I’m thrilled to announce the NEW Absorb Plus Amino, a low-carb addition to the Absorb Plus family line!

Absorb Plus Amino is a 100% natural, elemental (pre-digested for maximum absorption to the bloodstream within 20 minutes of ingestion) liquid protein shake. It is classified as an Elemental free-form amino acid formula because the protein component is composed of free-form amino acids only.

The amount of organic tapioca (cassava root) maltodextrin in this formula is lower than in the Original or Vegan formulas (less than half the amount), so it’s ideal for people looking to reduce carbohydrate ingestion.

The orange-mango natural flavor is lightly sweetened with the stevia herb.

The coco-choc natural flavor is completely unsweetened.

If you’ve tasted any elemental, free-form amino acid products, then you’ll know they usually taste pretty bad! Well, I’m pleased to say that my nit-picky, perfectionist nature has found happiness in formulating a free-form amino elemental shake that actually tastes decent.

I wouldn’t say it tastes yummy – except maybe in comparison to other amino products! – but AP Amino is certainly well palatable, and definitely WAY better tasting than any other product out there.

Absorb Plus Amino vs. Competitors

When evaluating competitive free-form amino acid elemental products, like Vivonex or Physician’s Elemental, be sure to look at how much maltodextrin (and what type) is in each serving as the carbohydrate component varies widely, as does the amount of protein or amino acids (the most expensive ingredient).


* organic tapioca
** 100% natural flavors

Will I Gain Weight?

If you are already at a healthy weight, then this is the formula for you! This is because the body cannot use free-form amino acids alone to gain weight (muscle). If you are in an active disease state, you may have difficulty maintaining or gaining weight on this formula, so you will likely have to increase your daily caloric intake, or alternate with Absorb Plus Vegan or Original.

Absorb Plus Amino is formulated to allow people to add their own amount of good fat, however – since everyone’s fat tolerance level varies. We suggest adding 1 tbsp. of MCT oil, cold-pressed organic flax, or Udo’s Choice oil.

If you are using an exclusively elemental diet for SIBO, IBS, Candida, or allergy testing/clearance, then this formula may work well for a shorter duration diet (1-2 weeks) due to the lowered carb content. But if you are using Absorb Plus Amino in combination with easily tolerated foods, or alternating with Absorb Plus Vegan or Original, then it will probably work well to stay on AP Amino as long as you like.

Absorb Plus Amino

A hypoallergenic formula like this is ideal to use as a clearance diet, and then begin testing for food allergies by introducing one food per day, or one new food every 3 days. It’s also a good formula to alternate with AP Vegan or Original – to avoid creating a protein intolerance.

Way back when I first went on an elemental diet (almost 25 years ago!) I found I could not maintain or gain weight on a free-form amino acid shake. However, I recently had a conversation with holistic health coach Debbie Steinbock who has guided over 50 clients through an elemental diet, and she told me that as long as people ingested about 400 calories more than they needed, they could maintain their weight on a free-form amino acid shake. Of course, if you want a healthy way to lose a few pounds, then you’re good! Either way, if you have any difficulties, you can alternate with Absorb Plus Vegan or Original.

Please Note: I strongly advise you purchase a few sample sizes of Absorb Plus Amino, or just 1 tub, before buying the volume needed to do a full elemental diet. This will allow you to check for allergies or intolerance to any of the ingredients. Signs of intolerance or food allergy include brain fog, grogginess, sore joints, headaches, nausea, gut pain, skin rash, blurred vision, asthma, chest pains, edema, elevated blood pressure, etc.

How Many Servings Per Jar?

There are approximately 10 servings per jar – sometimes a little bit more, sometimes a little bit less as Absorb Plus Amino is packed by weight and there can be some settling during shipping and storage. Start with half a serving and build up gradually, allowing your body time to adjust.

What are the benefits of Absorb Plus Amino?

  • Easy and gentle on your stomach and digestive system
  • Daily nutritional support
  • Delicious taste – and all natural!
  • Feel more energy and sleep better
  • May be used exclusively as part of an elemental, bowel rest diet (reduced fecal matter), or along with other foods as part of a low residue diet, or to provide high quality nutrients in liquid, easily-digested form.
  • May also be used for food clearance or allergy testing.
  • Absorb Plus Amino has been carefully formulated to meet the unique needs of people who have problems chewing, swallowing, digesting or absorbing their food.
  • BEST tasting elemental shake on the market!

Absorb Plus Amino was formulated to provide maximum nutrition to help build and strengthen your immune system and allow you to maintain or gain solid weight (muscle, not fat). Absorb Plus Amino provides nutrients, supplements, free-form amino acids, and carbohydrates (organic tapioca maltodextrin – from cassava root) in the most desirable forms and proportions, and in ratios that allow for optimum use and absorption. This liquid diet protein shake also includes an extensive array of therapeutic free-form amino acids, with a superior vitamin and mineral profile (including trace minerals).

In addition to 13 grams of free-form amino acids as the protein source, Absorb Plus Amino ALSO contains a custom-blend of 10 additional targeted amino acids, for example:

  • L-Serine for production of immunoglobulins and antibodies
  • L-Threonine to aid the formation of collagen and elastin
  • L-Cysteine to aid wound healing
  • L-Tyrosine to aid the function of pituitary, adrenal, and thyroid glands
  • L-Aspartic Acid to protect the liver
  • L-Proline to aid cartilage, strengthen joints, tendons, and heart muscle

Our vitamin and mineral panel:

  • Full panel of trace minerals – trace mineral deficiency is common in chronic illness.
  • Also contains 10 mcg Vitamin K2 (as MK-7; first identified by Dr. Weston A. Price as “Activator X”) per serving. Along with the full spectrum of B vitamins and Iodine.
  • Contains full electrolyte panel.

It’s 180 calories per serving and certified gluten-free (less than 20 ppm). Made with 100% natural flavors, it contains absolutely no artificial ingredients or preservatives.

Check With Your Insurance

Absorb Plus Amino is not considered a dietary supplement. It is labeled as a food after we received feedback from our readers that this could help people possibly get it covered by their insurance.

I’m excited to hear some feedback from ya’ll on this new product!! If you have any questions, please drop a comment below. And let me know what you think when you leave a product review. 🙂