Leucine and isoleucine are among the 20 amino acids found naturally in the human body. They are very similar in structure but have small differences which change their physiological properties.

The three BCAAs are leucine, isoleucine, and valine. All have a branched molecular structure and are considered essential to the human body. BCAAs make up a large chunk of the body’s total amino ...

As the name might suggest, isoleucine is, in fact, an isomer of leucine. This means that both amino acids have the same molecular formula but differ in structure. Importantly, the two isomers ...

Dietary restriction of isoleucine increases healthspan and lifespan of genetically heterogeneous mice. Cell Metabolism , 2023; 35 (11): 1976 DOI: 10.1016/j.cmet.2023.10.005 Cite This Page : ...