aminos
Branched-chain supplement type
Aminos is informal shorthand for amino acids, the molecular building blocks of proteins.
The term appears most often in fitness and nutrition contexts, where people discuss supplements or dietary intake: I take my aminos after every workout.
Branched-chain amino acids are sometimes called BCAAs or simply aminos.
Short amino acid chain
- polypeptideAmino acid polymer
- proteinFolded amino chain
- synthesisCombining parts into whole
- ribosomeProtein synthesis site
codon · translation · carboxyl · amine · residue · sequence · folding · bonding
Boast with swagger
- soy-freeContains no soybeans
- seasoningSubstance improving food taste
- umamiFifth taste sensation
- savoryAppetizing, not sweet
gluten-free · marinade · dressing · splash · sodium · fermented · sauce · flavoring
Extra nutritional intake
- BCAABranched-chain amino acids
- protein powderConcentrated amino acid supplement
- bodybuildingMuscle enlargement for appearance
- muscle recoveryTissue rebuilding after strain
diet · macronutrients · leucine · isoleucine · valine · whey · collagen · post-workout
peptide
Short amino acid chain
- polypeptideAmino acid polymer
- proteinFolded amino chain
- synthesisCombining parts into whole
ribosome · codon · translation · carboxyl · amine · residue · sequence · folding · bonding · essential
Bragg
Boast with swagger
savory · gluten-free · marinade · dressing · splash · sodium · fermented · sauce · flavoring · paleo
supplements
Extra nutritional intake
- BCAABranched-chain amino acids
- protein powderConcentrated amino acid supplement
- bodybuildingMuscle enlargement for appearance
muscle recovery · diet · macronutrients · leucine · isoleucine · valine · whey · collagen · post-workout · absorption
aminoscomplete proteins
Foods with all essential amino acids
complete protein · protein · polypeptides · casein · whey protein
aminoscarbs
Energy-yielding nutrients, informally
carbohydrates · fats · lipids · sugars · starches
aminoswhole foods
Unrefined, unprocessed edibles
meat · eggs · dietary protein
- amino acidsOrganic compounds forming proteins
- essential amino acidProtein component requiring ingestion
- L-amino acidsLeft-rotating protein components