Amino Acids

Amino Acids

Amino acids are the chemical units (or building blocks) that make up proteins. Amino acids contain about 16% nitrogen. Chemically, this is what distinguishes them from the other two basic nutrients, sugars and fatty acids, which do not contain nitrogen.
To understand how vital amino acids are, you must understand how essential proteins are to life. It is protein that provides the structure for all living things. Every living organism, from the largest animal to the tiniest microbe, is composed of protein. And in its various forms, protein participates in the vital chemical processes that sustain life. The enzymes and hormones that catalyze and regulate all bodily processes are proteins. Next to water, protein makes up the greatest portion of our body weight.
Proteins are chains of amino acids linked together by what are called peptide bonds. Each individual type of protein is composed of a specific group of amino acids in a chemical arrangement. The proteins that make up the human body are not obtained directly from diet. Rather, dietary protein is bracken down into its constituent amino acids, which the body uses to build the specific proteins it needs.

Amino Acid Supplements

L Arginine Metabolizes body fat and tones muscle tissue, increases sperm count in males. aids In the hearing of wounds.
L Aspartic acid Improves stamina and endurance, increases resistance to fatigue, helps protect the central nervous system.
LCamitine The amino acids' close cousin. Controls increases in body fat stores by converting nutrients into energy, enhances athletic performance, disperses excess calories.
LCystine Helps to detoxffy the system, aid In protection from smoke, alcohol and heavy metals, also helps protect the body against xrays and nuclear radiation.
LGlutamine Used primarily asi brain fuel (Improves Intelligence). Alleviates fatigue, and depression, also used In the control of alcoholism.
LGlyclne Used In the treatment of gastric hyperacidity, acidema, low pituitary gland function and progressive muscular dystrophy.
LLysine Improves concentration and mental alertness, Utilizes fatty acids required In energy production, useful in the control and prevention of herpes simplex infection.
LMethionine Used In the treatment of edema and some cases of
schizophrenia, research Indicates a possible link to atherosclerosis and cholesterol deposits.
LOmithine Involved In the release of human growth honnone, converts fat Into energy and muscle, strengthens 'immune system, accelerates tissue repair and mound healing.
LRw~ftnine Controls hunger. improves memory, and alertness, enhances sexual interest, helps alleviate depression.
DI.Pho"ladne A nonaddictive and nontoxic natural pain killer. also is a very strong antidepressant
LTryptophan Antidepressant, reduces anxiety, tension and promotes sleep. Lowers pain sensitivity, also aids in the control of alcoholism.
LTyrosine Appetite depressant, fights fatigue and depression, helps cocaine addicts kick the habit  alleviates the withdrawal symptoms (depression, fatigue, and irritability).

USE AMINO ACIDS SUPPLEMENTS AS DIRECTED ON THE LABEL.








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