Glutamine is the most abundant and versatile amino acid in the body. In health and disease,
the rate of glutamine consumption by immune cells is similar or greater than glucose. For …

An adequate and balanced diet is of utmost importance in recovery and rehabilitation.“
Rehabilitation nutrition” for injury recovery of athletes is similar to sports nutrition, except for …

Leucine, isoleucine and valine are essential aminoacids termed branched-chain amino
acids (BCAA) due to its aliphatic side-chain. In several pathological and physiological …

In this consensus statement on immunonutrition and exercise, a panel of knowledgeable
contributors from across the globe provides a consensus of updated science, including the …

Over the past decade, the role of the gut microbiota in many disease states has gained a
great deal of attention. Mounting evidence from case-control and observational studies has …

Branched‐chain amino acids (BCAA: leucine, isoleucine and valine) are essential amino
acids implicated in glucose metabolism and maintenance of correct brain function. Elevated …

Nutrients can impact and regulate cellular metabolism and cell function which is particularly
important for the activation and function of diverse immune subsets. Among the critical …

The skeletal muscle was always seen from biomechanical and biochemical views. It is well-
established that an active muscle brings many benefits for different body organs and tissues …

Among the branched-chain amino acids, leucine and isoleucine have been well studied for
their roles in improving mitochondrial function and reducing oxidative stress. However, role …

The immune function of the human body is highly influenced by the dietary intake of certain
nutrients and bioactive compounds present in foods. The preventive effects of these …