BCAA vs Whole Protein

Nutrition Q&A [Moderated]
1

Making the assumptions that:

a) There is a calorie surplus
b) All micronutrient needs are being met

Are there any compelling reasons related to health and MPS to consume whole proteins with every meal rather than just supplementing 6-8g of BCAA (2:1:1)?

I’m not vegan or vegetarian and would eat steak with every meal if I could. I’m trying to get my head around the role that whole protein plays in our diet as opposed to isolated consumption of BCAA.

2

Yes. If you don’t get enough EAAs you’ll be up a creek. BCAAs aren’t enough.

3

Thanks! Succinct.