Amino Acids are the building blocks of Protein and Muscle Tissue. Every type of Protein is made of Amino Acids.
There are nine Amino Acids which are considered essential and thirteen which are classed as non essential. Amino Acids are derived from Protein rich sources such as Meat, Fish, Dairy Products and Vegetables such as Legumes, Peas, and Grains.
Bodybuilders can especially benefit from supplementing Amino Acids because they aid in the repair, growth, and development of muscle tissue.