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The Importance of Essential Amino Acids for Muscle Growth and Function
This chapter discusses the role of essential amino acids in stimulating muscle protein synthesis and turnover, leading to gains in muscle mass and improvements in physical performance. It emphasizes the importance of all nine essential amino acids in maximizing muscle protein synthesis and highlights the benefits of accelerated muscle protein turnover. The chapter also addresses the safety and optimal dosage of essential amino acids for muscle maintenance and growth.