June 2016 PMID 27053525

Activation of mTORC1 by leucine is potentiated by branched-chain amino acids and even more so by essential amino acids following resistance exercise.

Marcus Moberg, William Apró, Björn Ekblom, Gerrit van Hall, Hans-Christer Holmberg, Eva Blomstrand

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Peak: 4 in Oct 2022
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What people are saying

The discussions predominantly reflect support and enthusiasm for the research, with examples like mentions of the article being a 'classic study' or referencing scientific authors that reinforce the credibility and importance of the findings. The tone is analytical yet indicates a growing interest in applying insights about amino acids to exercise nutrition, demonstrating moderate to high engagement and perceived impact.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the article’s findings, emphasizing the importance of EAAs for muscle activation.

InterestHigh interest

Participants show high interest, frequently referencing the research and its implications for muscle recovery.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts involve referencing specific studies and highlighting the significance of amino acids, indicating moderate engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discourse suggests the research influences supplementation choices and understanding of muscle growth mechanisms, indicating a noticeable impact.

Abstract in brief

  • The study found that consuming essential amino acids (EAA) after resistance exercise leads to greater activation of muscle protein synthesis signals than just leucine or branched-chain amino acids (BCAA), especially within the first 90 minutes of recovery.
  • While BCAA and EAA both stimulate anabolic signaling, EAA seem to do so more effectively, likely because they include all essential amino acids necessary for muscle growth. However, the specific contribution of BCAA alone to this effect remains unclear.
  • After 180 minutes, the differences between EAA and BCAA diminish, but both still promote more muscle building signals than leucine alone or placebo, highlighting the importance of a full spectrum of essential amino acids for optimal recovery.]

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Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

Activation of mTORC1 by leucine is potentiated by branched-chain amino acids and even more so by essential amino acids following resistance exercise @MobergPhD @WiApro Eva Blomstrand & colleagues https://t.co/SrjKwBc9uJ This classic study concluded that... (1/3)

Oct 19, 2022 · 18 likes · 1 share · 41,703 followers View post →
KENTO/カジュアルに栄養の本質を学べる学校を作る。
@sudokeeen · X

参考 https://t.co/HD6e8V7r9P https://t.co/JYtaXSDVuS

Nov 22, 2022 · 8 likes · 52,130 followers View post →
OJSN
@iamojsn · X

Activation of mTORC1 by leucine is potentiated by branched-chain amino acids and even more so by essential amino acids following resistance exercise - PubMed https://t.co/OcDcuX0HgF

Jun 15, 2024 · 1 like · 14,968 followers View post →
Gommaar D'Hulst
@Gommaar · X

That is likely because they read this elegant study by @MobergPhD and @WiApro apro showing that resistance exercise and essential amino acids both indepently increase mTORC1 activity in the muscle. https://t.co/KybihtBI2w 3/ https://t.co/H3A4556ouH

Oct 17, 2022 · 1 like · 1,323 followers View post →
RevGenetics
@RevGenetics · X

Yes we also have Leucine in our Stem Cell Pro product. We make no claims as we only guarantee good ingredients, but you should read about Leucine activation of mTORC1 in the lab. https://t.co/S82oVPcasz

Oct 19, 2022 · 2,038 followers View post →
炭田 健太郎|Kentaro Sumida
@dubstep_ken · X

RT @toharabrothers: EAA・BCAA・ロイシンの筋合成効果を比較した論文 https://t.co/6ocfbbBHEv トレーニーを対象に、筋トレ前中後とリカバリー中にEAA・BCAA・ロイシンのどれかを飲ませた。 結果、EAA>BCAA>ロイシンの順に…

Jul 2, 2021 · 53 shares · 1,148 followers View post →

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@PM5ZDl5y4125611 · X

RT @toharabrothers: EAA・BCAA・ロイシンの筋合成効果を比較した論文 https://t.co/6ocfbbBHEv トレーニーを対象に、筋トレ前中後とリカバリー中にEAA・BCAA・ロイシンのどれかを飲ませた。 結果、EAA>BCAA>ロイシンの順に…

Dec 17, 2024 · 53 shares · 202 followers View post →
OJSN
@iamojsn · X

Activation of mTORC1 by leucine is potentiated by branched-chain amino acids and even more so by essential amino acids following resistance exercise - PubMed https://t.co/OcDcuX0HgF

Jun 15, 2024 · 1 like · 14,968 followers View post →
Brock Butler
@Brockinthegym · X

4/ Amino acids are the building blocks of proteins. BCAAs have been around for a while, but the research is saying that these don't do anything for muscle protein synthesis. It's much better to supplement with EAAs (essential amino acids). https://t.co/rzsOJFNbNJ

Jun 28, 2023 · 546 followers View post →
KENTO/カジュアルに栄養の本質を学べる学校を作る。
@sudokeeen · X

参考 https://t.co/HD6e8V7r9P https://t.co/JYtaXSDVuS

Nov 22, 2022 · 8 likes · 52,130 followers View post →
Mind Your Science!
@MindYourSci · X

RT @agingdoc1: Activation of mTORC1 by leucine is potentiated by branched-chain amino acids and even more so by essential amino acids follo…

Oct 20, 2022 · 1 share · 133 followers View post →
RevGenetics
@RevGenetics · X

Yes we also have Leucine in our Stem Cell Pro product. We make no claims as we only guarantee good ingredients, but you should read about Leucine activation of mTORC1 in the lab. https://t.co/S82oVPcasz

Oct 19, 2022 · 2,038 followers View post →
Agingdoc
@agingdoc1 · X

Activation of mTORC1 by leucine is potentiated by branched-chain amino acids and even more so by essential amino acids following resistance exercise @MobergPhD @WiApro Eva Blomstrand & colleagues https://t.co/SrjKwBc9uJ This classic study concluded that... (1/3)

Oct 19, 2022 · 18 likes · 1 share · 41,703 followers View post →
Gommaar D'Hulst
@Gommaar · X

That is likely because they read this elegant study by @MobergPhD and @WiApro apro showing that resistance exercise and essential amino acids both indepently increase mTORC1 activity in the muscle. https://t.co/KybihtBI2w 3/ https://t.co/H3A4556ouH

Oct 17, 2022 · 1 like · 1,323 followers View post →
葉隠れ
@osanpochuudayo · X

Activation of mTORC1 by leucine is potentiated by branched-chain amino acids and even more so by essential amino acids following resistance exercise - PubMed https://t.co/twZCjavFHY

Oct 28, 2021 · 877 followers View post →
炭田 健太郎|Kentaro Sumida
@dubstep_ken · X

RT @toharabrothers: EAA・BCAA・ロイシンの筋合成効果を比較した論文 https://t.co/6ocfbbBHEv トレーニーを対象に、筋トレ前中後とリカバリー中にEAA・BCAA・ロイシンのどれかを飲ませた。 結果、EAA>BCAA>ロイシンの順に…

Jul 2, 2021 · 53 shares · 1,148 followers View post →