The Effects of Leucine on Protein Synthesis

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Leucine is the most effective and powerful amino acid that triggers protein synthesis, i.e. when cells start making their own respective proteins. When you're looking at whey, it's around 14% of the total protein of leucine. Take into account that you probably need to eat more of the plant-based proteins.

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References:

Factors influencing our food choices

https://pressbooks.bccampus.ca/nutr1100/chapter/lifestyles-and-nutrition/

https://www.statista.com/statistics/282371/factors-influencing-consumer-food-product-choice-in-the-uk/

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