In Episode 5, we break down: • What amino acids are • Essential vs non-essential • Different types of amino acid supplements • Can you take them with protein powder? • Can you overdo it? • Are they helpful when cutting or losing weight? • Does timing matter? If you’re confused about BCAAs, EAAs, or whether amino supplements are necessary at all — this episode will give you clarity.

In Episode 5, we break down: • What amino acids are • Essential vs non-essential • Different types of amino acid supplements • Can you take them with protein powder? • Can you overdo it? • Are they helpful when cutting or losing weight? • Does timing matter? If you’re confused about BCAAs, EAAs, or whether amino supplements are necessary at all — this episode will give you clarity.

In Episode 5, we break down: • What amino acids are • Essential vs non-essential • Different types of amino acid supplements • Can you take them with protein powder? • Can you overdo it? • Are they helpful when cutting or losing weight? • Does timing matter? If you’re confused about BCAAs, EAAs, or whether amino supplements are necessary at all — this episode will give you clarity.

#5: Amino Acids: What They Are & Why They Matter

Sweat Society by Fuel Lab is where athletes come to fuel smarter, live better, and perform at their best.Hosted by sports dietitian &amp; triathlete Melissa Nel and strength &amp; Hyrox athlete Suzanne du Toit, we look at the athlete as a whole — from fuelling and supplements to the lifestyle factors that truly move the needle, like sleep, stress, recovery, and more.Alongside expert insights and athlete stories, we sit down with the brands we stock to uncover the science behind their products, and how they fit into a balanced, high-performance lifestyle.No gimmicks. No guesswork. Just real conversations and proven strategies to help every athlete train smarter, recover faster, and thrive on and off the field.

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Sweat Society by Fuel Lab is where athletes come to fuel smarter, live better, and perform at their best. Hosted by sports dietitian & triathlete Melissa Nel and strength & Hyrox athlete Suzanne du Toit, we look at the athlete as a whole — from fuelling and supplements to the lifestyle factors that truly move the needle, like sleep, stress, recovery, and more. Alongside expert insights and athlete stories, we sit down with the brands we stock to uncover the science behind their products, and how they fit into a balanced, high-performance lifestyle. No gimmicks. No guesswork. Just real conversations and proven strategies to help every athlete train smarter, recover faster, and thrive on and off the field.

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