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Isoleucine, one of the nine essential amino acids, is a branched-chain amino acid (BCAA) that is crucial for protein synthesis and energy production. It is not synthesized by the human body and must be obtained through diet. Sources of isoleucine include meat, fish, poultry, eggs, dairy products, nuts, seeds, and legumes. | |||
In the human body, isoleucine is involved in muscle metabolism and is heavily concentrated in muscle tissue. It is also significant in hemoglobin synthesis and regulation of blood sugar and energy levels. Isoleucine's role as a BCAA makes it vital for repairing muscle tissue, especially after exercise, and in the maintenance of healthy muscle mass, which tends to decline with age. | |||
== Isoleucine and Longevity == | |||
[[Category: Amino Acids]] | |||
[[Category: Longevity]] | |||
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