Are Kion Aminos Vegan And Gluten-Free?
Yes. Kion Aminos are 100% plant-based, and all Kion supplements are free of gluten. Still have any questions? Contact Us
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Timing and Servings Daily
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How do Kion Aminos compare to protein?
We are often asked, how much protein is in this?. Well, the answer is quite a bit more complex than you might think. Contrary to popular belief.. free form amino acids are not proteins, they are simply the building blocks of protein, think of amino a
Taste Not To My Liking
Kion Aminos, or any plant based free-form amino acid are produced using an enzymatic fermentation process. This process naturally yields a very "sour" taste. In our mission to provide the cleanest products possible, we are unwilling to add what many
Combining Protein + Aminos
Kion Clean Protein and Kion Aminos can absolutely be combined for an even greater effect on muscle protein synthesis. While whey protein isolate is the most efficient "in-tact" protein, it is not as efficient as free-form amino acids when it comes to
Pre Digested?
We're often asked if our EAA's are "pre-digested" as they have a higher % of absorption. "Pre-Digested" simply refers to amino acids in a free-form, or those not bound together by a peptide chain, thus any free-form eaa supplement (such as Kion) can
Protein Content - Aminos
To begin, free-form amino acids should not be considered "protein" in the typical sense of the word. What we all think of as proteins are a various chain of amino acids all bonded by peptides. So, while we cannot consider free form amino acids as pro
Safe for Children?
As with anything related to the health of your child, eaa supplementation is best discussed with your pediatrician. The World Health Organization has determined a lower limit of intake for various age groups, with the determination that younger popul
Citric Acid - Aminos
For the purposes of our Aminos Powder, Kion uses a citric acid produced in the standard manner, via microbial fermentation using Aspergillus niger. Our citric acid is derived from non-gmo sources, and is free from any derivatives such as corn. Additi
Kion Aminos and Energy
Kion Aminos are a 100% stimulant free product, no caffeine! So how do they increase energy?. Simply put, the intracellular metabolism of essential amino acids is crucial for cellular functions, including energy production. EAA's also account for roug
Banned Substances
Kion Aminos are manufactured in NSF™ certified facilities. While we cannot guarantee that. We do not include any ingredients banned by either WADA / USADA. We are fortunate to have many competitive athletes and professional sports organizations who t
Kion Aminos Vs. Creatine
Aminos or Creatine, What is the Difference?. Creatine and Essential Amino Acids in function are quite different, both with their own unique benefits while at the same time having benefits complimentary to each other. Essential Amino Acids are the ma