vadox6466
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Hey guys,
So, I was lucky enough to be selected to log LG Science's new BC EAA flavor.. grape!
This log will probably last ~30 days, as that's the supply. I'm going to be dosing the BCAA + EAA mix in between meals on off days only. Currently, I'm doing a carb cycling cut, and workout 4 times a week. More details about diet and workout program are in the post below. This post, however, is all about my first impression of the powder:
So, I was lucky enough to be selected to log LG Science's new BC EAA flavor.. grape!
This log will probably last ~30 days, as that's the supply. I'm going to be dosing the BCAA + EAA mix in between meals on off days only. Currently, I'm doing a carb cycling cut, and workout 4 times a week. More details about diet and workout program are in the post below. This post, however, is all about my first impression of the powder:
Opening the package, I was immediately impressed. The only other BCAA product I've tried was Xtend, and although outside appearances don't mean much, the LG's carton blows Scivation's out of the water.
My little tub was nicely sealed and had a fantastic looking label. Everything was clean and a little glossy. Opening the tub, I noticed that the lid screws on solidly; a minor thing to note, but one that denotes the quality of LG's work. To compare, Xtend comes with a lid that doesn't *really* screw on solidly -- I've had a friend who once grabbed his xtend by the lid to move it, and the whole jug just fell out from underneath. However, I wanted to note that the "sealed for your protection" cover came off with the lid -- as if no adhesive was used to put it on. I had the same problem with Xtend, so it might be that the BCAA mix just loosens the adhesive used to seal those on so that by the time you open it, the "sealed for your protection" cover is off. I dunno
I was particularly pleased with the quaint little scooper. Xtend's scooper was too long, and it was tough to fit it back into the package during the first week or two, as I had to jam it deep into the powder to close the package. LG's has a handle that seems perfectly sized, and there's enough room left in the jug not to have to jam it into the powder when trying to close it.
Next comes the powder. I was blown away by the quality of it. It has a nice, mild scent to it. But the thing that impressed me was just how fine the powder was. Comparing to Xtend's (which clumps up and, when settled, becomes really really hard), this is a magnificent improvement. A very fine powder, with no clumps or large pieces to be seen. Poking around with the scooper, it was also very soft.. overall, it just screamed quality. (and I don't say this about many products)
Taste-wise, it's definitely milder than xtend -- but I like it way more. Xtend has way too much sweetener in it, and a single serving has to be mixed with a huge amount of water to be drinkable (for me, I used 2L of water per 4 scoops). I guess this really depends on your preference. During the day, I drink a lot of water (8-10L), and I would never think of using Xtend during the day, because I'd have to use too much water. LG's mix is perfect for intra-meal dosing. I tried one scoop in a medium sized glass of water, and the taste was excellent... but very, very mild. There was just a hint of grape using 1 scoop, but that's the way I like it. I'm going to be using 1 serving (3 scoops) each day, so 3 glasses of grape flavored drink per day
The mixability is about on par with what I experienced with Xtend. Although this is excellent quality, amino acids (especially glutamine, I think) have a hard time mixing really well with anything. I used a teaspoon to mix mine, and after 5 or 6 swirls the water changed color but there was quite a bit of floating residue on top. I don't mind this at all - I actually like it when powders clump up in my shakes, as it gives a more concentrated taste. I'm sure if I used a shaker it'd mix better, or if I let it stand for a while.. but like I said, I enjoy the minor clumping.
Overall, I just wanted to stress the quality of this product. The ingredient profile is very good, and I'm excited to try out EAA's for the first time. The presentation is fantastic -- a slick looking label and a glossy container, as well as a perfectly sized scooper. And the fineness of the powder is unparalleled to what I've experienced thus far.
My little tub was nicely sealed and had a fantastic looking label. Everything was clean and a little glossy. Opening the tub, I noticed that the lid screws on solidly; a minor thing to note, but one that denotes the quality of LG's work. To compare, Xtend comes with a lid that doesn't *really* screw on solidly -- I've had a friend who once grabbed his xtend by the lid to move it, and the whole jug just fell out from underneath. However, I wanted to note that the "sealed for your protection" cover came off with the lid -- as if no adhesive was used to put it on. I had the same problem with Xtend, so it might be that the BCAA mix just loosens the adhesive used to seal those on so that by the time you open it, the "sealed for your protection" cover is off. I dunno
I was particularly pleased with the quaint little scooper. Xtend's scooper was too long, and it was tough to fit it back into the package during the first week or two, as I had to jam it deep into the powder to close the package. LG's has a handle that seems perfectly sized, and there's enough room left in the jug not to have to jam it into the powder when trying to close it.
Next comes the powder. I was blown away by the quality of it. It has a nice, mild scent to it. But the thing that impressed me was just how fine the powder was. Comparing to Xtend's (which clumps up and, when settled, becomes really really hard), this is a magnificent improvement. A very fine powder, with no clumps or large pieces to be seen. Poking around with the scooper, it was also very soft.. overall, it just screamed quality. (and I don't say this about many products)
Taste-wise, it's definitely milder than xtend -- but I like it way more. Xtend has way too much sweetener in it, and a single serving has to be mixed with a huge amount of water to be drinkable (for me, I used 2L of water per 4 scoops). I guess this really depends on your preference. During the day, I drink a lot of water (8-10L), and I would never think of using Xtend during the day, because I'd have to use too much water. LG's mix is perfect for intra-meal dosing. I tried one scoop in a medium sized glass of water, and the taste was excellent... but very, very mild. There was just a hint of grape using 1 scoop, but that's the way I like it. I'm going to be using 1 serving (3 scoops) each day, so 3 glasses of grape flavored drink per day
The mixability is about on par with what I experienced with Xtend. Although this is excellent quality, amino acids (especially glutamine, I think) have a hard time mixing really well with anything. I used a teaspoon to mix mine, and after 5 or 6 swirls the water changed color but there was quite a bit of floating residue on top. I don't mind this at all - I actually like it when powders clump up in my shakes, as it gives a more concentrated taste. I'm sure if I used a shaker it'd mix better, or if I let it stand for a while.. but like I said, I enjoy the minor clumping.
Overall, I just wanted to stress the quality of this product. The ingredient profile is very good, and I'm excited to try out EAA's for the first time. The presentation is fantastic -- a slick looking label and a glossy container, as well as a perfectly sized scooper. And the fineness of the powder is unparalleled to what I've experienced thus far.