what you are after above all is replacing sweat losses on long sessions, our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolytes\u003c\/a\u003e will do it better and for far less — since the marine minerals in this formula carry no figures, they cannot be counted as an intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much of each amino acid is in the 10 g?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not publish the breakdown in the data available to us: it states only that leucine is the predominant amino acid. We will not complete that table with unverified values. If the breakdown matters to you, the label on the tub you receive is what counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference from a standard EAA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard EAA stops at free amino acids. This one adds 5 g of hydrolysates — casein and whey — that is, short peptides on top of the isolated amino acids. It is more complete and more expensive, and it brings milk into the formula, which rules out vegans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much water should you use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom 200 to 600 ml, depending on how concentrated a taste you can handle. Our advice: aim for 500 ml. A training drink is there as much to get you drinking as to supply amino acids, and regular sips over an hour beat a concentrated glass downed at the start of the session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is PeptoPro®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the trade name of a hydrolysed casein, that is, a milk protein pre-cut into short peptides. The stated benefit is faster digestion than an ordinary casein, which is consistent with use during effort. We are describing the ingredient, as no claim is authorised for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the product contain usable electrolytes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula contains Aquamin®, minerals derived from marine algae, but the manufacturer does not publish the contents. Without figures, we can declare neither magnesium nor calcium, nor use any regulatory wording. If mineral hydration is your goal, take a dedicated electrolyte product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for vegetarians or vegans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor vegetarians yes, for vegans no: the formula contains two milk proteins. It is also made in a facility that handles soya, eggs and gluten, with possible traces of nuts, crustaceans and peanuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould you take it on non-training days?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not provide for that: the protocol is set around the session, from 15 minutes before. On rest days, ordinary protein intake does the same job for far less. This product answers a digestion constraint during effort, not a permanent need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere to buy TrainedByJP MPS MAX?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe. It is a product for the seasoned: it assumes the rest of your diet is already in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, this is the kind of label we read line by line with the customer, because it mixes very precise doses with trademarked ingredients whose quantity is not given. Knowing how to tell the two apart is what stops you paying for a name. The rest of the amino acids can be compared in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e aisle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Trained by JP","offers":[{"title":"Cassis Cordial","offer_id":52315059716423,"sku":"PWB-P47614","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Peach Iced Tea","offer_id":52315059749191,"sku":"PWB-P47613","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Sunny Orange","offer_id":52315059781959,"sku":"PWB-P47612","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/TrainedByJP-MPS-MAX-Synthese-Proteique-Intra-Workout-carre.png?v=1788598544"},{"product_id":"trained-by-jp-eaa-1000g-acides-amines-essentiels","title":"TrainedByJP EAA 1000 g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is TrainedByJP EAA 1000 g?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrainedByJP EAA is an \u003cstrong\u003eessential amino acid\u003c\/strong\u003e powder to be mixed with water, sold in a 1 kg tub, i.e. \u003cstrong\u003e66 servings of 15 g\u003c\/strong\u003e. The flavours listed: Cherry Lime, Berry Burst, Orange \u0026amp; Mango, Tropical and Strawberry \u0026amp; Kiwi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe essential amino acids are the nine the body cannot make and which must come from food. This formula provides all nine in free form, that is to say not bound together within a protein: that is what sets an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e apart from a protein powder. The manufacturer states that they are \u003cstrong\u003ederived from plant fermentation\u003c\/strong\u003e, which makes the formula suitable for a vegan diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdded to these are two electrolytes — magnesium oxide and potassium chloride — then the formulation ingredients: flavouring, citric acid, trisodium citrate, sucralose as a sweetener, and a colour that varies with the flavour. The British brand is stocked here in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/trainedbyjp\"\u003eTrainedByJP\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a 15 g serving contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEssential amino acid\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 15 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 100 g*\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Leucine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26.7 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Isoleucine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.3 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Valine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.3 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Lysine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13.3 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Threonine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.7 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Phenylalanine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e600 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Methionine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.7 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Histidine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.7 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Tryptophan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e80 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.53 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal essential amino acids\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12,480 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e83.2 g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* Column calculated from the values declared for 15 g. Three reservations, and we would rather put them in writing. The manufacturer \u003cstrong\u003edoes not publish the amounts of magnesium oxide and potassium chloride\u003c\/strong\u003e: without figures, no NRV percentage can be shown for these two electrolytes, and no regulatory wording can be used. Nor does it publish any macronutrient breakdown. Finally, it declares \u003cstrong\u003e3 kcal per serving\u003c\/strong\u003e, a value hard to reconcile with 12.5 g of amino acids: we reproduce it exactly as it is given to us, flagging the inconsistency rather than correcting it ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe figure that shapes this formula is \u003cstrong\u003e4 g of leucine per serving\u003c\/strong\u003e. Leucine alone accounts for a third of the blend, and that is a straightforward dose: many EAAs on the market stop at 2 or 2.5 g. The ratio between leucine, isoleucine and valine is 2:1:1, the classic BCAA pattern, but here built into a complete nine-amino-acid profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second figure to look at is the tryptophan: \u003cstrong\u003e80 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e. That is little in absolute terms, and that is normal — it is the essential amino acid with the lowest requirement. But it is precisely its presence that sets an EAA apart from a BCAA, and that explains one of this product's contraindications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word of framing, and it is a necessary one: \u003cstrong\u003eno health claim is authorised in Europe for free amino acids.\u003c\/strong\u003e The wording \"protein contributes to a growth in muscle mass\" applies to protein, not to a powdered blend of amino acids. So you will read here no promise of protein synthesis, no accelerated recovery, no protection against catabolism. What we are describing is a composition, a dose and a use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow should TrainedByJP EAA be taken?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 g, i.e. one scoop. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 to 400 ml of cold water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e during the session, sipped, or within the 30 minutes that follow; on rest days, between two meals. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving per day. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e ongoing, as the manufacturer gives no course length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe volume of liquid is not a suggestion: \u003cstrong\u003e300 to 400 ml for 15 g is a minimum\u003c\/strong\u003e. A free amino acid powder is acidic and very concentrated in taste; short on water, it becomes frankly harsh, and the flavours in this range are already pronounced. If the first attempt puts you off, add 100 ml before concluding anything at all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most sensible use is during the session, sip by sip, with the added benefit of getting you to drink. That is the real argument for this kind of product against a protein shake: nobody downs a whey from a bottle between two sets, whereas a clear, fruity drink goes down without difficulty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical note on the size: a one-kilo tub lasts a long time. Close it carefully and keep it dry — free amino acid powders are hygroscopic and clump into a solid block at the slightest damp. The formula is otherwise compatible with taking another product before or after training, with no particular interaction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is this EAA for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed first at people who train fasted or a long way from a meal, those who cannot tolerate a milky shake during exercise, and \u003cstrong\u003evegans\u003c\/strong\u003e — since the amino acids come from plant fermentation, the formula contains no ingredient of animal origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer \u003cstrong\u003edoes not advise it for children, or for pregnant and breastfeeding women\u003c\/strong\u003e. Two contraindications deserve careful reading: it is \u003cstrong\u003enot recommended for people on antidepressant treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e — the presence of tryptophan and phenylalanine, two neurotransmitter precursors, explains this caution — nor for people with \u003cstrong\u003ekidney failure\u003c\/strong\u003e. Antidepressant treatment is never altered on one's own initiative: if this concerns you, the question is one for your doctor or your pharmacist, not for a product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is less suitable if you are trying to raise your daily protein total. Twelve and a half grams of amino acids do not replace 25 g of complete protein, and generally cost more per gram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you should not expect from it, and this is the most useful thing to say: \u003cstrong\u003eif your protein intake across the day is already sufficient, this product will add nothing.\u003c\/strong\u003e An EAA makes sense when a meal is missing, not stacked on top of three shakes and 180 g of protein a day. Nobody in this category will tell you so, and yet it is the first question to ask.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEAA or a whey?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the comparison that decides the purchase, and it turns on use rather than on quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines\"\u003eprotein powder\u003c\/a\u003e provides 22 to 27 g of complete protein per serving, including roughly 2 to 2.7 g of leucine, at a far lower price per gram of protein. It is the better choice in the great majority of cases: to make up for a meal, for an inadequate breakfast, for the post-session snack. If you are only going to buy one product, buy that one, and our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/whey-isolate-1\"\u003ewhey isolate\u003c\/a\u003e section covers the cases where digestion is a problem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe EAA wins in three specific situations. During exercise, because it drinks clear and light where a whey sits heavily on the stomach. On a vegan diet, where it provides a complete profile with no dairy. And at 4 g of leucine per serving, it exceeds what a standard whey shake supplies on that one amino acid. If your need is limited to the leucine-isoleucine-valine trio, our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e section works out cheaper — but an incomplete profile remains an incomplete profile, and that is precisely what an EAA corrects. Finally, if what you are mainly after is making up for losses through sweat, it is our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolytes\u003c\/a\u003e you should be looking at, since the amounts present here are not quantified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between an EAA and a BCAA?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA BCAA provides only three amino acids: leucine, isoleucine and valine. An EAA provides all nine essentials, including lysine, threonine, methionine, histidine, phenylalanine and tryptophan. Here, the 4 g of leucine are built into a complete profile of 12.5 g, which is not comparable to a three-component product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servings does the one-kilo tub contain?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e66 servings of 15 g, a figure given by the manufacturer and consistent with the net weight. At one serving per training day, on four sessions a week, that comes to around four months. Close the tub properly: these powders take up moisture and harden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy only 3 kcal per serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat is the value declared by the manufacturer, and we have not changed it. Set against 12.5 g of amino acids, it seems to us hard to explain: we publish it as it stands and would rather flag the doubt. If the actual energy value matters for your tracking, go by the label on the tub you receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the formula suitable for vegans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The manufacturer states that the amino acids come from plant fermentation, and no ingredient of animal origin goes into the composition. That is one of the genuine advantages of this kind of product on a dairy-free diet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be taken alongside antidepressant treatment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not recommend it in that case. The formula contains tryptophan and phenylalanine, two neurotransmitter precursors, which justifies the caution. This question is one for your doctor or your pharmacist, and ongoing treatment must never be stopped or altered on your own initiative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich flavour should I choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll are in a fruity, tangy register: Cherry Lime and Berry Burst are the sharpest, Orange \u0026amp; Mango and Tropical the mildest, Strawberry \u0026amp; Kiwi in between. All are sweetened with sucralose and coloured according to the flavour. The real adjustment is not the flavour but the volume of water: at 400 ml, they all become distinctly more drinkable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould it be taken during or after the session?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer suggests both, and between meals on rest days. In practice, taking it during exercise is what makes the most sense: it gets you drinking, and a clear drink goes down where a milky shake would not. After the session, a complete protein will do the same job for less.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can I buy TrainedByJP EAA 1000 g?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe. The one-kilo tub is a regular user's size: if this is your first EAA, be aware that it will last you several months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, the conversation about this product always starts with the same question, and it is not a sales one: how much protein do you eat per day? Until the answer is satisfactory, an EAA is of no use, and we would rather say so at the counter. The rest of the amino acids can be compared in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Trained by JP","offers":[{"title":"Cherry Lime","offer_id":52315207270727,"sku":"PWB-P49353","price":45.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Berry Burst","offer_id":52315207303495,"sku":"PWB-P48713","price":45.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Orange \u0026 Mango","offer_id":52315207336263,"sku":"PWB-P48253","price":45.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Tropical","offer_id":52315207369031,"sku":"PWB-P48252","price":45.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Strawberry \u0026 Kiwi","offer_id":52315207401799,"sku":"PWB-P48251","price":45.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/TrainedByJP-EAA-1000g-Acides-Amines-Essentiels-carre.png?v=1788598491"},{"product_id":"io-genix-amino-10-eaa-complets-bcaa-vitamine-b6","title":"IO Genix AMINO 10","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is IO Genix AMINO 10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIO Genix AMINO 10 is an \u003cstrong\u003eessential amino acid\u003c\/strong\u003e powder to be mixed with liquid, whose 20 g serving — two scoops — provides \u003cstrong\u003e10 g of EAAs\u003c\/strong\u003e. All nine essential amino acids are present, each with its exact dose. That is the difference between an EAA product and a plain BCAA: BCAAs provide only three of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe list is short: instant EAA blend, maltodextrin, citric acid, flavouring, silicon dioxide, sucralose and acesulfame K as sweeteners, and pyridoxine hydrochloride for the vitamin B6. The word “instant” is not decorative — raw amino acids have a reputation for being hard to dissolve, and instantising genuinely changes how comfortable the product is to use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours available: Cranberry, Lime and Raspberry. The product joins our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/gammes-io-genix\"\u003eIO Genix\u003c\/a\u003e sections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a 20 g serving contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmino acid \/ nutrient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 20 g serving (2 scoops)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% NRV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal EAA blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-leucine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,060 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-valine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-lysine HCl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,820 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-isoleucine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,200 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-threonine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-phenylalanine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e280 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-histidine HCl\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e280 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-methionine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e280 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-tryptophan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e280 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin B6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.6 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e114%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer publishes no energy value, no macronutrient breakdown and no net weight for the tub: we therefore cannot state the number of servings per pack, and we will not estimate it. The information is on the packaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this table interesting is that it is complete — all nine amino acids are quantified individually, and the sum comes to exactly 10,000 mg. Many products in this category simply announce a total. Two figures deserve attention. \u003cstrong\u003eThe three BCAAs total 6,260 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e (leucine, valine, isoleucine), close to two thirds of the blend. And \u003cstrong\u003eleucine alone accounts for 3,060 mg\u003c\/strong\u003e: it is the most studied amino acid for protein synthesis, and 3 g matches the amount found in the reference protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs for claims, only one is authorised here, and it concerns the vitamin: \u003cstrong\u003evitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism\u003c\/strong\u003e, as well as to normal energy-yielding metabolism and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue. For the amino acids themselves, no claim exists in European regulation — neither on muscle building nor on recovery. So what we describe is a composition and a use, not an effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you prepare AMINO 10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 g, that is 2 scoops of roughly 20 cc. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200 to 250 ml of water or juice. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30 minutes before training, or during the session; on rest days, in the morning on an empty stomach. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e once a day. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e the manufacturer sets out neither a course nor a break — there is no reason to impose one on an amino acid product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake vigorously: the powder is instantised and dissolves without lumps, but free amino acids need a little mechanical energy to get going. Made up with juice rather than water, the drink goes down better — EAAs are naturally bitter, and acidity helps mask it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA word on timing. Drinking amino acids during a session makes sense in one specific situation: a fasted session, or a very long one, with no meal in the preceding hours. If you ate two hours beforehand and your daily protein intake is covered, an extra 10 g of EAAs does not add much. Better to say so plainly than to sell you one more shaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is compatible with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/creatine-1\"\u003ecreatine\u003c\/a\u003e or a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/glutamine\"\u003eglutamine\u003c\/a\u003e in the same shaker, if you want to simplify your routine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is AMINO 10 for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed at those who train fasted in the morning, at those who do long sessions with no meal in between, and at those who want something to sip during training rather than plain water. It also suits people who struggle to digest protein powder during a session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo specific contraindications appear on the label, and they are more serious than average. This supplement \u003cstrong\u003emust not be taken by people on antidepressant treatment\u003c\/strong\u003e — the presence of L-tryptophan, a serotonin precursor, is the reason. It \u003cstrong\u003emust also not be taken in cases of kidney failure\u003c\/strong\u003e: an intake of free amino acids increases the nitrogen load to be cleared. It is \u003cstrong\u003enot recommended for children or pregnant women\u003c\/strong\u003e. If you are on any medical treatment whatsoever, seek the advice of a healthcare professional before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn allergens, the product \u003cstrong\u003emay contain traces of GLUTEN (wheat and oats), NUTS, PEANUT, EGGS, MILK, FISH and SOYA\u003c\/strong\u003e. Keep it tightly closed, in a cool, dry place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat not to expect from it: a substitute for protein. 10 g of EAAs does not replace 25 g of whey, and it does not count the same way towards a daily protein total. Nor is it an energy product: no stimulant, no carbohydrate in any useful quantity. And if your diet already supplies enough protein, adding EAAs will make no measurable difference — that is the least saleable truth in this category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAMINO 10 or BCAAs?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe question comes up constantly at the counter, and it deserves a clear answer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAAs\u003c\/a\u003e remain a defensible choice in two cases: price, generally lower per kilo, and habit — if you have been taking them for years and the product suits you, nothing obliges you to switch. They provide three amino acids, leucine, valine and isoleucine, often in a 2:1:1 or 8:1:1 ratio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAMINO 10 provides all \u003cstrong\u003enine\u003c\/strong\u003e essential amino acids, including the three BCAAs at a level of 6,260 mg. The difference is not cosmetic: the other six — lysine, threonine, phenylalanine, histidine, methionine, tryptophan — cannot be made by the body either, and complete protein synthesis requires them all. A product that provides only three leaves the rest to your diet. In practice, if you eat enough protein it makes little difference; if you train fasted or in a substantial deficit, a complete EAA has the edge. To cover your basic needs it is, in any case, the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines\"\u003eprotein\u003c\/a\u003e section you should turn to first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between EAAs and BCAAs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBCAAs cover three branched-chain amino acids; EAAs cover nine, the BCAAs included. In this formula, the BCAAs account for 6,260 mg of the 10,000 mg total. The other six essentials complete the profile, which a BCAA on its own does not do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servings are in a tub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe net weight does not appear in the data supplied by the manufacturer, so we cannot work it out. Divide the weight shown on the packaging by 20 g to get the number of servings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you take it on rest days?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer suggests you can, in the morning on an empty stomach, to keep intake regular. Our view is more nuanced: if your diet covers your protein needs, a serving on rest days brings nothing measurable. Save the product for your sessions, that is where it earns its place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is it contraindicated with antidepressants?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the 280 mg of L-tryptophan per serving. Tryptophan is the precursor of serotonin, and supplementing may interact with treatments acting on that pathway. The manufacturer states it explicitly: if you are on that kind of treatment, this product is not for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the powder dissolve well?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the blend is instantised. Untreated free amino acids have a reputation for floating and forming lumps; here, a vigorously shaken shaker is enough. A slight deposit at the bottom of the glass is still possible, with no consequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be mixed with creatine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, without difficulty. The manufacturer states it is compatible with creatine, glutamine or a protein in the same shaker. Just watch the taste: an unflavoured creatine goes down very well, a chocolate protein with a cranberry flavour, far less so.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich flavour should you choose?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe three available are Cranberry, Lime and Raspberry, all in a tart register. That is a coherent choice: acidity covers the natural bitterness of amino acids. Lime is the most refreshing in very cold water, Cranberry the most widely liked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy IO Genix AMINO 10?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe. This is a product on which we readily ask one question before selling: when do you plan to drink it. The answer determines whether it will be useful to you or merely pleasant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn our shop in Vendargues, about ten minutes from Montpellier, the IO Genix range is fully on the shelf, and comparing an EAA label with a BCAA label takes two minutes. The whole section can be browsed from \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"IO.GENIX","offers":[{"title":"Cranberry","offer_id":52419865772359,"sku":"8435569325943","price":25.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Citron-vert","offer_id":52419865805127,"sku":"8435569325936","price":25.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Raspberry","offer_id":52419865837895,"sku":"8435569325905","price":25.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/IO-Genix-AMINO-10-Acides-Amines-Essentiels-Complets-carre.png?v=1788598545"},{"product_id":"trainedbyjp-eaa-hydration-acides-amines-electrolytes","title":"TrainedByJP EAA + Hydration","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is TrainedByJP EAA + Hydration?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrainedByJP EAA + Hydration is a powdered training drink that brings together two things usually sold separately: \u003cstrong\u003ethe nine essential amino acids and an electrolyte complex made up of magnesium, potassium and sodium.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 10 g serving is mixed into 300 to 400 ml of cold water. The 300 g tub covers 30 servings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thinking behind this combination is simple, and rarely put into practice properly. During exercise, two things are lost: water and mineral salts through sweat, and amino acids that the muscle draws on. Most drinks on the market address one or the other; this one takes both in the same scoop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSodium is the most frequently overlooked component of training drinks, and yet it is the first mineral lost in sweat.\u003c\/strong\u003e Here it is present in two forms, sodium bicarbonate and salt, alongside potassium and magnesium. The rest of the British range can be browsed in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/trainedbyjp\"\u003eTrainedByJP\u003c\/a\u003e section, and the other products in this category in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a serving of EAA + Hydration contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComposition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 10 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetail\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEssential amino acid blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eamount not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ethe nine essential amino acids\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLeucine, isoleucine, valine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eamounts not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ethe three BCAAs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLysine, threonine, phenylalanine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eamounts not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMethionine, histidine, tryptophan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eamounts not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eamount not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003emagnesium oxide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotassium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eamount not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epotassium chloride\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eamount not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003esodium bicarbonate and salt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePack size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e300 g, i.e. 30 servings of 10 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe have to be blunt: the manufacturer's documentation discloses no figures at all, neither for the amino acids nor for the electrolytes.\u003c\/strong\u003e We will not invent them, and we will not estimate them from a comparable product. On a drink of this type, the figures are precisely what allows a comparison to be made — the sodium per serving in particular, which determines how genuinely useful the product is on a long session. The values appear on the packaging you will receive, and this page will be updated as soon as the manufacturer sends them to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat we can state is the qualitative composition, and it holds up.\u003c\/strong\u003e All nine essential amino acids are indeed present: leucine, isoleucine, valine, lysine, threonine, phenylalanine, methionine, histidine and tryptophan. That is what sets an EAA formula apart from a BCAA product, which supplies only three of them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the electrolyte side, the three minerals that genuinely matter during exercise are there. \u003cstrong\u003eMagnesium contributes to electrolyte balance, to normal muscle function and to the reduction of tiredness and fatigue\u003c\/strong\u003e; \u003cstrong\u003epotassium contributes to the normal function of the nervous system and to normal muscle function\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are the authorised wordings, provided the amounts reach the required thresholds — which we cannot verify in the absence of figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne formulation caveat is worth flagging: the magnesium is supplied as the \u003cstrong\u003eoxide\u003c\/strong\u003e, the least well absorbed form on the market. It is a common choice in exercise drinks, where magnesium is not the main active ingredient, but do not count on this product to cover a magnesium requirement. A dedicated \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003emagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e, as citrate or bisglycinate, does an altogether different job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients list\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEssential amino acid blend (leucine, isoleucine, valine, lysine, threonine, phenylalanine, methionine, histidine, tryptophan), acidity regulator (citric acid), sodium bicarbonate, flavouring, magnesium oxide, potassium chloride, sweetener (sucralose), salt, colour. List given for the Fizzy Blue Bottles flavour; flavourings and colours vary slightly from one flavour to another.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMade in a facility that handles MILK, SOYA, EGG and GLUTEN. Colours may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take EAA + Hydration?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 to 2 scoops, i.e. 10 to 20 g. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 to 400 ml of cold water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 20 minutes before the session, sipped during exercise, or immediately afterwards. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving per session; can be taken between meals on rest days. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e no set course required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe use that gets the most out of this formula is taking it during exercise, in small sips.\u003c\/strong\u003e That is the only moment when both components are working at once: the amino acids and the minerals you are losing through sweat. On a session longer than sixty minutes, or in hot conditions, that is where this product sets itself apart from a plain tub of EAAs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStart with one scoop. The manufacturer allows for two scoops during intense training, calorie-restricted diets or endurance sports, but there is no reason to start at that dose: assess tolerance and taste first. Then adjust the volume of water to suit how strong you like the flavour — 300 ml gives a bold drink, 400 ml a lighter version for sipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake vigorously until fully dissolved, and drink straight away. The sodium bicarbonate in the formula produces a slight fizz as it dissolves, which is normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA reminder that matters more than the product itself: an electrolyte drink is no substitute for drinking.\u003c\/strong\u003e Minerals are of no use without an adequate fluid intake across the day. This powder combines without any overlap with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/creatine-1\"\u003ecreatine monohydrate\u003c\/a\u003e or, on very long efforts, with a carbohydrate source such as a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cyclic-dextrin\"\u003ecyclic dextrin\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is EAA + Hydration for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed at athletes who sweat heavily: long sessions, overheated gyms, summer training, endurance sports. It is also a good choice for anyone training fasted, since free amino acids require no digestive work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe manufacturer advises against it for pregnant and breastfeeding women\u003c\/strong\u003e, and asks that medical advice be sought first if you are on any medication. The statement about colours — which may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children — is a regulatory warning to be taken seriously: this product is not intended for children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe formula contains \u003cstrong\u003esucralose\u003c\/strong\u003e and colours. If you avoid those ingredients, this is not the right product. Anyone with allergies should note that the facility handles milk, soya, egg and gluten.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat not to expect from it.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is not a pre-workout: there is no caffeine, no stimulant and no carbohydrate, and you will feel no kick from it. It is not a protein substitute: 10 g of powder does not replace 25 g of whey. Nor is it a meaningful source of magnesium, as the oxide is poorly absorbed. And it will not make up for inadequate hydration across the rest of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEAAs on their own, or EAAs with electrolytes?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two sit side by side on the shelf and the difference is not cosmetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard EAA product puts everything into the amino acids, often at higher doses — 12 to 15 g of amino acids per serving on the best-served formulas. If your goal is nutritional, if you train in an air-conditioned gym on hour-long sessions, and you sweat little, that route gives better value per gram of amino acid. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e section also lets you compare with the previous generation of these drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis formula takes a different bet: less concentrated in amino acids, but rounded out with the minerals lost in sweat.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is intended for long efforts, for the heat, for sessions where you genuinely sweat. In that case, it saves buying and mixing two products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen is an electrolyte product on its own enough? If you already comfortably cover your protein needs and your only problem is dehydration. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolytes\u003c\/a\u003e section then offers dedicated formulas, higher in sodium and often cheaper. And if your priority remains muscle mass, the answer is neither one nor the other but a complete \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines\"\u003eprotein\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the exact amounts per serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not disclose them, neither for the amino acids nor for the electrolytes, and we will not invent them. That is a genuine limitation of this page. The values appear on the packaging you will receive; we will update this page as soon as they are sent to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference from BCAAs?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBCAAs supply only three of the nine essential amino acids: leucine, isoleucine and valine. This formula supplies all nine, plus three electrolytes. On paper as in practice, that is a difference in kind and not merely in dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich flavours are available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSour Peach Ring, Fizzy Blue Bottles, Sour Watermelon and Fizzy Cola Bottles. These are confectionery flavours, bold and sharp, which go down well during exercise. The official ingredients list is given for the Fizzy Blue Bottles flavour; flavourings and colours vary slightly across the others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should you drink it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most coherent use is during the session, in small sips, since that is the only moment when amino acids and electrolytes are both working at once. Taking it 15 to 20 minutes beforehand works equally well, particularly for fasted training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs magnesium in the oxide form a good choice?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is the least well absorbed form on the market. It is common in exercise drinks, where magnesium is not the main active ingredient, but do not count on this product to cover a magnesium requirement. A dedicated product as citrate or bisglycinate does an altogether different job.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servings are in the tub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30 servings of 10 g in the 300 g tub. At four sessions a week and one scoop per session, that comes to close to two months. If you move up to two scoops, expect logically half as long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it replace an isotonic drink?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot entirely. An isotonic drink also supplies carbohydrate, which is absent here. This formula covers hydration and amino acids, not fuel. On a long effort, you therefore need to add a separate carbohydrate source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy TrainedByJP EAA + Hydration?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 300 g tub can be ordered from this page, in whichever of the available flavours you prefer, and we ship throughout France and Europe. At the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, it is a product that mainly moves in summer: when it is thirty degrees in the gym, the question of electrolytes stops being theoretical. 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The \u003cstrong\u003e400 g tub covers 20 servings\u003c\/strong\u003e. The flavours listed: Peach Iced Tea and Green Apple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat sets this formula apart from the other \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAAs\u003c\/a\u003e on our shelves is that it does not stop at the nine essential amino acids. It adds three non-essential amino acids — \u003cstrong\u003eL-cysteine, L-tyrosine and L-glycine\u003c\/strong\u003e — twelve in all, plus the trademarked active \u003cstrong\u003eAstraGin®\u003c\/strong\u003e (extracts of \u003cem\u003ePanax notoginseng\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eAstragalus membranaceus\u003c\/em\u003e) and vitamin B6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn important point for some buyers: the formula is \u003cstrong\u003evegan, gluten-free and inulin-free\u003c\/strong\u003e. The amino acids are obtained without any animal-derived raw material, the emulsifier is a sunflower lecithin, and the “inulin-free” wording is aimed at those who find this fibre troublesome. The full German range is in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/esn\"\u003eESN\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a 20 g serving contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAmino acid\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 20 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% NRV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Leucine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,200 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Isoleucine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,600 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Valine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,600 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Lysine, L-Threonine, L-Phenylalanine, L-Histidine, L-Methionine, L-Tryptophan\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epresent, amounts not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eL-Cysteine, L-Tyrosine, L-Glycine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epresent, amounts not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAstraGin®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epresent, amount not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eno NRV\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVitamin B6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003epresent, amount not disclosed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003enot calculable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNet weight: 400 g, or 20 servings of 20 g.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has to be said plainly: \u003cstrong\u003ethe manufacturer publishes only the three BCAAs\u003c\/strong\u003e. The six other essential amino acids, the three added amino acids, AstraGin® and vitamin B6 are listed on the label with no quantity. Of the 20 g of powder, \u003cstrong\u003eonly 6.4 g are quantified\u003c\/strong\u003e; the remainder also includes citric acid, flavouring, sweeteners and colouring. We will not fill those gaps with unverified figures, and we invite you to read the label on the tub you receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA concrete and slightly frustrating consequence: \u003cstrong\u003evitamin B6 is indeed present, but we cannot use the regulatory wording attached to it.\u003c\/strong\u003e Such wording may only be used if the product provides at least 15% of the reference value per portion, that is 0.21 mg. With no declared amount, that threshold cannot be verified, so we refrain. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vitamine-b\"\u003evitamin B\u003c\/a\u003e section offers products with declared doses if that is what you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat is solid is the headline figure: \u003cstrong\u003e3,200 mg of leucine per serving\u003c\/strong\u003e. That is a generous dose, higher than most EAAs on the market, which sit between 2 and 2.5 g. The leucine-isoleucine-valine ratio is 2:1:1, the classic pattern. And histidine really is in the ingredient list, which is not always the case: it is the essential amino acid some formulas leave out because it is expensive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo finish on the regulatory side: \u003cstrong\u003eno health claim is authorised in Europe for free amino acids, nor for astragalus, nor for notoginseng.\u003c\/strong\u003e So you will read nothing here about improved absorption, focus or protein synthesis. We are describing a composition, not an effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take ESN EAA+?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 g, or one and a half scoops. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 ml of cold water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 to 30 minutes before the session, during training, or within the 30 minutes that follow. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving a day, including rest days according to the manufacturer. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e ongoing, as no set course is specified.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFive hundred millilitres is a markedly more generous volume than the shelf average, and that is a good thing: a free-form amino acid powder is acidic and concentrated, and a drink that is too strong becomes unpleasant to finish. The manufacturer's tip is worth trying: \u003cstrong\u003elet it stand for two minutes after mixing\u003c\/strong\u003e, or put the shaker in the freezer for fifteen minutes. On a summer session, it makes a real difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe powder dissolves just as well in cold water as in lukewarm, which is handy in winter — few EAAs can claim as much.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer recommends a daily serving, including on days without training. We will be more measured: \u003cstrong\u003eif your protein intake is already sufficient, a serving on rest days adds nothing that has been demonstrated.\u003c\/strong\u003e Save it for the days when you are genuinely short of a protein meal, and your tub will last twice as long.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pairing advice it gives is, on the other hand, sound: after a long session, combining this drink with a carbohydrate source from the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cyclic-dextrin\"\u003ecyclic dextrin\u003c\/a\u003e section makes sense in terms of refuelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is EAA+ for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is aimed at three profiles. \u003cstrong\u003eVegans\u003c\/strong\u003e first, as the formula contains no ingredient of animal origin. Then those who train \u003cstrong\u003efasted or a long way from a meal\u003c\/strong\u003e, since a milky shake sits badly in that case. And those looking for a well-dosed leucine intake without swallowing a protein powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer declares it \u003cstrong\u003eunsuitable for minors, pregnant women and breastfeeding women\u003c\/strong\u003e. It contains an emulsifier based on \u003cstrong\u003esunflower lecithin\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it is declared gluten-free. Do not exceed the recommended daily serving; store in a dry place, away from heat and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits you less well if you want to compare precisely what you are buying: of 20 g of powder, only 6.4 g are quantified. That is the real limitation of this product, and it weighs against competitors who publish their full profile amino acid by amino acid. It also contains sucralose, acesulfame K and a colouring: this is not a neutral powder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you should not expect from it: \u003cstrong\u003ean EAA does not replace a protein intake\u003c\/strong\u003e. Twenty grams of powder, part of which is flavouring, is not 25 g of complete protein, and the cost per gram is far higher. Nor can we say anything about cysteine, tyrosine, glycine or AstraGin®: with no published amounts and no authorised claim, there is nothing honest to write about them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEAA+ or a plant protein?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a vegan athlete, that is the real trade-off, and it deserves to be set out clearly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/proteines-vegetales\"\u003eplant protein\u003c\/a\u003e provides 20 to 25 g of complete protein per serving, at a cost per gram that bears no comparison. It is the better choice for building a daily protein total, and it is the product to buy first if you are only buying one. Its known weak point is the amino acid profile: pea or rice on its own is limiting in certain amino acids, which blends correct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEAA+ is not playing in that category. Its place is \u003cstrong\u003ethe training drink\u003c\/strong\u003e: clear, tart, with no heaviness, and 3.2 g of leucine. That is something no plant protein does, its texture being thick and its taste earthy. The two complement each other rather than replace each other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf your budget forces a choice, take the protein. And if you are instead torn between this EAA and a product three times cheaper, our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e section offers that option — bearing in mind that you will only find three amino acids out of nine there, which is a real sacrifice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are the amounts of all the amino acids not stated?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the manufacturer publishes only the three BCAAs in the labelling data available to us. The six other essentials, along with cysteine, tyrosine and glycine, appear in the ingredient list with no quantity. We will not invent them: the label on the tub you receive is what counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between 9 and 12 amino acids?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nine essentials are the ones the body does not make. Cysteine, tyrosine and glycine, for their part, are produced by the body — they are formulation additions, not nutrients that must be supplied. No claim is authorised for them, and their presence does not make this formula superior to a well-dosed nine-amino-acid EAA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servings are in the 400 g tub?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwenty, at 20 g per serving, or one and a half scoops. That is a small format compared with most EAAs on the shelf: at one serving a day, it lasts three weeks. Kept for training days only, expect a month to a month and a half.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the formula suitable for vegans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the manufacturer declares it vegan. The amino acids are produced without any animal-derived raw material and the emulsifier is a sunflower lecithin. It is also declared gluten-free and inulin-free, that last point being aimed at those who find this fibre uncomfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is 500 ml of water a lot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause 20 g of free-form amino acids in a small volume make for a very acidic drink that is hard to finish. Five hundred millilitres make the taste pleasant and get you drinking during the session, which is a benefit in its own right. The fifteen-minute trip to the freezer is genuinely worth it in summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould you take it on rest days?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer recommends it; we are more reserved. If your protein intake already covers your needs, an extra serving on days without training brings nothing that has been demonstrated and halves how long your tub lasts. Save it for the days when a protein meal is genuinely missing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeach Iced Tea or Green Apple?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeach Iced Tea is the milder of the two and the easier to drink over 500 ml; Green Apple is distinctly tarter and more refreshing, but also more marked. Both contain sucralose, acesulfame K and a colouring. If you have to finish a large shaker mid-session, the first goes down more easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy ESN EAA+?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe. The 400 g tub with 20 servings is a trial size: three weeks is enough to know whether this drink earns its place in your sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, this is a product we use to show customers how to read an EAA label: look for the leucine, then check whether the other eight carry a figure. Here the leucine is generous and the rest is not — it is a trade-off, and it is for you to say whether it suits you. The rest of the amino acids can be compared in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"ESN","offers":[{"title":"Peach Iced Tea","offer_id":53944302993735,"sku":"4250519683928","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Granny Smith","offer_id":53944303026503,"sku":"4250519683911","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/ESN-EAA-Plus-12-Acides-Amines-Essentiels-AstraGin-Vegan-carre.png?v=1788600128"},{"product_id":"trainedbyjp-hydration-formule-electrolytes-recuperation","title":"TrainedByJP Hydration","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is TBJP Hydration?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrainedByJP Hydration is a powdered \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolyte\u003c\/a\u003e drink, to be diluted, dosed at 10 g per serving. It combines three mineral sources — potassium citrate, magnesium citrate and Himalayan pink salt — with 3 g of taurine, an unusually high amount for this type of product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe principle behind an electrolyte drink is simple: sweat does not just make you lose water, it also carries away sodium, potassium, magnesium and chloride. Drinking plain water after a very sweaty session restores the volume but not the composition. That is what this type of formula sets out to put right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours listed: Melon \u0026amp; Apple, Pineapple \u0026amp; Strawberry and Pink Lemonade. The number of servings per tub is not published by the manufacturer in the information available to us; the packaging carries it. The rest of the range appears in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/trainedbyjp\"\u003eTrainedByJP\u003c\/a\u003e aisle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a 10 g serving contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 10 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRole in the formula\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaurine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSulphur-containing amino acid, found in muscle and the nervous system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTripotassium citrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,160 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotassium salt, citrate form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFructo-oligosaccharides (FOS)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoluble prebiotic fibre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatermelon extract 5:1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConcentrated fruit extract\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium citrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e465 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium salt, citrate form\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHimalayan pink salt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e450 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSource of sodium and chloride\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium chloride\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdditional sodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne important caveat has to be set out right away. \u003cstrong\u003eThe manufacturer declares the weight of the salts, not the amount of mineral they provide.\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,160 mg of potassium citrate is not 1,160 mg of potassium: the citrate accounts for most of the mass. The same goes for the magnesium and for the sodium. Yet on an electrolyte drink, \u003cstrong\u003eit is precisely these elemental values that let you compare one product with another\u003c\/strong\u003e, and they are not published. We are not going to recalculate them in the manufacturer's place: it is a point we have raised, and the label on the tub you receive is what counts. Nor are the energy values disclosed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat said, what is quantified is worth pausing over. \u003cstrong\u003e3 g of taurine per serving is a straightforward dose\u003c\/strong\u003e: that is three times what a can of energy drink contains, and more than most hydration drinks on the market, which often settle for 500 mg to 1 g. Taurine plays a part in the osmotic balance of the muscle cell, that is to say in how much water it holds — which is consistent with the product's positioning. The \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/taurine\"\u003etaurine\u003c\/a\u003e aisle offers it on its own if you want to add some to another base.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice of \u003cstrong\u003ecitrate forms\u003c\/strong\u003e for the potassium and the magnesium is likewise sensible. Citrate is highly soluble, which is essential in a drink, and it is better tolerated digestively than the oxide. On a powder meant to be drunk during exercise, that is not a cosmetic detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e1,000 mg of fructo-oligosaccharides\u003c\/strong\u003e are more debatable in this context: these are prebiotic fibres, which ferment in the colon. At 1 g per serving the effect stays mild, but it is an ingredient you would happily do without in a drink taken during an intense session, particularly if you have a sensitive stomach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLastly, \u003cstrong\u003eno health claim is authorised for taurine, watermelon extract or FOS\u003c\/strong\u003e. Magnesium does have one, provided it is present in a significant amount — which the absence of an elemental value makes impossible to verify here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients list\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaurine, acidity regulator (citric acid), tripotassium citrate, fructo-oligosaccharides, watermelon extract 5:1, magnesium citrate, Himalayan pink salt, acidity regulator (malic acid), flavouring, tricalcium phosphate, anti-caking agent (silicon dioxide), sweetener (sucralose). Suitable for vegetarians and vegans. \u003cstrong\u003eMade in a factory that handles MILK, EGGS, SOYA and GLUTEN.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take TBJP Hydration?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose:\u003c\/strong\u003e one scoop, i.e. 10 g. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 to 350 ml of cool water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e before the session, during training, or straight afterwards. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving per session. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e there is no notion of a course here, use is tied to training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe volume of liquid given produces a fairly concentrated, acidic drink, citric acid and malic acid being at the top of the list after taurine. If you drink it during exercise, \u003cstrong\u003ego up to 500 ml instead\u003c\/strong\u003e: the drink goes down better, it hydrates more, and a less concentrated solution sits more lightly on the stomach when your heart is pounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best slot depends on your situation. As a precaution, a diluted serving drunk in the hour before a session in a hot gym prepares you better than a glass of water downed in the changing room. During exercise, sip it across the whole session rather than swallowing it in one go. Afterwards, taking it mainly serves to restore what has been lost through sweat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product does not provide carbohydrate in any useful amount, which is a deliberate choice. For a long session you therefore need to add an energy source: a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/creme-de-riz\"\u003ecream of rice\u003c\/a\u003e beforehand, or a carbohydrate powder during. In the same way, if you are after an amino acid intake, it pairs happily with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAAs\u003c\/a\u003e in the same shaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA practical point: the powder is hygroscopic, as all electrolyte salts are. Reseal the tub properly and keep it dry, otherwise it will set into a solid block within a few weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is this formula suitable for, and who is it not suitable for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits someone who sweats a lot: training in a gym without air conditioning, sessions of over an hour, endurance sports, or simply summer in the south of France. It is in these situations that mineral losses become real and that an electrolyte drink is of measurable use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt also suits those looking for a sugar-free drink for training: the sweetness comes from sucralose, and the formula provides no carbohydrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is \u003cstrong\u003ecompatible with vegetarian and vegan diets\u003c\/strong\u003e, which the manufacturer states explicitly. On the other hand, it is made in a factory that handles milk, eggs, soya and gluten: in the case of a severe allergy, that point alone rules it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits you less well if you have a sensitive stomach during exercise, because of the 1 g of fructo-oligosaccharides and the acidity of the drink. Nor is it suitable if you are on a low-potassium diet or taking a treatment that acts on blood potassium: in that case the question is one for your doctor, and the absence of published elemental values makes it all the more necessary to show him or her the label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat not to expect from it: \u003cstrong\u003ean electrolyte drink does not improve performance in someone who is properly hydrated.\u003c\/strong\u003e It makes up for losses, it does not create an advantage. If your sessions last forty minutes in an air-conditioned gym, a glass of water does the same job for nothing. And it does not rule out cramp in any guaranteed way: cramp has multiple causes, and putting it down to electrolytes alone is a convenient simplification that we will not be repeating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eElectrolyte drink or a course of magnesium?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth contain magnesium and yet they are made for opposite situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003emagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e supplement is taken every day, at a known dose, over several weeks, to correct an insufficient intake. It is the better choice if you get night cramps, if your diet is low in magnesium, or if you are after an underlying effect. It carries an authorised claim: magnesium contributes to normal muscle function, to the normal functioning of the nervous system and to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTBJP Hydration answers a different logic: a one-off serving, around the session, with sodium and potassium that the daily supplement does not provide. It is the better choice if your problem is sweat, heat or the length of your sessions. It is not a background product, and it does not replace a course.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is nothing to stop you combining the two: magnesium in the evening, the electrolyte drink at training. They overlap only very partially. The full aisle can be compared in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much sodium and potassium per serving?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not publish the elemental mineral amounts, only the weight of the salts: 1,160 mg of potassium citrate, 465 mg of magnesium citrate, 450 mg of pink salt and 100 mg of sodium chloride. Yet it is the elemental values that let you compare two products. The label on the tub you receive is the only reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy 3 g of taurine in a hydration drink?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause taurine plays a part in the osmotic balance of the muscle cell, and therefore in the water it holds. That is consistent with the aim of the product. 3 g is a straightforward dose: three times what a can of energy drink contains, and well above most competing formulas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs there any caffeine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, none at all. The formula contains no stimulant and can therefore be used at any time of day, including for an evening session. Taurine has no stimulant effect in itself, contrary to a widespread idea born of its presence in energy drinks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the product provide carbohydrate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot in any useful amount. This is an electrolyte formula, not an energy drink. For a long session you need to add a separate carbohydrate source. The sweetness comes from sucralose, with no significant calorie contribution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for vegans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the manufacturer states so explicitly, and no ingredient on the list is of animal origin. The point to watch concerns the production factory, which handles milk, eggs, soya and gluten — which is a matter of cross-contamination and not of the formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it prevent cramp?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNobody can guarantee that, and no claim of that kind is authorised. Cramp during exercise has multiple causes: neuromuscular fatigue, dehydration, mineral losses, unsuitable training. Restoring lost electrolytes is reasonable; promising that cramp will disappear is not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much water should you use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer gives 250 to 350 ml for one scoop. In practice, 400 to 500 ml produce a less acidic drink, more pleasant to sip and more hydrating — which remains the primary aim. Adjust it to the length of the session and the ambient heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy TBJP Hydration?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe. At the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, this is a product with a very pronounced season: between June and September, in a region where people train at 30 degrees, it makes sense in a way nobody argues with. In January, in an air-conditioned gym, far less so. The other training drinks can be compared in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/bcaa-eaa\"\u003eBCAA\u003c\/a\u003e aisle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Trained by JP","offers":[{"title":"Melon \u0026 Apple","offer_id":54294394503495,"sku":"PWB-P50012","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pineapple \u0026 Strawberry","offer_id":54294394536263,"sku":"PWB-P50406","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"Pink Lemonade","offer_id":54294394569031,"sku":"PWB-P50407","price":29.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/TrainedByJP-Hydration-Formule-Electrolytes-Recuperation-Sport-carre.png?v=1788604296"},{"product_id":"raw-nutrition-hydration-complexe-electrolytes-performance","title":"Raw Nutrition Hydration","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Raw Nutrition Hydration?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaw Nutrition Hydration is an electrolyte powder to be mixed with water, designed to be drunk during or straight after exercise. One scoop of roughly 6.6 g provides 500 mg of sodium, 150 mg of potassium, 50 mg of magnesium and 500 mg of coconut water powder. There is nothing else in the formula beyond those four inputs, an acidity regulator, a flavouring, a sweetener and an anti-caking agent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo this is a hydration drink, not an energy drink: \u003cstrong\u003eit contains no caffeine, no carbohydrates in any meaningful amount and no amino acids\u003c\/strong\u003e. It does not replace water, it replaces what you lose in the water — that is, the minerals flushed out through sweat. The distinction looks obvious written down like that; it is far less obvious on the shelf, where the two families look much alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRaw Nutrition is an American brand whose remaining range appears in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/raw-nutrition\"\u003eRaw Nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e section. This particular product sits in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolytes\u003c\/a\u003e selection, alongside formulas with more or less sodium depending on the intended use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a dose of Raw Nutrition Hydration contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComposition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 6.6 g scoop\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% NRV\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePotassium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 7.5%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eabout 13%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoconut water powder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNRV not established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended volume of water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd colspan=\"2\"\u003e300 to 450 ml per scoop\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NRV percentages are calculated from the European reference values: 2,000 mg for potassium, 375 mg for magnesium. Sodium has no reference value of that kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe figure that really matters in this formula is the sodium: 500 mg per scoop.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is the mineral you lose most through sweat, by a long way, and it is the one most people never think to replace. For scale, 500 mg of sodium corresponds to roughly 1.25 g of table salt. For an hour-long session in an air-conditioned gym, that is generous. For two hours of running in July in Montpellier, it is reasonable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other two minerals are dosed far more modestly, and it is better said plainly than glossed over: \u003cstrong\u003eat 150 mg of potassium and 50 mg of magnesium, the product stays below the regulatory threshold that would allow it to be called a “source of” either one\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are there to accompany the sodium, not as the main contribution. If what you actually need is magnesium, our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003emagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e section is where to go, with dosages in an entirely different league.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe coconut water powder, at 500 mg, is a supporting and flavouring ingredient. You sometimes read that it amounts to an electrolyte source in its own right: at that quantity, no. The product's minerals come from the added salts — sodium chloride, potassium citrate, magnesium citrate — not from the coconut.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eData missing from the manufacturer's documentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e the energy value per scoop and the number of servings per tub are not disclosed. We will not invent them. The net content is shown on the packaging you receive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients list\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoconut water powder, sodium chloride, potassium citrate, magnesium citrate, citric acid, flavourings, sweetener (sucralose), silicon dioxide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo major allergen is declared as an ingredient. The manufacturer does, however, state that production takes place on equipment that also handles \u003cstrong\u003eMILK\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eSOYA\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eEGGS\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eGLUTEN\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eTREE NUTS\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow should Raw Nutrition Hydration be taken?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDose:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 scoop, roughly 6.6 g. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 to 450 ml of water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e during training, or immediately after exercise. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e depending on the session, one dose per workout. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e the manufacturer sets no course length — this is not a product used as a course, but session by session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShake vigorously until fully dissolved: the salts settle at the bottom of the shaker if you merely stir. The amount of water is a matter of taste, and it changes the result a great deal. At 300 ml, the drink is decidedly salty; at 450 ml, it passes almost for flavoured water. If you are starting out, begin at 450 ml and tighten it up afterwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best way to use it is regular sips through the session rather than a glass downed in one at the end. A bottle prepared in advance and drunk in small amounts does the job better — a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/accessoires\"\u003eshaker or a bottle\u003c\/a\u003e within reach makes more difference than a dose measured to the tenth of a gram.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA common-sense remark, because we are often asked: in cool weather, for an hour of weight training without much sweating, this product is of little use. It comes into its own as soon as the session runs past the hour, the weather is hot, or you come out with a soaked T-shirt and white marks on your skin. Those marks are your 500 mg of sodium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is Raw Nutrition Hydration for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits the endurance runner, the CrossFit athlete, the team-sport player in summer, the cyclist, and anyone who sweats heavily and complains of flat ends to their sessions even though their diet is in order. It also works very well for long fasted sessions, where you want nothing calorific added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not for you if you follow a low-salt diet for medical reasons: \u003cstrong\u003e500 mg of sodium per dose is not a neutral amount\u003c\/strong\u003e, and that question is one for your doctor before you buy, not after. The same applies with treated high blood pressure or known kidney failure. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should seek the advice of a healthcare professional before taking any supplement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNor is it for you if what you are after is energy: there are no carbohydrates and no caffeine here. To sustain a long session energetically, carbohydrates are what you need, over on the side of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/cyclic-dextrin\"\u003ecyclic dextrin\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/maltodextrine\"\u003emaltodextrin\u003c\/a\u003e, and both mix with this powder in the same shaker without any trouble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat not to expect from it: this product will not make you progress, will not burn fat and does not replace the act of drinking. It complements water, it is not a substitute for it. And it will not fix cramps whose cause lies elsewhere — short sleep, a badly judged session, insufficient overall fluid intake across the day. Mineral supplementation is only one of the factors in play.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eElectrolyte powder or EAAs during exercise?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the real decision in this category, and it depends entirely on how long the session is and on what you ate beforehand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn electrolyte powder like this one supplies only minerals and water. It is the better choice when the session is short to medium, when it is hot, when you have eaten within the previous three hours, and when you do not want to add any calories. It is also the simpler choice: one scoop, water, done.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAAs\u003c\/a\u003e provide the essential amino acids and, in many formulas, a little electrolyte content alongside. They are the better choice for a long fasted session, early in the morning, or when your last meal was five or six hours ago. Some formulas in fact combine both functions, and they save you stacking two powders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are torn, the question to ask yourself is not “which is better” but “what am I short of during this particular session”. You are sweating and you are well fed: electrolytes. You have been training fasted for a long stretch: EAAs, or both together. And for very long efforts, neither one removes the need for carbohydrates, which are to be found over on the side of \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/boisson-energisante\"\u003eenergy drinks\u003c\/a\u003e and carbohydrate powders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much sodium per dose, and is that a lot?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e500 mg of sodium per 6.6 g scoop, the equivalent of roughly 1.25 g of salt. It is a solid dose, matched to genuine sweating. For a short session with little sweat, it is more than you need; for two hours in high summer, it is consistent with the losses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan you drink it outside of sessions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer positions the product during or after exercise. Nothing stops you drinking it in very hot weather outside of sport, but that is not its intended use, and your sodium intake still bears watching if you already get plenty of it from food.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it replace water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and that is the most common confusion. The powder is diluted in water: it adds minerals to your hydration, it does not replace it. Your requirements in terms of volume of water stay exactly the same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any carbohydrates or caffeine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeither one. The formula consists of mineral salts, coconut water powder, an acidity regulator, a flavouring, sucralose and an anti-caking agent. No stimulant, which makes it usable in the evening with no consequences for sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs 50 mg of magnesium enough?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot if your aim is a magnesium intake. At 50 mg, you are at about 13% of the nutrient reference value, below the threshold that would qualify the product as a source of magnesium. This magnesium accompanies the sodium, it does not replace it as a selling point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be mixed with other powders?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, with no particular difficulty alongside carbohydrates or amino acids in the same shaker. Just avoid adding a protein to it: the mix turns thick and unpleasant to drink during exercise, and that is not the moment of the day for it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for vegetarians and vegans?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo ingredient of animal origin appears in the list. The manufacturer does not, however, explicitly claim vegan status, and manufacturing takes place on equipment that handles milk and eggs among other things. If the requirement is strict, the label on the tub you receive is what counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy Raw Nutrition Hydration?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product can be ordered from this page, and we ship anywhere in France and Europe. At the Vendargues shop, around ten minutes from Montpellier, this is the powder we bring out as soon as the thermometer passes thirty degrees and a customer describes flat ends to their sessions for no apparent reason: nine times out of ten, the answer lies in sodium, not in another booster. The rest of the range can be browsed in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/nutrition-sportive\"\u003esports nutrition\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Raw Nutrition","offers":[{"title":"Blue Raspberry","offer_id":54294432186695,"sku":"810193920333","price":32.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/9467\/9111\/files\/RAW-Nutrition-Hydration-Complexe-Electrolytes-Performance-carre.png?v=1788603287"},{"product_id":"io-genix-hydra-train-complexe-hydratation-acides-amines","title":"IO Genix Hydra Train","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is IO Genix Hydra Train?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIO Genix Hydra Train is a powder for dilution that combines two approaches rarely brought together: an \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/electrolytes\"\u003eelectrolyte\u003c\/a\u003e drink and an amino acid supply. A 6.5 g serving provides 2 g of alanyl-glutamine blend, 1 g of taurine, 1 g of D-ribose and 1 g of coconut water powder, with zinc, magnesium, sodium and chloride to round it off.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe daily amount set by the manufacturer is \u003cstrong\u003etwo servings, that is 13 g per day\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is worth noting straight away, because every figure on the label exists in two versions depending on whether you are talking about one serving or the full day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours listed: Mango and Cherry-Cola. The number of servings per tub is not published by the manufacturer in the information available to us. The rest of the Spanish range can be found in our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/gammes-io-genix\"\u003eIO Genix\u003c\/a\u003e section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat does a 6.5 g serving contain?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComposition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer 6.5 g serving\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePer day (2 servings)\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e% NRV per day\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlanyl-glutamine blend\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which L-alanine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eof which L-glutamine KYOWA QUALITY®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTaurine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eD-RIBOSE®\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoconut water powder (\u003cem\u003eCocos nucifera L.\u003c\/em\u003e)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2,000 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot established\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChloride\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200.4 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e400.8 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50.1%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSodium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e129.84 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e259.68 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eZinc\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.5 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e26.6%\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not publish the energy values or the macronutrients of its product in the information available to us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe most important figure in this table is not an amino acid, it is the zinc.\u003c\/strong\u003e At two servings a day you reach 15 mg, which is 150% of the reference value — and that is exactly the daily ceiling set in France for food supplements. The direct and very practical consequence: \u003cstrong\u003eif you already take a \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/zinc\"\u003ezinc\u003c\/a\u003e supplement, a ZMA or a multivitamin, you will go over that ceiling without noticing\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is not a detail, and nobody flags it on this kind of product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003ealanyl-glutamine blend\u003c\/strong\u003e is where the formula is genuinely original. Free glutamine is not very stable in solution; combined with alanine, it forms a dipeptide that holds up better in a liquid and therefore lends itself to a drink prepared in advance. It is a technical choice consistent with the intended use — a bottle you sip over an hour — rather than a marketing argument. Our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/glutamine\"\u003eglutamine\u003c\/a\u003e section offers the free form for those who prefer it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e100 mg of magnesium per day\u003c\/strong\u003e covers a quarter of the reference value, which allows an authorised claim: \u003cstrong\u003emagnesium contributes to normal muscle function, to electrolyte balance and to a reduction of tiredness and fatigue.\u003c\/strong\u003e Zinc, at 15 mg, contributes to normal protein synthesis and to the normal function of the immune system. These are the only two ingredients in the formula that carry claims: neither taurine, nor glutamine, nor D-ribose, nor coconut water has any.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne point of composition to know before buying: \u003cstrong\u003ethe formula contains the colours E110 and E122\u003c\/strong\u003e, for which a regulatory statement applies — “may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children”. The manufacturer displays it, and that is to its credit. If azo dyes bother you, that is a legitimate reason to choose otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients list\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaurine, D-RIBOSE® powder, coconut water powder (\u003cem\u003eCocos nucifera L.\u003c\/em\u003e), alanyl-glutamine blend (L-alanine and L-glutamine KYOWA QUALITY®), anti-caking agent (silicon dioxide), sodium chloride, flavouring, acidity regulator (citric acid), zinc picolinate, magnesium DL-malate PAUL LOHMANN®, sweeteners (sucralose and acesulfame K) and colours (E110, E122). \u003cstrong\u003eMay contain traces of GLUTEN (WHEAT, OATS), NUTS, PEANUTS, EGGS, MILK, FISH and SOYA.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow do you take Hydra Train?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing:\u003c\/strong\u003e one scoop, that is 6.5 g. \u003cstrong\u003eLiquid:\u003c\/strong\u003e around 400 ml of water. \u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e one serving in the morning, one during training. \u003cstrong\u003eFrequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e two servings a day, without exceeding 13 g. \u003cstrong\u003eDuration:\u003c\/strong\u003e the manufacturer explicitly limits consumption to a few weeks or a few months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe stated 400 ml is not a suggestion: at that volume the drink stays light and is easy to sip without sitting heavily, which is exactly the use intended during a session. More concentrated, it turns acidic and becomes less pleasant to drink over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two slots, morning and training, follow a logic. In the morning, the serving acts as a baseline intake; during the session, it makes up for sweat losses as they occur. If you are not training that day, a single serving is more than enough — and it halves your zinc intake, which is rather a good thing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNever exceed 13 g per day.\u003c\/strong\u003e The manufacturer states this, and the reason is the zinc: at three servings you would be at 22.5 mg a day, well above the French ceiling for a food supplement. This is not a commercial constraint, it is a safety marker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drink can be prepared well in advance, which is precisely the point of the alanyl-glutamine dipeptide: a bottle filled in the morning will keep until the evening session without the glutamine degrading the way the free form would.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is Hydra Train for, and who is it not for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits someone who trains for a long time or in the heat, and who wants a single drink rather than two: electrolytes and amino acids in the same shaker. That is a real gain in simplicity for anyone already stacking three products around a session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe product is \u003cstrong\u003efor adults only\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cstrong\u003ePregnant or breastfeeding women\u003c\/strong\u003e should consult a healthcare professional before any use. The manufacturer also specifies that \u003cstrong\u003econsumption should be limited to a few weeks or a few months\u003c\/strong\u003e — a rare and honest statement, consistent with the daily zinc load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is not for you if you already take zinc elsewhere, for the reason explained above. Nor is it for you if you avoid azo dyes: E110 and E122 are present, along with the regulatory statement that goes with them. Finally, it is made in a facility handling gluten, nuts, peanuts, eggs, milk, fish and soya: in the case of a severe allergy, that alone rules it out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat not to expect from it: this is not an energy drink. It does not provide carbohydrates in any useful amount, and over a long session you need to add a source of energy alongside it. Nor is it a substitute for \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/eaa\"\u003eEAA\u003c\/a\u003e: 2 g of glutamine and 2 g of alanine a day do not cover the spectrum of essential amino acids and do not have the same effect on protein synthesis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHydra Train or a plain electrolyte drink?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe question comes up because the product costs more than a standard electrolyte formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA plain electrolyte drink focuses on sodium, potassium and magnesium. It is the better choice if your problem is strictly sweat: sessions in a hot gym, endurance sports, summer. It costs less per serving, it can be taken without any limit on duration, and it provides neither zinc nor amino acids that you may not need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHydra Train adds a layer: amino acids, D-ribose, zinc at a proper dose. It is the better choice if you are looking to consolidate several products into one, and if you accept the constraint of the zinc ceiling. Its other strength is the alanyl-glutamine dipeptide, more stable in solution than free glutamine — which genuinely matters for a drink prepared in advance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it is taurine alone that interests you, our \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/taurine\"\u003etaurine\u003c\/a\u003e section offers it dosed separately, and pairing it with \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/magnesium\"\u003emagnesium\u003c\/a\u003e as a course often works out cheaper for a comparable result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many servings per day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo, that is 13 g in total, and the manufacturer asks that you do not exceed this amount. The reason is the zinc: two servings provide 15 mg, which is the French daily ceiling for a food supplement. A third serving would take you above it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be taken alongside another zinc supplement?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, not without doing the arithmetic. Two servings already take up all the available room. If you take a ZMA, a multivitamin or a standalone zinc, cut down to one serving a day or space the intakes out. Excess zinc over a long period ends up degrading copper status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the alanyl-glutamine blend?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a dipeptide, that is two amino acids bonded together: L-alanine and L-glutamine. That bond makes glutamine far more stable in solution than its free form, which degrades in a liquid. It is what allows the drink to be prepared in advance without losing the ingredient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the product contain carbohydrates?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manufacturer does not publish energy values or macronutrients. Given the composition, the carbohydrate content is very low: this is not an energy drink. For a long session, you need to add a separate source of carbohydrates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy are there colours in the formula?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the colour of the flavours. These are E110 and E122, two azo dyes authorised in Europe but subject to a mandatory statement regarding activity and attention in children. The manufacturer displays it. If these additives bother you, that is an entirely reasonable basis for choosing otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan it be taken continuously all year round?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the manufacturer explicitly limits consumption to a few weeks or a few months. That is a rare and coherent statement: at 15 mg of zinc a day without a break, a regular pause is more sensible than permanent use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for vegetarians?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo ingredient on the list is of animal origin, glutamine and alanine being obtained by fermentation. The manufacturer does not, however, explicitly claim vegetarian status, and the production facility handles milk, eggs and fish. The label on the tub you receive is what counts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere can you buy IO Genix Hydra Train?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flavours can be ordered from this page, and we ship throughout France and Europe. At the Vendargues shop, about ten minutes from Montpellier, this is a product in front of which we always ask what else the customer is taking: with a formula providing 15 mg of zinc a day, the question is far from trivial, and it sometimes changes the answer. 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