Essential amino acid supplement suitable for adult athletes who train intensively.
The essential amino acids contribute to meeting protein / nitrogen requirements.
In addition, they also include branched chain amino acids (BCAA) suitable for supplementing an athlete’s diet.
They are part of the category of all the essential amino acids that the human body is not able to produce (synthesise) for itself in the right quantities and therefore have to be supplemented in the diet.
During particularly intense and prolonged muscular exercise a negative balance of nitrogen is created, due to the use of amino acids for energy.
Therefore taking a supplement containing amino acids within 24-48 hours of intense training sessions seems effective in promoting recovery.




Siltone (verified owner) –
I was so disappointed when I tried to place a repeat order for this product in early May, only to find out that it was out of stock – which meant I had to temporarily source another brand. Anyway, I’m very pleased that it’s available again – and that I can finally write my review…..
Like many guys out there, I was initially confused about BCAA’s (Branched Chain Amino Acids) and EAA’s (Essential Amino Acids). If you read fitness/bodybuilding magazines, peruse various nutrition supplement websites or watch ‘professional’ bodybuilders on YouTube, you will get conflicting messages about the potential benefits of supplementing your diet with BCAA’s or EAA’s. Some will tell you BCAA’s alone are best – while others will swear by EAA’s. The bottom line is that it’s all to do with marketing. Many of those individuals/companies are really only serving their own interests and are out there to line their pockets with your hard-earned cash. So, who do you trust and what amino supplements should you invest in? To come up with some definitive answers, I decided to do my own research. Here’s what I concluded…..
Essential Amino Acids (EAA’s) are called “essential” because the body cannot make them; they must be obtained from food and/or supplement sources. Many of us don’t eat enough EAA-rich foods, and many more don’t absorb or utilize them well. As we age, the body’s ability to extract the maximum nutrients from any protein source decline; and the excess calories in this protein can end up being be stored as fat.
There are eight Essential Amino Acids:
Methionine
Lysine
Phenylalanine
Threonine
Tryptophan
Leucine (Branched Chain)
Isoleucine (Branched Chain)
Valine (Branched Chain)
Because the three BCAA’s are the most important for energy production and muscle metabolism, they have been heavily promoted in the bodybuilding industry and there is no doubt that taking a BCAA product can be beneficial. However, my understanding (from reading scientific data) is that you really need all eight amino acids to receive the most benefit. Just taking a BCAA supplement would be like picking a football side consisting of just your two best strikers and a goalie. You may think these positions are the most important ones – but you’re unlikely to win a game without the rest of the team! In other words, it makes sense to take the eight EAA’s (which include those three BCAA’s).
While bodybuilders have popularised the use of EAA’s for muscular growth and maintenance, anyone can benefit from their use. EAA’s stimulate the production of cellular energy and promote cellular repair. They initiate the creation of the critical enzymes necessary for healthy (and complete) digestion. They are especially important for those who cope with any form of physical or mental stress including intensive training, injury, or surgery.
Because the effects of EAA’s have been well-studied, they offer several, scientifically-proven benefits:
EAA’s prevent muscular breakdown during periods of intense physical and mental stress.
EAA’s improve, enhance and protect the mitochondria, our cells’ energy factories.
EAA’s can curb hunger and improve metabolism.
It seems to me that, regardless of our age or level of athletic ability, we all need EAA’s to look, feel, and perform at our very best.
By the way, I always look long and hard at the products available on Muscle Supplements before making my choice. I chose this Love Life brand based on the quality of its ingredients, the fact that it contains those eight EAA’s, the advantage of it being far quicker to digest than a food protein source and the competitive price. So, I highly recommend this product. Oh, and if you thought this review was useful to you, please click the ‘helpful’ button below – many thanks.
Saffland (verified owner) –
I had seen EAA products combined with this and that for up to hundreds of pounds so when I saw this I knew it was the right thing for me. The essential aminos without extra, sometimes superfluous, stuff and affordable. can’t ask for anything more and if I need additional supplements I can organise that myself. i don’t need to spend way over the odds “just in case”. I highly recommend!
Siltone (verified owner) –
I was so disappointed when I tried to place a repeat order for this product in early May, only to find out that it was out of stock – which meant I had to temporarily source another brand. Anyway, I’m very pleased that it’s available again – and that I can finally write my review…..
Like many guys out there, I was initially confused about BCAA’s (Branched Chain Amino Acids) and EAA’s (Essential Amino Acids). If you read fitness/bodybuilding magazines, peruse various nutrition supplement websites or watch ‘professional’ bodybuilders on YouTube, you will get conflicting messages about the potential benefits of supplementing your diet with BCAA’s or EAA’s. Some will tell you BCAA’s alone are best – while others will swear by EAA’s. The bottom line is that it’s all to do with marketing. Many of those individuals/companies are really only serving their own interests and are out there to line their pockets with your hard-earned cash. So, who do you trust and what amino supplements should you invest in? To come up with some definitive answers, I decided to do my own research. Here’s what I concluded…..
Essential Amino Acids (EAA’s) are called “essential” because the body cannot make them; they must be obtained from food and/or supplement sources. Many of us don’t eat enough EAA-rich foods, and many more don’t absorb or utilize them well. As we age, the body’s ability to extract the maximum nutrients from any protein source decline; and the excess calories in this protein can end up being be stored as fat.
There are eight Essential Amino Acids:
Methionine
Lysine
Phenylalanine
Threonine
Tryptophan
Leucine (Branched Chain)
Isoleucine (Branched Chain)
Valine (Branched Chain)
Because the three BCAA’s are the most important for energy production and muscle metabolism, they have been heavily promoted in the bodybuilding industry and there is no doubt that taking a BCAA product can be beneficial. However, my understanding (from reading scientific data) is that you really need all eight amino acids to receive the most benefit. Just taking a BCAA supplement would be like picking a football side consisting of just your two best strikers and a goalie. You may think these positions are the most important ones – but you’re unlikely to win a game without the rest of the team! In other words, it makes sense to take the eight EAA’s (which include those three BCAA’s).
While bodybuilders have popularised the use of EAA’s for muscular growth and maintenance, anyone can benefit from their use. EAA’s stimulate the production of cellular energy and promote cellular repair. They initiate the creation of the critical enzymes necessary for healthy (and complete) digestion. They are especially important for those who cope with any form of physical or mental stress including intensive training, injury, or surgery.
Because the effects of EAA’s have been well-studied, they offer several, scientifically-proven benefits:
EAA’s prevent muscular breakdown during periods of intense physical and mental stress.
EAA’s improve, enhance and protect the mitochondria, our cells’ energy factories.
EAA’s can curb hunger and improve metabolism.
It seems to me that, regardless of our age or level of athletic ability, we all need EAA’s to look, feel, and perform at our very best.
By the way, I always look long and hard at the products available on Muscle Supplements before making my choice. I chose this Love Life brand based on the quality of its ingredients, the fact that it contains those eight EAA’s, the advantage of it being far quicker to digest than a food protein source and the competitive price. So, I highly recommend this product. Oh, and if you thought this review was useful to you, please click the ‘helpful’ button below – many thanks.
Oliver Richardson (verified owner) –
Easier to swallow than I thought. I take 5 tablets with a green tea in the morning 30mins before the gym.
May have been an improvement in my output and recovery but I’ll admit its been a little difficult to tell as have had a knee injury so haven’t been doing heavy legs. But I did a lot of research at the time into this product and similar before purchasing and the science seemed pretty strong (blended like PerfectAmino) so will trust its benefiting me and as I have had no adverse effects will continue to use happily if the price stays reasonable.
Brian Booth (verified owner) –
I ordered these as I can’t stand the taste of EAA powder. I find the tablets easy to swallow and although you can still taste them when in the mouth it soon fades once swallowed.
I use them for fasted morning workouts to prevent catabolism and keep energy levels up. I take 5 before workout and 5 after. If anything I find I have more energy with these than I did with the powder (probably because I take more).
Siltone (verified owner) –
I was so disappointed when I tried to place a repeat order for this product in early May, only to find out that it was out of stock – which meant I had to temporarily source another brand. Anyway, I’m very pleased that it’s available again – and that I can finally write my review…..
Like many guys out there, I was initially confused about BCAA’s (Branched Chain Amino Acids) and EAA’s (Essential Amino Acids). If you read fitness/bodybuilding magazines, peruse various nutrition supplement websites or watch ‘professional’ bodybuilders on YouTube, you will get conflicting messages about the potential benefits of supplementing your diet with BCAA’s or EAA’s. Some will tell you BCAA’s alone are best – while others will swear by EAA’s. The bottom line is that it’s all to do with marketing. Many of those individuals/companies are really only serving their own interests and are out there to line their pockets with your hard-earned cash. So, who do you trust and what amino supplements should you invest in? To come up with some definitive answers, I decided to do my own research. Here’s what I concluded…..
Essential Amino Acids (EAA’s) are called “essential” because the body cannot make them; they must be obtained from food and/or supplement sources. Many of us don’t eat enough EAA-rich foods, and many more don’t absorb or utilize them well. As we age, the body’s ability to extract the maximum nutrients from any protein source decline; and the excess calories in this protein can end up being be stored as fat.
There are eight Essential Amino Acids:
Methionine
Lysine
Phenylalanine
Threonine
Tryptophan
Leucine (Branched Chain)
Isoleucine (Branched Chain)
Valine (Branched Chain)
Because the three BCAA’s are the most important for energy production and muscle metabolism, they have been heavily promoted in the bodybuilding industry and there is no doubt that taking a BCAA product can be beneficial. However, my understanding (from reading scientific data) is that you really need all eight amino acids to receive the most benefit. Just taking a BCAA supplement would be like picking a football side consisting of just your two best strikers and a goalie. You may think these positions are the most important ones – but you’re unlikely to win a game without the rest of the team! In other words, it makes sense to take the eight EAA’s (which include those three BCAA’s).
While bodybuilders have popularised the use of EAA’s for muscular growth and maintenance, anyone can benefit from their use. EAA’s stimulate the production of cellular energy and promote cellular repair. They initiate the creation of the critical enzymes necessary for healthy (and complete) digestion. They are especially important for those who cope with any form of physical or mental stress including intensive training, injury, or surgery.
Because the effects of EAA’s have been well-studied, they offer several, scientifically-proven benefits:
EAA’s prevent muscular breakdown during periods of intense physical and mental stress.
EAA’s improve, enhance and protect the mitochondria, our cells’ energy factories.
EAA’s can curb hunger and improve metabolism.
It seems to me that, regardless of our age or level of athletic ability, we all need EAA’s to look, feel, and perform at our very best.
By the way, I always look long and hard at the products available on Muscle Supplements before making my choice. I chose this Love Life brand based on the quality of its ingredients, the fact that it contains those eight EAA’s, the advantage of it being far quicker to digest than a food protein source and the competitive price. So, I highly recommend this product. Oh, and if you thought this review was useful to you, please click the ‘helpful’ button below – many thanks.
Yusuf (Smiley) Yearwood (verified owner) –
Great for keeping your intake of protein up without the hassle of the protein shake, which often comes with bloating and gas. If you are eating healthily and don’t want to to take on huge amounts of protein through food then this is an excellent option and is recommended by Tim Ferriss in the Four Hour Body
Conor Archer (verified owner) –
Once you get past the taste (probs can’t be helped) these little suppliments are essential in my diet now. I think a lot of people don’t realise you NEED these EAA’s to get any sort of gain in the gym. They are vital. Coming from a biochemist like myself i find it crazy how You see all these BCAA suppliments everyone buys which do nothing if u dont have EAA’s and yet its hard to find a good EAA sup. These have BCAA’s in them too!! I take 6 a day. I wanted to see if they worked so i did a month with a strict workout plan and normal diet then started using these. My first month w/o the aminos i barely gained 3kg with the EAA’s i gained 9kg and improved my bench by 25kg in 1 month! I reccomend these to everyone i meet and will continue to use them they are amazing with a great AA profile!
Melvyn J. Branson (verified owner) –
It’s a big pot!! I purchased this product after reading the research about how as we age our body doesn’t produce the amino acids to metabolise protein into muscle this research also shows evidence of reducing belly fat using these amino acids. It seems to be working my diabetes is und control and I am losing belly fat and weight. NHS is good but we are responsible for our own bodies, what we eat etc. High quality supplements included.
Bob (verified owner) –
I became interested in EAAs after hearing Ben Greenfield interview Dr David Minkoff on the subject, so I looked around for a formula with an optimal amino acid ratio and found these. I like to use them a couple of hours before properly breaking my intermittent fasts, as they apparently have very little impact on blood sugar. They definitely increase my energy levels and general sense of well-being. It’s not surprising when you consider that they contain the building blocks for an array of neurotransmitters and hormones, not just those needed to build muscle, etc.
They’re relatively easy to swallow and decent value for money, so I’ll be ordering again.