Scientists discover the nutrient that can supercharge cellular energy

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May 21, 2026, 1:34 am183 ptsTrendingTop
Researchers discovered that leucine, a nutrient found in protein-rich foods, can supercharge mitochondria by protecting crucial energy-producing proteins inside cells. The breakthrough uncovers a powerful new link between diet and cellular energy — with possible implications for cancer and metabolic disease…

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