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mTOR Signaling

mTOR is the master switch for muscle growth and protein synthesis.

Evidence note: Leucine and resistance training activate mTOR. Key for muscle protein synthesis.
EVIDENCE
established
INGREDIENTS
3
BIOMARKERS
1

What it
changes.

Activating this pathway affects the following measurable biomarkers.

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Lean Body Mass
kg
varies

What
affects it.

amino-acid
Creatine

The most studied sports supplement. Increases phosphocreatine stores in muscle.

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vitamin
Vitamin B12

Required for DNA synthesis and red blood cell formation. Methyl and adenosyl forms are bioidentical [citation:34].

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vitamin
Folate

Required for DNA synthesis and homocysteine metabolism.

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Contributes to these goals.

ALL GOALS →
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Muscle Gain

Building lean body mass through training, protein synthesis, and anabolic support.

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Strength

Maximal force production — 1RM, power output, neuromuscular efficiency.