Thursday, August 23, 2012

Isoleucine & Leucine

Isoleucine
               This amino acid is vital for maintaining the nitrogen balance fundamental to all body functions. It also regulates metabolism of the thymus, spleen and pituitary glands. Rich sources are sunflower seeds, all nuts, except cashew nuts, avacados and olives.

Leucine
           It is the compliment of isoleucine, with a similar chemical composition although in different arrangement. Its functions and sources are also the same.

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