BCAAs
Leucine, isoleucine, and valine supplement.
Educational only — not medical advice. BodEvo summarizes research cautiously and labels estimates as estimates. Talk to a physician or registered dietitian before starting any supplement, diet, or training program.
What the evidence says
Weak evidence of benefit when protein intake is already adequate.
Typical dose & timing
Dose: Per label.
Timing: Intra-workout.
Role in a stack
Low-priority amino supplement.
Redundancy check: Redundant if daily whey/protein intake is adequate. EAAs are more complete.
Cautions & safety
Redundant with adequate protein intake.
Safe but often unnecessary.
Best for
fasted training or very low protein intake
References
- Branched-chain amino acid supplementation and exercise-induced muscle damage: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Nutrients (2021)
Evidence is limited or mixed. BCAAs show minimal benefit when total daily protein intake is adequate. Full EAAs are more complete if amino acid supplementation is genuinely needed.
Use it in the app: open the Supplement Library and Stack Builder — free, local-first, no account required.