547: How to lose fat & build muscle at the same time | Exercise & nutrition scientist Bill Campbell, Ph.D.
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The Importance of Leucine in Protein Synthesis
The key insight is that leucine plays a crucial role in triggering muscle protein synthesis. It is emphasized that high-quality protein sources, particularly from animal products, are important due to their leucine content. However, plant-based protein sources can be equally effective, but larger quantities are often required to match the leucine levels found in animal sources.
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