I Love Leucine: Why Leucine Packs The Ultimate Punch
Essential amino acids refer to the fundamental building blocks of proteins that cannot be synthesized endogenously, and must be obtained through dietary intake to support homeostasis in the human body. Leucine is one of most important essential amino acids, and the most potent of the three branch-chain amino acids (BCAAs), that supports protein synthesis, tissue regeneration, and metabolism.
Leucine acts as the ignition switch for protein synthesis in the body. Sufficient levels of circulating leucine in the bloodstream help to ameliorate the deleterious effects of sarcopenia in aging populations that struggle to maintain muscle, while supporting maintenance of healthy muscle mass in younger populations. Ensuring an adequate intake of dietary leucine, from any blend or combination or plant and animal-based foods, is incredibly important for human health and longevity.
Leucine stimulates protein synthesis by activating mTORC, which stands for the mammalian target of rapamycin complex. Rapamycin is a compound that was discovered, by accident, as researchers dug in the soil around the ancient monoliths at Rapa Nui, or Easter Island. However, the pathway specific to Rapamycin, dubbed as mTOR, was discovered by a pHD Researcher at Johns Hopkins University named David Sabbatini. mTOR was discovered to regulate a variety of physiological processes, including cell proliferation, autophagy, and cell apoptosis.
From a dietary research perspective, the traditional narrative on plant-based proteins dictates that the concentration of amino acids found in such foods is inferior to animal based alternatives. While there is truth to the fact that animal-based proteins tend to contain a higher concentration of amino acids, like leucine, Phyba has taken the next step in plant-based protein formulation to ensure that the amino acid content of our protein powder stands out as truly superior to the rest.
When isolating plant-based protein sources, the inadequacy of key amino acids can stand out as a concern for those interested in promoting lean muscle mass, such as the lack of methionine and cysteine in pea protein. However, the formulation experts at Phyba understand that the combination of multiple plant protein sources, such as those found in Phyba PLNT (pea protein, watermelon seed, pumpkin seed, and sunflower seed) form a complete protein complex that delivers high concentrations of amino acids, like leucine. We have also figured out a way to increase the absorption by creating a substance called Gut Matrix which helps us breakdown and assimilate the plant protein better (easier to digest) than our competitors.
Just take a look at the following comparisons between Phyba PLNT protein and our closest plant-based competitors…
PHYBA - serve size 30g:
- Total Protein - 76% protein per scoop
- Protein blend - Organic pea, watermelon seed, pumpkin seed, sunflower seed
- BCAA dosage - 3915mg per serve
- Texture - Ultra fine milled particles
- Leucine (%) - 6.1%
- Digestive support - GUT MATRIX
- Price $79.95/ $2.60 per serve
MACRO MIKE - serve size 40g:
- Total Protein - 61% protein per scoop
- Protein blend - Peanut Protein, Faba Bean Protein, Pea Protein
- BCAA dosage - 4032mg per serve
- Texture - smooth
- Leucine (%) 4.5%
- Digestive support - Probiotic lactospore
- Price - $74.95/ $2.99 per serve
WHITE WOLF - 30g serve:
- Total Protein % per scoop - 75.6%
- Protein blend - Pea, Watermelon, Pumpkin
- BCAA dosage - 3903mg
- Texture - Ultra fine mill
- Flavour - 4.9 star
- Leucine (%) 6.1%
- Digestive support - Digezyme + lactospore
- Price - $79.99/ $2.66 per serve
As you can see, Phyba PLNT protein has the highest concentration of leucine per serving by comparison to our top plant-based competitors. This ensures that as a Phyba customer, you are receiving a full amino acid complex in every serving of plant protein, thereby supporting athletic performance, lean muscle mass, and physiological longevity!
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