Glucose[edit] Glucose (C6H12O6, also known as D-glucose, dextrose, or grape sugar) is a simple sugar (monosaccharide) and an important carbohydrate in biology. Cells use it as a source of energy and a metabolic intermediate. Glucose is one of the main products of photosynthesis and starts cellular respiration.
A meal of chicken and rice. A diet to build lean muscle needs to be high in calories and revolve around healthy foods. While the overall calorie, protein, carbohydrate and fat content of your diet determines how much muscle you gain, rather than specific foods, certain foods deserve a place in your eating plan.
Protein. Protein is well-known for its role in adding to lean muscle mass, but protein also gives structure to all cells and provides energy when carbs and fat are not available. Your diet should consist of 10 to 35 percent protein, which provides 4 calories per gram.rotein. Protein is well-known for its role in adding to lean muscle mass, but protein also gives structure to all cells and provides energy when carbs and fat are not available. Your diet should consist of 10 to 35 percent protein, which provides 4 calories per gram.