Leucine

Product Overview:

It is vital to stimulate the protein synthesis if you are interested in building up muscles or preventing muscle breakdown, that usually occurs during weight-loss diets or ageing. Protein synthesis depends, among other things, on the level of amino acids in the blood, and recently it has become apparent that the amino acid leucine has the most important role in stimulating protein synthesis. Leucine is one the most important amino acids. Leucine activates mTOR (mammalian target of rapamycin), a protein that regulates growth, cell survival, and protein synthesis. Some research has shown that leucine rich food increases weight-loss and maintains muscle mass better. Leucine transforms glucose to energy more efficiently which maintains a constant blood sugar level; this can reduce desire for junk food and nibbling, thus making it very useful for people following a weight-loss diet.

Key benefits:

• Stimulates protein synthesis
• Helps to repair and build up muscles
• Increases energy levels
• Boosts the body’s metabolism
• Retains constant blood sugar level