L-Leucine

Leucine is an essential amino acid that is used in the biosynthesis of proteins. Leucine is an α-amino acid, meaning it contains an α-amino group, an α-carboxylic acid group, and a side chain isobutyl group, making it a non-polar aliphatic amino acid. 

When Should I Take Leucine?

The recommended dose for leucine is between 2-5 grams, taken fasted or with a low-protein meal. If your BCAA supplement has at least 2 grams of leucine, you’re good to go. It would be very useful to take post-workout, as it can accelerate muscle growth and recovery.

Can leucine help you lose weight?

And in the latest study, researchers suggest the key to losing fat and maintaining muscle can be found in one ingredient in protein-rich animal foods. … Nutritionist Donald Layman, PhD, says protein-rich foods high in the amino acid leucine helpmaintain muscle mass while reducing body fat during weight loss.

What does leucine do to your body?

Leucine is one of the 3 branched chain amino acids. These amino acids can be used by skeletal muscle to give energy during exercise. Eating foods that have complete protein gives enough of these amino acids. … It may increase muscle growth and lean body mass.