L Leucine Information - Crystal Leucine and Leucine supplements

Leucine is a branched chain amino acid used as a source of energy. It helps reduce muscle protein breakdown. Leucine modulates uptake of neurotransmitter precursors by the brain as well as the release of enkephalins, which inhibit the passage of pain signals into the nervous system. Leucine promotes healing of skin and broken bones.

Molecular Weight - 131.17

Occurence - 9.06 %

Leucine Food Sources

Whole grains and milk and milk products, eggs, pork, beef, chicken, pulses, soya beans, and leafy vegetables are high in leucine.

Leucine Deficiency Symptoms

Excess of leucine in daily diet may be a precipitating factor in developing pellagra.