 Branched
chain amino acids(BCAAs) which consist of Leucine, Isoleucine and valine are vital
for stimulating protein synthesis and building muscle mass as well as boosting
metabolism, fighting fatigue, reducing muscle soreness and improving immune function.
BCAAs are renowned to have anti-catabolic effects as they contribute to an increase
in growth hormones, testosterone levels and insulin which are all anabolic hormones.
If you're
not getting enough BCAAs from your nutrition, having recourse to BCAA supplements
will be very effective. BCAA supplements are available in both powder and capsule/pill
form. The concentration of BCAAs is more in the powdered version than the capsule/pill
version making the former more preferable as it's easier to use only 1 scoop and
mix it with water as compared to swallowing several capsules or pills to meet
your daily needs. BCAA powder is bitter and not tasty, that's how it's supposed
to be in its raw state but to make it palatable, artificial sweeteners like sucralose
are usually added. Sucralose also known as splenda is six hundred times sweeter
than table sugar and is not metabolized by your body to provide energy, hence
it contains zero calories. As
far as health is concerned, its long term use is still questionable as to potential
side effects in the long run or even short term as some people are prone to migraines,
headaches, dizziness, rashes, bloating, stomach cramps after consuming sucralose.
If you are health-conscious and want none of that, you can still have recourse
to BCAA powder supplements without artificial sweeteners like sucralose, acesulfame
potassium or aspartame. Since
raw BCAA powder is bitter, it's advisable to mix it with drinks like fruit juice,
gatorade, smoothies or protein shakes to mask the taste but if you can have it
with plain water, that's great. After research, here are the top 69 BCAA powder
without artificial sweeteners. Tip:
Always get the unflavored version if there are choices available as the flavored
ones usually contain artificial sweeteners but if they contain natural sweeteners
like stevia, then they are definitely a wise choice. Stevia is actually a zero
calorie 100% natural sweetener which is extracted from the leaves of the herbal
plant Stevia Rebaudiana and it's totally healthy and safe.
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MRM, BCAA+G 1000, Lemonade,
2.2 lbs (1,000 g)
 Premium
Muscle Recovery Formula
Enhanced
with L-Glutamine
100% Micronized
BCAA
Certified Vegan
Contains
2,500 mg L-Leucine(Fermented), 1,000 mg L-Isoleucine(Fermented), 1,500 mg L-Valine(Fermented),
1,000 mg L-Glutamine(Fermented), natural lemonade flavor, citric acid, stevia
leaf extract and monk fruit extract. |
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California Gold Nutrition,
BCAA Powder, AjiPure®, Branched Chain Amino Acids, 16 oz (454 g)
 L-Leucine(Fermented)
- 2.5 grams
L-Isoleucine(Fermented)
- 1.25 grams
L-Valine(Fermented)
- 1.25 grams
Top of the line BCAAs sourced exclusively from Ajinomoto.
Pharmaceutical Grade and produced via patented Ferment-A-Pure Technology, this
supplement features AjiPure® Amino Acids. No animal products like hair or
feathers are used, so it's also suitable for vegetarians and vegan. |
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- BCAA Natural - Plant Sourced Amino Acid Drink - Lemonade - 30 Servings
Contains
2.5 grams L-Leucine, 1.25 grams L-Isoleucine, 1.25 grams L-Valine, 500 mg Vitamin
C, Evaporated Cane Juice, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Natural Flavors, Stevia, Beta
Carotene(for color), Monk Fruit Extract. |
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BCAA
Natural lemonade by NutraBio - 60 Servings
Naturally fermented vegan
BCAA's with 2.5 grams L-Leucine, 1.25 grams L-Isoleucine, 1.25 grams L-Valine,
natural flavor 950 mg, citric acid 750 mg, monk fruit extract 160 mg, stevia leaf
extract 110 mg. |
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TRU BCAA Powder, Plant Based
Branched Chain Amino Acids, Vegan Friendly, Zero Calories, No Artificial Sweeteners
or Dyes, Improve Fat Loss (30 Servings, Pink Guava)
Fermented
Sunflower BCAA
Fight Fatigue
To Train Harder
Protect Lean
Muscle While Burning Fat
2:1:1 Ratio SunBCAA(5 grams consisting of L-Leucine,
L-Isoleucine, L-Valine)
1.2 grams of L-Carnitine Tartrate
Other
Ingredients: Natural Pink Guava Flavor, Citric Acid, Stevia Leaf Extract,
Silicon Dioxide, Calcium Silicate, Monk Fruit Extract, Beet Juice.
Delicious
natural pink guava flavor which is getting rave reviews. One of the best tasting
BCAA's out there while being natural. Definitely a big winner among bodybuilders,
weightlifters and athletes. |
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Scivation, Xtend, The Original
7G BCAA, Natural Zero, Strawberry Kiwi Splash, 13 oz (367.5 g)
7 grams of BCAAs consisting of L-Leucine(3.5 grams), L-Isoleucine(1.75 grams),
L-Valine(1.75 grams)
L-Glutamine(2.5 grams), Electrolyte Blend(1140
mg consisting of sodium citrate, potassium chloride, sodium chloride), Citrulline
Malate(1000 mg), Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Silicon Dioxide, Stevia
Leaf Extract(High Purity Steviol Glycosides), Monk Fruit(Luo han guo), Beet Juice(color). |
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Muscletech, Amino Build
Next Gen BCAAs, Naturally Flavored Cherry Limeade, 15.06 oz (427 g)
2:1:1
BCAA Matrix
L-Leucine(2 grams), L-Isoleucine(1 gram), L-Valine(1 gram)
Cell-Volumizing
and Recovery Complex
Taurine(500 mg), L-Glutamine(500 mg), L-Alanine(500
mg)
Strength-Enhancing Compound
Betaine Anhydrous(1.25 grams)
Electrolyte
Blend
Sodium chloride, coconut water, watermelon juice
Other
Ingredients: Cane sugar, malic acid, citric acid, natural flavors, stevia,
red beet powder. |
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MRM
BCAA+G Reload Post-Workout Recovery – Watermelon, 840g - 60 Servings Per
Container
Fermented L-Leucine(3.5 grams), Fermented L-Isoleucine(1.5
grams), Fermented L-Valine(1 gram), Fermented L-Glutamine(2 grams), CarnoSyn Beta-Alanine(1.6
grams), Natural Watermelon Flavor, Citric Acid, Red Beet Root Powder, Stevia Leaf
Extract, Salt, Silicon Dioxide, Monk Fruit Extract and Trehalose(natural disaccharide
sugar).
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About
Time Plant Based BCAA Hydrate with L-Glutamine & Electrolytes (Non-GMO, Gluten
Free, Monk Fruit Extract) - Watermelon Lime, 20 Servings
Vegan Instantized BCAAs - L-Leucine(2 grams), L-Isoleucine(1 gram), L-Valine(1
gram), L-Glutamine(4 grams), L-Citrulline(2 grams), Coconut Water Powder(380 mg),
Vitamin C(600 mg), Natural Flavors, Dextrose, Sucrose, Citric Acid, Monk Fruit
Extract, Red Beet Powder(for color), Stevia. | | About
Time Plant Based BCAA Hydrate Clear with L-Glutamine & Electrolytes (Non-GMO,
Gluten Free, Monk Fruit) - Orange Cream, 20 Servings
Vegan
Instantized BCAAs - L-Leucine(2 grams), L-Isoleucine(1 gram), L-Valine(1 gram),
L-Glutamine(4 grams), L-Citrulline(2 grams), Coconut Water Powder(380 mg), Vitamin
C(600 mg), Natural Flavors, Dextrose, Sucrose, Citric Acid, Monk Fruit Extract,
Beta Carotene(for color), Stevia. |
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Truth
Nutrition Fermented Vegan BCAA Protein Powder - 2:1:1 Powerful All Natural Branch
Chain Amino Acids – Pure BCAAS Promote Enhanced Muscular Endurance, Energy, Stamina
& Recovery – Watermelon - 30 Day Supply
2:1:1 BCAA Matrix - L-Leucine(2.5 grams), L-Isoleucine(1.25 grams),
L-Valine(1.25 grams), Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, Malic Acid, Sodium Citrate,
Stevia Extract, Beet Root Powder(For Color) - Refreshing natural flavor without
any sweet sickening chemical taste |
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Pure
HMB Capsules - Anti-Catabolic Supplement To Promote Muscle Growth
Per 2 capsules, you get 1000 mg of Calcium HMB Monohydrate. Recommended
intake is 2 capsules twice per day.
Even though it's a BCAA capsule
and not powder, I've decided to add this supplement because it contains Calcium
HMB Monohydrate which is an advanced metabolite of the most important BCAA Leucine.
HMB is more renowned in preventing muscle protein breakdown as compared to Leucine
itself. This is a great supplement to have in your stack. |
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NutraBio
Intra Blast Natural (Sweet Tea) - Naturally Sweetened and Flavored Intra Workout
7.4 grams of Naturally Fermented BCAAs consisting of L-Leucine(3.8
grams), L-Isoleucine(1.8 grams), L-Valine(1.8 grams)
L-Glutamine(5
grams), Betaine Anhydrous(2 grams), Taurine(2 grams), L-Ornithine Alpha-Ketoglutarate(1
gram), Organic Raw Cane Sugar(5 grams), Citric Acid(1 gram), Malic Acid(1 gram),
Natural Lemon Flavor(800 mg), Natural Tea(800 mg), Stevia Leaf Extract(345 mg),
Salt(150 mg). |
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LifeSource
Vitamins BCAA Powder
L-Leucine(2.5 grams), L-Isoleucine(1.25 grams), L-Valine(1.25 grams),
Glutamine(3 grams), Xylitol(natural sweetener), Glycine(amino acid), Stevia, Inulin(natural
dietary soluble fiber), Natural Watermelon Flavor, Natural Beet Root, Potassium,
Vitamin B-1, Niacin, Pantothenic Acid, Magnesium(citrate, aspartate), Potassium
Chloride, Citric Acid and Silica. |
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Genius
BCAA Powder – Nootropic Amino Acids & Muscle Recovery Drink | Natural Vegan
Energy BCAAs for Women & Men (Pre, Intra & Post Workout) | Natural Brain
Boost & Focus Supplement, Grape Limeade,287
Good dose of BCAAs at 5 grams per serving without artificial sweeteners,
dyes and flavors. With added L-Citrulline Malate and L-Tyrosine to enhance your
muscle contractions and deliver great pumps, you also get L-Glutamine and Taurine
to support muscle recovery and reduce muscle fatigue respectively.
L-Leucine(2.5 grams), L-Isoleucine(1.25 grams), L-Valine(1.25 grams), L-Glutamine(3
grams), Taurine(1 gram), L-Citrulline Malate(1 gram), L-Tyrosine(1 gram), Citicoline(Improve
Brain Functions), Natural Caffeine, Rhodiola rosea(Root), Citric Acid, Natural
Flavors, Stevia Leaf Extract, Silica, Malic Acid, Turmeric Extract, Spirullina
Extract. |
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Finish
It Premium BCAA Electrolyte Pump Matrix Sweetened with Stevia, No Artificial Colors,
Vegan Friendly
Instantinized Vegan BCAA Blend - L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine(6
grams), L-Glutamine(2.5 grams), Beta Alanine(1.6 grams), D-Ribose(2 grams), L-Citrulline(2
grams), Stevia Leaf Extract, Monk Fruit, Beet Root Powder, Raw Coconut Water Concentrate. |
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BUCKiT
Hydration, Natural Hydration Powder with BCAAs, Advanced Electrolyte Formula Island
Punch, 30 Servings
Branched Chain Amino Acid Blend 2:1:1 (L-Leucine, L-Isoleucine, L-Valine)
- 2.5 grams, L-Glutamine(1 gram), Vitamin C as Ascorbic Acid(90 mg), Citric Acid,
Natural Flavor, Stevia Leaf Extract, Malic Acid, Rice Hull Concentrate, Red Beet
Powder(color), Sunflower Lecithin. |
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Elevate
Nutrition Plant-Based Vegan BCAA Supplement for Muscle Building and Hydration-
Energy Booster- All-Natural Food-Sourced BCAA 2:1:1 Ratio- Glutamine, B12, Non-GMO
L-Leucine(2.5 grams), L-Isoleucine(1.25 grams), L-Valine(1.25 grams),
L-Glutamine(2 grams), Vitamin B12, Natural Flavors, Coconut Water Powder, Malic
Acid, Citric Acid, Monk Fruit Extract, Himalayan Rock Salt, Sunflower Lecithin. |
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VINTAGE
BUILD - The Essential 3-in-1 Muscle Builder - Post Workout BCAA, Creatine Monohydrate,
and L-Glutamine (Fresh Berries), 330 Grams, 30 Servings
Good dose of BCAAs at 5 grams per serving without artificial sweeteners,
colors and flavors. With added L-Glutamine to enhance muscle recovery, you also
get Creatine Monohydrate for more lean muscle gains post workout.
L-Leucine(2.5 grams), L-Isoleucine(1.25 grams), L-Valine(1.25 grams), L-Glutamine(2
grams), Creatine Monohydrate(3 grams), Stevia, Natural Flavors, Malic Acid, Silica,
Cherry Red Powder. |
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Natrogix
660g (24oz) Essential 3-in-1 Muscle Builder - Post Workout Recovery with BCAA,
Creatine Monohydrate, and L-Glutamine Powder, 60 Servings
L-Leucine(2.5 grams), L-Isoleucine(1.25 grams), L-Valine(1.25 grams),
L-Glutamine(2 grams), Creatine Monohydrate(3 grams), Natural Flavor, Malic Acid,
Silicon Dioxide.
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Pure
Purpose BCAA - Naturally Sweetened and Plant-Based BCAA to Build Lean Muscle and
Improve Recovery, Lemonade, 30 Servings
L-Leucine(2.5 grams), L-Isoleucine(1.25 grams), L-Valine(1.25 grams),
Erythritol(natural sugar alcohol derived from fermenting corn natural sugar),
Pineapple Fruit Powder, Citric Acid, Stevia Leaf Extract, Natural Flavor, Beta
Carotene, Luo-han-guo Fruit Extract(Monk Fruit).
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