CARNITINE
GABA
GLUTAMINE
HISTIDINE
ISOLEUCINE
LEUCINE
LYSINE
METHIONINE
PHENYLALANINE
THREONINE
TRYPTOPHAN
TYROSINE
VALINE
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THREONINE
Threonine promotes normal growth and is important in the formation of tooth enamel. In your liver, threonine assists in general functioning and lipotropic functioning (prevention or correction of excessive fat deposits - a buildup of which could cause liver failure). Threonine helps keep muscles strong and elastic due to its importance in the formation of collagen and elastin, which also keeps your skin wrinkle-free, looking younger and your arteries supple. Threonin is present in the heart and central nervous system. Diseases affecting nerve and muscle function may be lessened with threonine and it may help in treating certain types of depression. Threonine enhances immune system functioning by aiding in the production of certain antibodies. Dietary sources of threonine include dairy foods, meat, grains, mushrooms and leafy vegetables. By eating a balanced diet, it is highly unlikely you will suffer from a threonine deficiency. Threonine is available in protein supplements such as protein powder/bars and amino acid tablets.
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FACTS ABOUT
AMINO ACIDS
The amino acid aspartic acid is responsible for all sorts of important functions in the body including absorbing toxins and removing them from the bloodstream, moving certain minerals across intestinal lining and playing a vital role in metabolism. When combined with threonine and methionine, it aids in liver function. In proper balance in the body, aspartic acid is beneficial for neural and brain disorders. It has been found in increased amounts in people with epilepsy and in decreased amounts in people with certain types of depression. The combination of phenylalanine and aspartic acid creates the controversial additive we know as aspartame.
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DEFICIENCIES
Symptoms of threonine deficiency include emotional agitation, confusion, digestion difficulties and fatty liver. Exceeding recommended doses can disrupt liver function and/or cause excess formation of urea leading to ammonia toxicity.
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