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Popular for post-workout recovery, low calorie, usually sugar-free
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 bottle (medium) of BCAA drink (330 g) has 26 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 5.3 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.7 mg of B6 covers 39% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 bottle (medium) · 330 g
26
KCAL / 330G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
5.3g
· 11% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 24% · Protein 76% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 26 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 26 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 150 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 can (small) | 250 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 bottle (large) | 500 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 can (large) | 500 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 bottle (jumbo) | 750 g | 60 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
A BCAA drink is a beverage containing branched-chain amino acids: leucine, isoleucine and valine. Formulas vary, and some products also include caffeine, sweeteners or other added ingredients.
A BCAA drink may supply amino acids, but it has not been shown to reliably improve recovery when your diet already provides enough protein. Adequate overall protein intake and rest between workouts are more important.
You can drink a BCAA drink before, during or after exercise; there is no established best time. Choose a time that suits your routine rather than expecting a specific timing to boost results.
No, a BCAA drink cannot build muscle on its own. Muscle growth relies on resistance training and enough protein overall; BCAAs are unlikely to add much if your regular diet already supplies sufficient protein.
Neither format is inherently better for your muscles. A bottled BCAA drink is ready to consume, while powder needs mixing; compare their ingredients and choose the format that is more practical for you.
Yes, a BCAA drink breaks a strict fast because it provides amino acids and energy, even if it contains little or no sugar. For a fast required for a medical test or procedure, follow the instructions you were given.
No, a BCAA drink should not replace water as your main workout fluid. Keep drinking water to meet your hydration needs, whether or not you also choose a BCAA beverage.
Some BCAA drinks contain caffeine and others do not. Caffeine can interfere with sleep, so a caffeine-containing version may be a poor choice late in the day.
No, a BCAA drink does not directly cause weight loss. Choosing it instead of a higher-calorie beverage could reduce your calorie intake, but BCAAs themselves do not burn body fat.
Many healthy adults can consume a BCAA drink as directed, but daily use is not necessary for everyone. Excessive intake may cause digestive discomfort; ask a clinician first if you have kidney disease or take regular medication.
Vitamins
B6
0.66mg · 39% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B2
0.03mg · 2% DV
B3
0.17mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Magnesium
3.3mg · 1% DV
Sodium
17mg · 1% DV
Calcium
6.6mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
3.3mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
6.6mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 26 calories in 1 bottle (medium) (330 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A BCAA drink is a flavoured beverage made with water and branched-chain amino acids—usually leucine, isoleucine and valine. It is sold as a convenient sports drink rather than a traditional drink, and recipes vary: some are lightly flavoured and sugar-free, while others use different sweeteners.
People commonly drink it chilled before, during or after a workout, whether from a bottle at the gym or on the way home. It is generally low in calories and offers amino acids without much carbohydrate, making it an option for those who prefer not to have a sugary drink. Have it alongside your usual meals if you like, and keep plain water handy for hydration.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.