Recently, I was looking at a recommended ranking of EAA supplements, and there are really so many types that it can be confusing. If you’re into weight training, it’s something you’ve probably struggled with at least once.

Looking at the top of the ranking, Myprotein’s Impact EAA is in first place. It has a high essential amino acid content of 79.6%, and yet it’s only 28 kcal per serving, so it’s low in calories. If you prioritize ingredients, it seems to be one of these. But it looks like many people also notice a bitter aftertaste. On the other hand, if you prioritize value for money, Differents F&W EAA is being recommended, at around 55 yen per serving—extremely cheap, yet with an 83% content.

What’s interesting is that there’s also a place in the ranking for people who prioritize taste. Flavors like kiwi and orange—things you can drink like juice—are around positions 3 to 4. However, the content rate drops, so what you choose changes depending on whether you prioritize ingredients or taste.

Personally, I feel that “the recommended ranking of EAA” actually depends on what you value most. There doesn’t seem to be a single product that’s #1 all at once in efficiency, taste, and value for money. Choosing based on your own training goals seems to be the right approach.