Polypeptides And Energy Flashcards
1
Q
name the BCAAs
A
isoleucine
leucine
valine
2
Q
functions of BCAAs
A
- build muscle
- source of energy in strenuous exercise
3
Q
leucine inhibits…
A
muscle breakdown
ketogenic (not able to become glucose)
4
Q
histidine is located in high amounts in ____
A
skeletal muscle
5
Q
histidine
sign of muscle breakdown
A
3 methyl histidine in urine
6
Q
function of threonine
A
glycoproteins
