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branched-chain amino acids |
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amino acid /ami·no ac·id/ (ah-me´no) one of a class of organic compounds containing the amino (NH2) and the carboxyl (COOH) groups; they occur naturally in plant and animal tissue and form the chief constituents of protein. branched-chain amino acids leucine, isoleucine, and valine. essential amino acids the nine α-amino acids that cannot be synthesized by humans but must be obtained from the diet. nonessential amino acids the eleven α-amino acids that can be synthesized by humans and are not specifically required in the diet. branched-chain amino acids, leucine, isoleucine, and valine; they are incorporated into proteins or catabolized for energy. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Cold Fusion Protein Enriched Juice bars are also an excellent source of branched-chain amino acids (BCAA), supplying 2. Circulin restores vital nutrients including folic acid, branched-chain amino acids and GABA, plus phytochemicals found in the herbs Hawthorn and Chinese Cat's Claw. |
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