It is not a real bamboo plant, but is actually a slightly toxic water plant that can be grown in simple pebbles and water. It produces several stalks and leafy growth. Lucky bamboo has several different spiritual meanings, most originating in China and Chinese customs.
Wiktionary (0.00 / 0 votes) Rate this definition: essential amino acid (Noun). One of the naturally occurring amino acids that the human body cannot synthesize, and so must be provided by dietary protein. Origin: See essential and amino acid.
Branched-chain amino acids are essential nutrients. They are proteins found in food. Your muscles burn these amino acids for energy. The specific amino acids that make up the branched-chain amino acids are leucine, isoleucine, and valine. The term branched-chain simply refers to their chemical structure.