What is Di-Leucine ?
Di-leucine is a dipeptide composed of two leucine amino acid molecules linked together. It's considered a leucine-based dipeptide and has been shown to be more effective than individual leucine in stimulating muscle protein synthesis and may potentially offer enhanced bioavailability and absorption compared to standard L-leucine.
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Mechanism of Action: Understanding the Mechanism of Action of Leucine Dipeptide( Di-leucine )
The effectiveness of leucine dipeptides ( Di-leucine) stems from how the body processes and utilises the amino acid. While leucine has long been recognised as a key amino acid for muscle growth, research has shown that a special peptide, di-leucine, made up of two leucine molecules bound together, offers unique benefits.
1 .Enhanced absorption by peptide transport.
A key difference between dileucine and regular leucine is the way they enter the bloodstream. When we consume protein, our bodies usually convert individual amino acids into peptides before they are absorbed.
It's not a random process - our bodies deliberately go out of their way to produce these peptides, suggesting that there are important biological reasons for doing so.
Dileucine utilises a special transport system in our gut called the PepT1 transporter protein. This system allows dileucine to be absorbed more efficiently than individual leucine molecules. Studies have shown that leucine dipeptides are absorbed 185% faster than conventional leucine , hence the name DL-185!
Who should consider using DL185™ Leucine Dipeptide?
The following groups of people may benefit from DL185™ supplementation:
1.Athletes undergoing resistance training: the most immediate application comes from Hagele's study, which showed clear benefits in terms of improved strength and performance for athletes undergoing resistance training.
2.Aging populations: although not yet directly studied, the absorption-enhancing properties of di - leucine may be beneficial to older adults whose protein utilisation efficiency often declines. We explore this idea in our on the anti-aging applications of leucine dipeptides.
Recovery-Focused Athletes: Athletes participating in high-volume training programmes may benefit from di - leucine's ability to stimulate muscle protein synthesis more effectively than traditional leucine supplements.
3.People with limited protein intake: People who have difficulty consuming enough protein may benefit from the efficient delivery system and enhanced anabolic properties of di - leucine. This is also in line with our anti-aging strategy, as older users often have inadequate protein intake.
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Vegan-friendly solution
While not the most cost-effective solution, DL185 is targeted at high-end consumers and brands seeking the ultimate in anabolic signalling. The higher price of the leucine dipeptide (Dileucine) reflects the special enzymatic process used to bind two fermented leucine molecules. Its vegan-friendly dipeptide profile further enhances its premium positioning in the market.
NNB Nutrition's commitment to research-backed ingredients is reflected in these studies, and we expect to see more data supporting the efficacy of Di - leucine in the coming years.