01 Oct 2018 --- Increasing scientific evidence of the benefits of nutritional supplementation and the phenomenon of pill fatigue have led to increased consumer and industry interest in the incorporation of nutrient premixes into food and beverages to support a healthy diet. Of rising interest in both premix powders and beverages are branched chain amino acids (BCAAs) and essential amino acids (EEAs). However, despite growing interest in premixes, the incorporation these amino acids comes with a set of challenges suppliers must tackle.