Amino Acids

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Homocysteine
Posted on 2005-12-30 20:01:01 in Amino Acids |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: It has become evident during the past few years that homocysteine (Hcy), a sulfur-containing amino acid involved in methionine metabolism, is a major independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease - joining the ranks of dyslipidemia, hypertension and smoking. An elevated level of Hcy in the blood increases the risk of atherosclerosis, and consequently heart attacks and strokes. Continue reading…
Lysine
Posted on 2005-12-30 20:01:01 in Amino Acids |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Lysine is an essential amino acid that is found in beans, brewer Continue reading…
Methionine
Posted on 2005-12-30 20:01:01 in Amino Acids |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Methionine is an essential amino acid that is required for the absorption, transportation, and bioavailability of zinc and selenium in the body. Methionine also facilitates the breakdown of fats and prevents accumulation of fat in the liver and arteries. Methionine is obtained in the diet from Brewer Continue reading…
Phenylalanine
Posted on 2005-12-30 20:01:01 in Amino Acids |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Phenylalanine is an essential amino acid, which can be obtained from eating almonds, avocado, bananas, beans, brewer Continue reading…
SAMe (S-adenosyl-L-methionine, S-adenosylmethionine)
Posted on 2005-12-30 20:01:01 in Amino Acids |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: SAMe a compound made from methionine, a sulfur-containing amino acid, and adenosine triphosphate (ATP) - the body Continue reading…
Serine
Posted on 2005-12-30 20:01:01 in Amino Acids |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Serine is a non-essential amino acid needed for the metabolism of fats and fatty acids, muscle growth, and to maintain a healthy immune system - as it aids the production of immunoglobulins and antibodies. It also plays an important role in the manufacture of cell membranes, and the synthesis of both muscle tissue and the sheath that surrounds nerve cells. Continue reading…
Taurine
Posted on 2005-12-30 20:01:01 in Amino Acids |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Taurine is a non-essential amino acid that is obtained from brewer Continue reading…
Threonine
Posted on 2005-12-30 20:01:01 in Amino Acids |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Threonine is an essential amino acid, it is obtained in the diet from beans, Brewer Continue reading…
Tryptophan
Posted on 2005-12-30 20:01:01 in Amino Acids |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Tryptophan is an essential amino acid, it is obtained in the diet from bananas, beans, brewer Continue reading…
5 Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP)
Posted on 2005-12-30 20:01:01 in Amino Acids |
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: The body uses 5 hydroxytryptophan, or 5-HTP to manufacture the neurotransmitter serotonin. Due to its effects upon serotonin levels, 5HT is often used as an antidepressant. ROLE IN ANTI-AGING: 5HT Continue reading…
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