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What
Are They?
The essential amino acids
Leucine, Isoleucine and Valine are called branched chain
amino acids. The main functions of all three are to
stimulate protein synthesis and decrease protein breakdown. Leucine metabolizes fats,
valine metabolizes carbohydrates
and Isoleucine metabolizes both fats and carbohydrates.
Functions
of Branched Chain Amino Acid?
BCAAs serve as important fuel
sources for skeletal muscle during periods of metabolic
stress. Branched-Chain Amino Acids have an effect on all
protein metabolism and during periods of stress are required
by the body in larger amounts than any other amino acid.
BCAAs have been used in medicine as part of the treatment
for some forms of liver disease and following surgery and
chronic illness to improve healing and recovery.
Where Are They Found?
Good sources BCAAs are found
in chicken, eggs, fish, lentils, liver, red meat, rye seeds, and
soy protein. |
