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The Vital Role of Leucine in Muscle Protein Synthesis

This chapter explores leucine's vital role in muscle protein synthesis, highlighting its function as a key activator for muscle cells during resistance training. It outlines the necessary intake for effective activation and discusses dietary sources and the concept of diminishing returns with excess leucine consumption.

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