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Molecular
Rapidly digested, leucine-rich protein sources may stimulate greater post-exercise rates of MPS than other protein sources.
Choosing leucine-rich protein sources can enhance muscle recovery and growth post-exercise.
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Specifically, rapidly digested, leucine-rich protein sources may stimulate greater postexercise rates of MPS than other protein sources.
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Based on recent evidence discussed in the review.
Source
Nutrient interaction for optimal protein anabolism in resistance exercise
Leigh Breen et al. · Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition & Metabolic Care · 2012
DOI 10.1097/mco.0b013e3283516850
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