Muscle for an Active Life

Boost muscle protein balance by increasing anabolism and limiting catabolism.

Amino9® is composed of a unique, clinically-substantiated blend of the nine essential amino acids. It is designed to help bodybuilders, athletes, and anyone looking to build muscle improve their strength and body composition. Amino9® has been clinically shown to boost muscle protein balance by increasing anabolism (muscle building) and limiting catabolism (muscle breakdown).

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Applications

Add-to-Coffee

Add-to-Collagen

Add-to-Greens/Reds

Intra-Workout

Pre-Workout

Recovery

RTD

Benefits

Our EEAs been have shown to stimulate muscle protein synthesis (MPS) as much as whey protein (1) and activate MPS with a lower insulin spike than whey protein(2). They stimulate more MPS balance than BCAAs alone* and have a lower cost-per-dose than whey protein.

Recovery

Muscle

Organoleptics & Features

Some bitterness from the leucine. Dissolves clearly in water with shaker. Easy to flavor/sweeten with sucralose; difficult with Stevia.

Features

Fast-acting, free-form EAAs
Easy to flavor and sweeten
Stable in Ready-To-Drink beverages
Easily soluble and dissolves clearly in water
Easy on the stomach—no bloating
No lactose (dairy-free)
Gluten free; allergen-free
Vegan
Low calorie

Science

Efficacy

Mechanism of Action

References

The three branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) are in EAAs. While BCAAs alone were shown to stimulate 22% more MPS than placebo, complementing them with all EAAs had a 50% better MPS than BCAAs alone.

EAAs have been shown to stimulate as much MPS as whey protein¹
EAAs activate MPS with a lower insulin spike than whey protein²
EAAs may have a lower cost-per-dose than whey protein

Bottom line: EAA availability is the rate-limiting factor for stimulating maximal MPS response to resistance exercise when there already enough Leucine to “trigger” mTOR.

Taking Leucine itself starts the anabolic engine, but it’s the other amino acids that make the car actually move. While the BCAAs take the car down the track a quarter mile, it’s the EAAs that take the car miles down the track fast and efficiently. EAAs are high-octane fuel for athletes who truly want the best.

Muscle Protein Synthesis – Muscle Breakdown = Net Muscle Protein Balance

The difference between muscle building (anabolism) and muscle breakdown (catabolism) is called Net Protein Balance (NPB). A high NPB indicates you’re building muscle. Amino9® has been clinically shown to boost muscle protein balance by increasing anabolism and limiting catabolism.

1 Wilkinson et. al. 2017, Effects of leucine-enriched essential amino acid and whey protein bolus dosing upon skeletal muscle protein synthesis at rest and after exercise in older women.

2 Bukhari et. al. 2015, Intake of low-dose leucine-rich essential amino acids stimulate muscle anabolism equivalently to bolus whey protein in older women at rest and after exercise.

* Jackman et. al. 2017, Branched-Chain Amino Acid Ingestion Stimulates Muscle Myofibrillar Protein Synthesis following Resistance Exercise in Humans.

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FAQ

What is Amino9®?

Amino9® is a leucine-enhanced essential amino acid (EAA) blend designed to support muscle protein synthesis (MPS), muscle maintenance and recovery. It contains all nine essential amino acids, giving the body the key amino acid building blocks it cannot make on its own.

Is Amino9® an EAA supplement?

Yes. Amino9® is an essential amino acid (EAA) ingredient that contains all nine EAAs: leucine, isoleucine, valine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan and histidine. This full EAA profile makes it a more complete amino acid option than BCAAs alone.

Does Amino9® contain BCAAs?

Yes. Amino9® contains BCAAs because the three branched-chain amino acids, leucine, isoleucine and valine, are part of the nine essential amino acids. Amino9® goes beyond BCAAs by also supplying the other six EAAs needed to support a complete muscle protein synthesis response.

Is Amino9® vegan?

Yes. Amino9® is vegan. It is also dairy-free, lactose-free, gluten free and allergen-free, making it a strong fit for plant-based, active lifestyle and modern sports nutrition formulas.

Does Amino9® contain any animal by-products?

No. Amino9® does not contain animal by-products. It is not a whey protein, collagen protein or animal-derived protein ingredient, which makes it useful for vegan and dairy-free muscle support products.

What is the dosage for Amino9®?

The Amino9® dosage depends on the finished product format, formula goals and serving size. For finished products that include Amino9®, users should follow the serving instructions on the product label. For brands, the right use level should be confirmed based on the application, whether it is a pre-workout, intra-workout, recovery drink, RTD, greens formula or collagen add-in.

Can Amino9® supplement protein?

Yes. Amino9® can help supplement protein intake by providing all nine essential amino acids in a low-calorie, easy-to-use format. This makes it a strong fit for formulas designed to support muscle maintenance, recovery and active lifestyles without the calories, volume or dairy concerns of a traditional protein shake.

Does Amino9® help with recovery?

Yes. Amino9® supports recovery by supplying the essential amino acids involved in muscle protein synthesis and net protein balance. By helping support muscle building while limiting muscle breakdown, Amino9® can fit well in recovery, intra-workout and active lifestyle formulas.

How do I know if I need more essential amino acids?

You may need more essential amino acid support if your protein intake is low, your appetite is reduced, you follow a restrictive diet, you train consistently or you are focused on maintaining muscle. Amino9® can help fill that gap by providing all nine EAAs in a convenient format, but anyone concerned about a true nutrient deficiency should talk with a qualified healthcare professional.

Can women take EAAs?

Yes. Women can take EAAs. Amino9® is designed to support muscle protein synthesis, muscle maintenance and recovery for active adults, including women who strength train, do cardio, follow lower-calorie routines or want to support lean muscle as they age.