HISTIDINE
There is a long list of important things histidine does. Listed here are only a few:
- siginificant in the growth and repair of tissues
- involved in the maintenance of nerve cell coverings
- necessary for production of red and white blood cells
- helps to lower blood pressure
- aids in removing heavy metals from the body
- may help in the prevention of AIDS
- histamine is derived from histidine
- may be helpful with indigestion resulting from a lack of stomach acid
Taken together with B3 and B6, histidine can help improve sexual functioning. Inadequate levels may contribute to rheumatoid arthritis and nerve deafness.
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FACTS ABOUT
AMINO ACIDS
The following are the Recommended Dietary Allowance grams of protein needed each day.
Children, 1 – 3: 13g
Children, 4 – 8: 19g
Children, 9 – 13: 34g
Girls, 14 – 18: 46g
Boys, 14 – 18: 52g
Women,19 – 70+: 46g
Men, 19 – 70+: 56g
EXAMPLES of protein in foods:
1C of milk = 8 grams
A 3 oz piece of meat = approx 21 grams
1C of dry beans = 16 grams
8 oz of yogurt = approx 11 grams
These four sources would meet the protein needs of an adult male.
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