Amino Complex Lemon Flavor
Thorne Research's Amino Complex Lemon Flavor is an amino acid/protein supplement containing 13 ingredients, primarily focused on branched-chain and other essential amino acids. Key ingredients include L-Leucine at 1.25g, L-Lysine at 650mg, L-Isoleucine at 625mg, and L-Valine at 625mg. However, L-Leucine and L-Tyrosine are identified as underdosed, potentially limiting their efficacy for muscle protein synthesis or cognitive support. The product holds an N+ Score of 38, earning an F grade, placing it in the 'poor' tier due to concerns about ingredient dosing and overall formulation. This supplement might be considered by individuals looking for a general amino acid blend, but those seeking clinically effective doses for performance or recovery may need to evaluate alternatives.
About This Product
Amino Complex Lemon Flavor by Thorne Research is a protein supplement containing 13 active ingredients. It has earned an N+ Score of 38/100 (Grade F).
N+ Score Breakdown
Are key ingredients present at clinically effective doses based on research?
Does the product include all expected ingredients for its supplement category?
Are individual ingredient amounts clearly disclosed without proprietary blends?
Does the formula include a breadth of beneficial compounds from multiple pathways?
Strengths
- +Fully transparent label with individual ingredient amounts disclosed
- +Broad ingredient diversity exceeding category norms
- +Rich formula with 13 active ingredients
Weaknesses
- −Several ingredients below clinically effective doses
- −Missing several expected ingredients for its category
Ingredient Analysis (13 ingredients)
| Ingredient | Amount | Dose Adequacy |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20.000 {Calories} | N/A |
| Total Carbohydrates | — | N/A |
| L-Lysine | 650.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Tryptophan | 20.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Tyrosine | 30.000 mg | Under |
| L-Leucine | 1.250 Gram(s) | Under |
| L-Isoleucine | 625.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Valine | 625.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Methionine | 50.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Threonine | 350.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Phenylalanine | 100.000 mg | N/A |
| L-Histidine | 150.000 mg | N/A |
| Alpha-Glucan Oligosaccharide | 150.000 mg | N/A |
Clinical ranges based on NIH ODS Fact Sheets and peer-reviewed research. Status indicates whether the amount meets evidence-based thresholds.
