I just read a study about HMB which is a derivative of the amino acid Luceine(sp?) that says it's supposed to increase muscle mass and decrease muscle wasting. Has anyone heard this and tried the supplement? I'd like to know if it's worked for anyone.

I just read a study about HMB which is a derivative of the amino acid Luceine(sp?) that says it's supposed to increase muscle mass and decrease muscle wasting. Has anyone heard this and tried the supplement? I'd like to know if it's worked for anyone.

It is actually in Atlarge's supplement RESULTS, so I'm sure a few people here have tried it.....

I've never used HMB, but from what I understand it is supposed to be effective at preventing catabolism. Layne Norton was taking it to help prevent muscle loss after he tore his pec...