Other amino acids

HMB, taurine, tyrosine, glycine, ornithine, L-theanine and other single amino acids: amount per serving, form and price.

Here are amino acids and their compounds that are not in the BCAA, EAA, glutamine, beta-alanine or citrulline sections: HMB, taurine, tyrosine, glycine, ornithine, L-theanine and others. They come as powders, capsules and tablets.

The EU has authorised no health claims for these substances, so we compare the amount per serving and the price per gram. Powder is usually cheaper, capsules more convenient.

FAQ

What is HMB?

An intermediate of leucine metabolism, sold as capsules or powder. It has no EU-authorised claims.

Powder or capsules?

Powder costs less per gram and the dose is easy to adjust; capsules are tasteless and easy to carry.

Can they be combined with other supplements?

Yes, amino acids are often added to training drinks. If you take medication, ask a doctor.

Other amino acids

Allnutrition GABA - 90 caps

Allnutrition Glycine Forte, 1600mg - 120 caps

Allnutrition L-Theanine - 100 caps

Doctor's Best L-Theanine with Suntheanine, 150mg - 90 vcaps

Doctor's Best L-Tyrosine, 500mg - 120 vcaps

Jarrow Formulas Taurine, 1000mg - 100 caps

Life Extension Glycine, 1000mg - 100 vcaps

Life Extension L-Lysine, 620mg - 100 vcaps

NOW Foods Amino Complete - 360 vcaps

NOW Foods Double Strength L-Theanine, 200mg - 120 vcaps

NOW Foods GABA with Vitamin B6, 500mg - 100 vcaps

NOW Foods GABA with Vitamin B6, 500mg - 200 vcaps

NOW Foods GABA, 750mg - 100 vcaps

NOW Foods L-Lysine, 500mg - 100 vcaps

NOW Foods L-Lysine, 500mg - 250 vcaps

NOW Foods L-Theanine with Decaf Green Tea, 100mg - 90 vcaps

NOW Foods L-Tyrosine, 500mg - 120 caps

NOW Foods L-Tyrosine, Extra Strength 750mg - 90 vcaps

NOW Foods Taurine, 1000mg Double Strength - 100 vcaps

NOW Foods Taurine, 1000mg Double Strength - 250 vcaps

NOW Foods Taurine, 500mg - 100 caps

Nutrend Taurine - 120 caps

Olimp Nutrition HMB - 450 caps

Olimp Nutrition HMB Mega Caps - 120 caps