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Leucine
Leucine
Leucine (Leu) is one of the three Branched Chain Amino Acids. It is considered to be one of the main amino acids responsible for muscle building.
References
National Academy of Sciences.
Nutrient Requirements of Horses Sixth Edition.
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2007