One of the three branched chain amino acids (BCAAs). It is involved in stimulating muscle cell growth, and regeneration, and is involved in energy production. Sources include beef, chicken, pork, fish, tofu, yogurt, beans, podded peas, seeds, nuts, and whole grains like oatmeal.
Quick Facts
-One of three BCAAs
-Involved in stimulating muscle cell growth, and regeneration
-Involved in energy production
RDI
26 mg / kg [105]
Sources
Beef, chicken, pork, fish, tofu, yogurt, beans, podded peas, seeds, nuts, and whole grains like oatmeal [138]
