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A proposal for an upper limit of leucine safe intake in healthy adults.
Published Dec 1, 2012 · L. Cynober, D. Bier, M. Kadowaki
The Journal of nutrition
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Abstract
Based on recent research, an upper limit of safe intake (ULSI) for leucine is proposed for healthy adults: 0.53 g/(kg·d). Because leucine has been used as a dietary supplement for many years in people practicing exercise and sport, further study with long-term exposure to leucine in this specific subpopulation should be performed to eventually adjust the ULSI.
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Key takeawayThe upper limit of safe intake for leucine in healthy adults is 0.53 g/(kgd), with further study needed to adjust it for exercise and sport practitioners.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
OutcomesBody Mass Index projections
ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.
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