1 serving (medium) of Essential amino acids (10 g) has 40 calories. That works out to 400 calories per 100 g. It contains 0 g of carbs, 10 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Essential amino acids Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

400

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

· 0% DV

Protein

100g

· 200% DV

Fat

· 0% DV

Fiber

· 0% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 0% · Protein 100% · Fat 0%

Essential amino acids Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

0µg · 0% DV

0mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Calcium

0mg · 0% DV

Iron

0mg · 0% DV

Magnesium

0mg · 0% DV

Zinc

0mg · 0% DV

How Nutritious Is Essential amino acids?

Nutrient density

Very high

85/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

30/ 100

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.

Essential amino acids Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

Low

0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Essential amino acids

To burn the 400 calories in 100 g:

🚶

99min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

41min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

54min

Cycling

🏊

47min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

Is Essential amino acids Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally 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.

Does Essential amino acids Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

Gluten free

Dairy free

Eggs free

Peanuts free

Tree nuts free

Fish free

Soy free

Sesame free

Which Diets Is Essential amino acids Good For?

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

Essential amino acids Fat Profile

SATURATED

MONOUNSATURATED

POLYUNSATURATED

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🥚

Egg

143 kcal

🍲

Chicken Soup

45 kcal

🥤

Protein Powder

380 kcal

🍳

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95 kcal

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85 kcal

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Frequently Asked Questions About Essential amino acids

How many calories and how much protein do essential amino acids contain?

Essential amino acids provide 400 calories and 100 g of protein per 100 g. They contain no carbohydrates, fat, or fiber.

Are essential amino acids suitable for keto and vegan diets?

Yes, essential amino acids are compatible with both keto and vegan diets. They have a glycemic index of 0 and contain no carbohydrates.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.

· Last updated: September 23, 2026