Essential Amino Acids

Food Sources

Foods that contain Essential Amino Acids.

• Whey Protein Isolate

  Whey protein isolate (from dairy) is richer in available amino acids than soy protein isolate

  Source: Outlive

• Chia Seeds

  Chia seeds are one of the best plant proteins out there. They contain all nine essential amino acids and are a good source of fiber

  Source: The Young Forever Cookbook

• Quinoa

  Quinoa is a powerful plant protein... it is actually an edible seed that contains all nine amino acids, is filled with fiber, and is gluten-free

  Source: The Young Forever Cookbook

Health Benefits

Health conditions that Essential Amino Acids may influence, based on research.

Biological Mechanisms

How Essential Amino Acids works at a cellular level.

• PromotesReduces fat accumulation in the liver

  One study found that giving elderly people supplements containing essential amino acids lowered their levels of liver fat and circulating triglycerides

• PromotesImproves insulin sensitivity

  Another study in men with type 2 diabetes found that doubling protein intake from 15 to 30% of calories, while cutting carbs by half, improved their insulin sensitivity

Recipes with Essential Amino Acids

Recipes featuring foods that contain Essential Amino Acids.

• Blackberry-Mango Smoothie Bowls with Barberries
• Baked Carrot Cake Oatmeal
• Mixed Berry Crumble
• Blueberry Chia Pie
• Mocha Chia Pudding
• Protein Powerhouse Smoothie
• Ultimate Recovery Smoothie
• Blueberry-Lavender Chia Jam
• Super-Seed Quinoa Crackers
• Nut Butter Protein Balls
• Black Bean Burritos with Tomato Salsa
• Turmeric Quinoa with Broccoli, Chickpeas, and Tomatoes
• Three-Grain Loaf
• Quinoa Pudding with Mango
• Quinoa, Strawberry, and Sunchoke Salad
• Lemony Dill, Chicken, and Quinoa Soup
• Quinoa, Cashew, and Dark Chocolate Squares

Sources

• Nutrition, Food and Diet in Ageing and Longevity
• Outlive
• The Young Forever Cookbook
• The Longevity Diet