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Amino acids

Amino acids are the foundation of the human body and the building blocks of all proteins. Without them, muscle growth, regeneration, and fat burning are impossible. Especially for athletes and active individuals, the amount obtained through a normal diet is often insufficient to meet their increased needs. Discover our huge selection of amino acid supplements and give your body exactly the nutrients it needs for peak athletic performance!

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About Amino acids

Amino acids are often called the "building blocks of life," and for good reason. If you imagine a protein molecule as a long string of pearls, then the amino acids are the individual pearls. The human body needs 20 different so-called "proteinogenic" amino acids to build and repair tissues, organs, enzymes, hormones, and especially muscle mass. When we eat protein-rich foods like meat, eggs, or lentils, our digestive system breaks these proteins down into individual amino acids so the body can use them wherever it needs them. In sports, especially in strength and endurance training, the need for these vital building blocks increases dramatically. Because isolated amino acids, when taken as dietary supplements, don't require extensive digestion, they are available to the body extremely quickly and can directly exert their anabolic or anti-catabolic effects.

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What exactly are amino acids?

Amino acids are organic compounds and the fundamental building blocks of all proteins in the body. There are 20 proteinogenic (protein-building) amino acids that your body needs to build muscle tissue, skin, hair, hormones, and enzymes. Eight of these are essential, meaning you must obtain them through food or supplements.
Do I need amino acids if I'm already drinking protein powder?

Yes, that can definitely be beneficial. While whey protein consists of amino acids, it first needs to be broken down and digested by the body (which takes approximately 45 to 90 minutes). Isolated amino acids (e.g., as EAA powder or BCAA capsules) are available to the bloodstream and muscles within minutes. This is an unbeatable advantage, especially around workouts (pre- and intra-workout).
Do amino acids help with weight loss?

Indirectly, yes! Amino acids themselves don't burn fat, but they are the best way to protect your muscles during a diet. In a calorie deficit, the body tends to break down muscle tissue for energy. Amino acids (especially BCAAs) protect muscles from this breakdown. Since muscles burn calories even at rest, this helps maintain your basal metabolic rate and burn more fat in the long run. Furthermore, free amino acids are extremely low in calories.
Do amino acids have any side effects?

Free amino acids are natural building blocks of food and, when consumed within the recommended daily allowance, are completely safe and free of side effects. If massively excessive doses are taken (which offers no athletic benefit), mild gastrointestinal discomfort may occur. As is generally the case with a high-protein diet, individuals with impaired kidney function should consult their doctor before taking them.

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