by Jarret Morrow, M.D.
Leucine is an essential/branched-chain amino acid which has been gaining considerable research attention lately for its potential performance-enhancing or ergogenic effects. In particular, researchers have been interested in its ability to promote muscle synthesis as well as to reduce muscle loss during dieting.Like many supplements that have their roots in animal studies, translating More…
With the recent buzz surrounding the obesity epidemic, particularly in More…
Obesity is an ongoing problem in developed nations. According to the More…
Branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) are essential amino acids that have More…
Beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate (HMB) is a leucine-derived More…
Leucine and Muscle Hyptertrophy Leucine being an essential amino acid More…
Branched-chain amino acids (BCAA) have been available as a dietary More…
