One of three branched-chain amino acids (the others are valine and leucine) that enhance energy, increase endurance, and aid in muscle tissue recovery and repair This group also lowers elevated blood sugar levels and increases growth hormone production Supplemental valine should always be combined with valine and leucine at a respective milligram ratio of 1: 2: 2
One of the essential amino acids, present in most common proteins. It was first isolated in 1904 from fibrin, a protein involved in coagulation. It is used in medicine and biochemical research and as a nutritional supplement
An essential amino acid, C{6}H{13}NO{2}, isomeric with leucine, found in most animal proteins