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The 15-Minute Drink Designed To Protect Muscle On A GLP-1
2g of leucine. 9 essential amino acids. Zero calories, zero bloating. Designed for the appetite-suppressed body Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro create.
- Rapid 15 minute cellular absorption
- Leucine enriched to stop muscle loss
- Zero calorie and zero bloating formula
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30-day money-back guarantee · SAHPRA compliant
You're Losing Weight. But Your Body Is Sending A Different Signal.
The fatigue you weren't expecting. The way your clothes fit but hang differently. The arms that look thinner but somehow softer. The mirror that should show progress but feels off.
You're not imagining it. And you're not alone. A landmark study published in The New England Journal of Medicine found that up to 39% of every kilogram lost on a GLP-1 medication is lean muscle — not fat. The smaller body on the scale is real. So is the muscle disappearing underneath it.
This page is about the simplest, fastest, science-backed thing you can do about it.
Ignite Metabolism In Just 15 Minutes
Instant absorption for faster recovery. Only 20 calories to fuel your body.
15min
Absorption
Average time for full amino acid absorption (vs. 2-3 hours for whole-food protein)
96%
Zero bloating
Users report zero bloating compared to heavy whey
20
Clean calories
Clean calories to fuel your weight loss goals
2g
Leucine
Per serving — the threshold your muscles need
Heading: How mTOR Signalling Changes On A GLP-1
mTOR is the molecular switch your body uses to trigger muscle protein synthesis. On a GLP-1, reduced food intake means reduced leucine — which means a suppressed muscle-maintenance signal. Leucine-enriched EAAs reactivate mTOR signalling — even on a GLP-1.
Built for GLP-1 users
Bare Aminos Was Built For This Exact Moment
A free-form essential amino acid blend with 2g of leucine per serving — the precise dose research shows triggers muscle protein synthesis.
Absorbs in 15 minutes
Free-form aminos absorb in 15 minutes, delivering instant repair signals without the 2-hour digestion battle.
Support lean muscle
Preserve lean muscle tissue to ensure your scale weight comes from fat, keeping your metabolic rate high for long-term maintenance.
No bloating, low calories
Zero calories and no gastric bloating. SAHPRA-compliant formula designed for sensitive stomachs on weight-loss medications.
GLP-1 Alone vs GLP-1 + Bare Aminos
What weight loss actually looks like when you protect lean mass.
mTOR is the molecular switch your body uses to trigger muscle protein synthesis.
On a GLP-1, reduced food intake means reduced leucine — which means a suppressed muscle-maintenance signal.
Two bodies. Same scale weight. Completely different outcomes.
The body on the left lost weight without active muscle protection — softer, fatigued, with a metabolic rate that's now too low to sustain the loss without strict ongoing dieting.
The body on the right hit the leucine threshold daily — preserving lean tissue, keeping the metabolic engine running, and creating a result that holds even after the medication tapers down.
Recover Faster In 15 Minutes
Every scoop delivers the full 9-amino acid profile directly to your bloodstream in just 15 minutes.
2000mg
Leucine
The anabolic trigger. 2g activates mTOR to start muscle protein synthesis on a GLP-1
845mg
LYSINE
Builds collagen and supports immune defence
600mg
Valine
Fuels working muscle and prevents protein breakdown
600mg
isoleucine
Drives glucose uptake and endurance recovery
400mg
THREONINE
Maintains connective tissue, gut lining, and tendons
300mg
Phenylalanine
Precursor to dopamine — focus and drive
150mg
METHIONINE
Sulphur donor for joints, hair, and detox pathways
100mg
HISTIDINE
Repairs tissue and produces red blood cells
5mg
Tryptophan
Kept low by design — minimises central fatigue during exercise
Why Not Just Drink A Whey Shake?
Standard protein shakes were built for bulk. Bare Aminos was built specifically to protect your body on a GLP-1 journey.
| Bare Aminos | Whey Protein | BCAAs | Food only | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triggers muscle protein synthesis | ✅ 2g Leucine | ✅ needs 30-40g | ❌ Misses 6 EAAs | 🕒 Slowly |
| Calories per serving | ✅ 20 | ❌ 120-200+ | 🕒 5 | ❌ 200-400 |
| Absorption time | ✅ 15 mins | ❌ 2-3 hours | 🕒 15 mins | ❌ 3-4 hours |
| Causes bloating | ✅ No | ❌ Yes | ✅ No | ❌ Depends |
| All 9 essential amino acids | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ✅ Yes |
| Designed for GLP-1 users | ✅ Yes | ❌ No | ❌ No | ❌ No |
Your Muscle Safety Net
Thousands of users choose Bare Aminos to protect their bodies while losing weight.
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Great quality
Helps with recovery and gives an instant useable protein boost.
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Excellent results
I use Hydrating Aminos before and after running and Bare Aminos and Creatine after weight training. I am seeing excellent results!
Expert Insights
Answers for your metabolic health and muscle preservation journey.
Is it safe to use with my medication? +
Bare Aminos contains only essential amino acids and natural sweeteners. It does not interact with GLP-1 medications, but as always, check with your doctor.
Will it affect my appetite suppression? +
No. With only 20 calories per serving and no fat or carbs, Bare Aminos won't blunt your medication's appetite-suppressing effects.
Why is this better than whey protein? +
Whey is heavy, calorie-dense, and slow to digest. Bare Aminos absorbs in 15 minutes with zero bloating and only 20 calories.
How does Bare Aminos taste? +
Light, refreshing, and naturally sweetened with stevia and erythritol. Available in Mixed Berry, Peach Ice Tea, and Mango Orange.
What is the best timing for the drink? +
Most users have one serving in the morning and another after exercise or in the evening between meals.
When will I see metabolic results? +
Many users report better recovery and energy within 2 weeks. Lean mass preservation is best measured over 8–12 weeks.
What if I am unhappy with the results? +
30-day money-back guarantee. No questions asked.
Bare Aminos
You've Read The Research. Now Protect What You're Building.
You started a GLP-1 to change your body. Without active muscle protection, up to 39% of what you lose is the lean mass that keeps your metabolism running, your strength intact, and your weight loss permanent. Bare Aminos was built for this exact moment.
- All 9 essential amino acids in optimised ratios
- 20 calories & zero sugar
- Available in tubs or travel sachets