One of three branched-chain amino acids (the others are leucine and isoleucine) that enhance energy, increase endurance, and aid in muscle tissue recovery and repair This group also lowers elevated blood sugar levels and increases growth hormone production Supplemental valine should always be combined with isoleucine and leucine at a respective milligram ratio of 2: 1: 2
One of the essential amino acids, found in most proteins. Produced industrially by hydrolysis of proteins or by chemical synthesis, it is used in biochemical and nutritional research and as a dietary supplement