Amino Acids: The Building Blocks for Health

Amino acids provide benefits for not only sports nutrition, but immune and cognitive health, as well.

Courtney Johnson, Courtney Johnson

November 16, 2017

1 Min Read
Amino Acids: The Building Blocks for Health

Amino acids are important for muscle health, but also play a part in immune and cognitive health. Delivery systems for amino acids include powders and ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages. However, essential amino acids—leucine, isoleucine and valine—cannot be synthesized, therefore must be supplied via the diet.

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