Comparing Essential Amino Acids, BCAAs & Protein Powders For Muscle & Repair

Angelo Keely

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Today we meet Angelo Keely to discuss the importance of protein and amino acids for women and longevity. EEAs (Essential Amino Acids) are the most important for building muscle, healthy aging and just about every function in our body. 

Angelo is the co-founder and CEO of Kion. He leads the supplement and functional food company Kion, dedicated to helping people fully experience a fun and active life by providing pure, energy-enhancing solutions. 

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We cover: 

  • What are EAAs and what are they for?

  • How do we typically get amino acids in our diet?

  • Why are certain protein sources better than others?

  • What if you struggle eating the recommended amount of protein?

  • Are EAAs a “luxury”? Can we get EEAs from meat, dairy and other protein sources?

  • How does an EAA supplement compare to BCAAs, whey protein, beef, spirulina, collagen and creatine for hypertrophy?

  • How digestion of protein changes with age and menopause

  • How protein digestion differs from protein utilization

  • What is the right proportion of EAA for the most optimal benefits

  • What to look out for when buying an EAA supplement

  • When is the best time to eat protein and take EAAs supplements?

  • How Zora incorporated EAAs and protein pre and post hip surgery

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