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International Society of Sports Nutrition Position Stand: Effects of essential amino acid supplementation on exercise and performance

Arny A. Ferrandoa University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Center for Translational Research in Aging and Longevity, Department of Geriatrics, Little Rock, AR, USACorrespondence[email protected]
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Robert R. Wolfea University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Center for Translational Research in Aging and Longevity, Department of Geriatrics, Little Rock, AR, USAView further author information
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Article: 2263409 | Received 20 Sep 2023, Accepted 21 Sep 2023, Published online: 06 Oct 2023

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