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Non Essential Amino Acids
Conversion to glutamic acid in the brain, essential for cerebral functions, increases
the amount of GABA (gamma-
Use in the muscles for the synthesis of muscle proteins,
Use to balance the acid / alkaline level, is the basis or building blocks of RNA and DNA.
A source of fuel for cells lining the intestines
Use by white blood cells -
Building protein in the body and synthesis of nucleic acids
The construction of RNA and DNA
Bile acids and other amino acids in the body
Assists the absorption of calcium in the body.
Assists in retarding degeneration of muscles It is also found in fairly large amounts in the prostate fluid and may for this reason be important in prostate health.
Use by the nervous system, has a function as an inhibitory neurotransmitter
Assisting collagen formation and helps contain the loss of collagen during aging.
The maintenance of muscles, joints and tendons.
Metabolism of fat, tissue growth
Maintaining a healthy immune system
Assists in the production of immunoglobulins and antibodies.
Formation of cell membranes
Assists the metabolism of purines and pyrimidines, and muscle synthesis
Brain functions
Proper functioning of the thyroid as well as the pituitary and adrenal gland
A precursor amino acid for the thyroid gland hormone thyroxin
Assists with stress reduction and may be beneficial in narcolepsy, fatigue, anxiety, depression, allergies, headaches
An excitatory neurotransmitter for the central nervous system
Of use for the treatment of wasting muscles after illness and post-
Assists in removing ammonia from the brain.
The body requires nitrogen, free nitrogen in the body can be harmful as it forms ammonia – especially toxic to the brain.
Helps to supply extra creatine in the body.
Help prevent epileptic seizures
Used in the treatment of manic depression and hyperactivity.
Some derivatives are important components of the phospholipids found in biological membranes
Is a constituent of brain proteins and nerve coverings
Is a constituent of brain proteins and nerve coverings (myelin sheaths)
Can be synthesized in the body from glycine, requiring adequate amounts of B3, B-
.
Precursor of adrenaline, dopamine and norepinephrine
A defect may result in hypothyroidism, severe growth failure, and retardation of central nervous system development.
