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.
Lean, Protein-Rich Foods. Protein provides amino acids -- the building blocks of muscle. While the belief that more protein is better for increasing muscle isn't necessarily true, according to the ADA, your protein needs do increase to about 15 to 20 percent of your total daily calories when you are strength training.