Branched-Chain Amino Acids (BCAA)
اسیدهای آمینه شاخهدار
Leucine, isoleucine and valine, a subgroup of essential amino acids.
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Definition
Leucine, isoleucine and valine, a subgroup of essential amino acids. In sports nutrition, its relevance depends on the athlete, event, training phase and practical context.
Practical use
Consider total daily protein, protein quality and distribution across the day rather than relying on one post-workout serving.
Sources
- Nutrition and Athletic PerformanceAcademy of Nutrition and Dietetics / Dietitians of Canada / ACSM · Position paper · 2016
DOI 10.1016/j.jand.2015.12.006↗