E635 - #635: VR Vintage: Amino Acids Explained: Protein, BCAAs, Collagen, and What Actually Builds Muscle

This episode originally aired as #597 on 12/20/25 and we are bringing it to you again! On this episode of Vitality Radio, Jared breaks down amino acids—what they are, how they work in the body, and how to supplement them strategically for muscle health, recovery, fasting, metabolism, and healthy aging. He explains the difference between essential amino acids, branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs), collagen, protein powders, and whole-food protein, and clarifies when each one makes the most sense. Jared also walks through practical use cases, including workout performance, muscle preservation during fasting, age-related muscle loss, and supporting lean mass during calorie re...