Leucine - Dictionary Definition and Overview

Leucine :  (noun)

1: a white crystalline amino acid occurring in proteins that is essential for nutrition; obtained by the hydrolysis of most dietary proteins

Based on WordNet 2.0

Leucine :  Leucine: An protein . A dietary essential amino acid, leucine is needed for optimal growth in childhood. It is one of the three branched-chain amino acids. Symbol: Leu.



Based on WordNet (r) 2.0 (August 2003)

Example Usage of Leucine

vinvas22: @gyvergyver BCAAs are a pain to dissolve on anything and Leucine is horrible. Get flavored and use water. Recommended.
KarenHayden: Leucine so you don't lose muscle. And a creamy flavor so you don't lose your will.
NatKanSu: Whey protein has more Leucine (BCAA) than milk, soy, or egg protein. BCAA = better absorption & faster muscle recovery
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