L-arginine alpha-ketoglutarate (AAKG) powder

What is L-arginine alpha-ketoglutarate (AAKG) powder?

L-arginine alpha-ketoglutarate (AAKG) powder from RawSeries is a food supplement made exclusively from the salt formed by the amino acid L-arginine and alpha-ketoglutaric acid. A single-ingredient option for anyone looking to add AAKG to their routine with the simplicity and versatility of the RAW format.

What advantage does this salt offer over L-arginine base? Arginine base is strongly alkaline when dissolved. Combining it with alpha-ketoglutaric acid helps moderate that alkalinity and brings arginine and alpha-ketoglutarate together in one ingredient. This makes a difference when preparing drinks and powder blends: you get a soluble form of arginine containing both components, without having to buy and mix them separately.

Alpha-ketoglutarate is part of the composition of AAKG itself. So when we say AAKG is 100 % pure, we mean that the entire ingredient is L-arginine alpha-ketoglutarate: its weight refers to the whole salt, not just the amount of L-arginine.

One ingredient, nothing added, and 100 % suitable for vegetarian and vegan diets.

Why buy AAKG from HSN?

Our AAKG powder contains L-arginine alpha-ketoglutarate and nothing else. No fillers, flavourings or sweeteners to affect the taste of the drinks you add it to.

This composition lets you choose each part of your supplement routine separately. You can use a drink that’s already part of your routine or combine it with other powdered ingredients, keeping control over what goes into each mix.

Powder format for making your own blends: The powder format is a practical choice if you prefer to prepare supplements in a glass or shaker. You can add AAKG to the same drink as other products that fit your routine, rather than spreading them across several capsules or tablets.

You can also adjust the amount of liquid to suit your taste and make the drink more or less intense, while always keeping to the amount of product and the directions shown on the label.

Dissolves well for easy use: L-arginine alpha-ketoglutarate dissolves well in water, which helps you prepare drinks with an even texture. Add the powder to the liquid and stir or shake until dissolved.

It’s easy to prepare in either juice or a flavoured pre-workout. That way, you can choose the drink that suits your taste and keep things simple.

Suitable for vegans and vegetarians: RawSeries AAKG has been developed without ingredients or production-process components of animal origin. That makes it a suitable option if you follow a vegan or vegetarian diet and want a powder with nothing added.

Who might find it a good option?

This format is especially suited to anyone who wants to choose supplements individually and make their own blends. It could be a good choice if:

•  You’re specifically looking for arginine in AAKG form, with alpha-ketoglutarate as part of its composition.
•  You prefer a single-ingredient product with no added flavourings or sweeteners.
•  You find it easier to take supplements dissolved in a drink rather than as capsules or tablets.
•  You want to add AAKG to a powder blend while checking the amounts already provided by the other products.
•  You follow a vegan or vegetarian diet.

What does AAKG taste like?

AAKG has a distinctive sour-bitter taste. Because this ingredient has no added flavourings or sweeteners, you’ll notice that taste most when you mix it with water alone.

No added flavour doesn’t mean no taste. So, if you’d prefer a more pleasant drink, we recommend adding it to a flavoured beverage that helps mask its bitter notes.

How do you take it?

Use the amount of AAKG and follow the directions on the pack. Because of its sour-bitter taste, we recommend mixing this AAKG powder with juice or a flavoured pre-workout.

1. With juice: an easy way to mellow its taste

Fruit juices such as orange or pineapple add flavour and sweetness that can help mask the bitterness of AAKG. Pick your favourite and mix well until the powder has dissolved.

If the taste is still too strong, you can add more juice while keeping the amount of AAKG the same. This lowers its concentration in each sip without changing the amount of product you take.

2. With your flavoured pre-workout

You can also add it to your pre-workout drink. Fruity or citrus flavours are a practical way to balance its sour-bitter taste and prepare everything in one shaker. Try it with EvoRDX 2.0.

What can you combine AAKG with?

If you’re looking to combine individual ingredients for your sports routine, you can pair it with Citrulline malate powder. Bear in mind that citrulline malate also adds acidity to the mix. For a more pleasant drink, you can use juice or a flavoured beverage and adjust the amount of liquid to suit your taste.

Choose your ingredients, make your blend and adjust the flavour to your taste with RawSeries.

Recommended scientific reading

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