Leucine
An essential branched-chain amino acid not made by the body, critical for muscle protein synthesis. Highest quality protein sources are rich in leucine, like whey protein.
Videos Mentioning Leucine

The Truth About Creatine & Exercise! 30% Of People Will Die From This! The Healthy Ageing Doctor
The Diary Of A CEO
An essential branched-chain amino acid not made by the body, critical for muscle protein synthesis. Highest quality protein sources are rich in leucine, like whey protein.

Protein Digestion Speed, Bone Density, Push-Pull Ratios (Episode 79)
Stronger By Science

Responders, Non-Responders, and Fish Oil (Episode 61)
Stronger By Science
An amino acid that, along with other BCAAs, might have a competitive effect with tryptophan on brain function, potentially disrupting sleep if consumed in huge quantities right before bed.

Q&A Extravaganza (Episode 58)
Stronger By Science
An amino acid that, in high doses (15-19g/day), might partially attenuate muscle loss during detraining, though dietary strategies are generally less effective than active loading.