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Carnitine
- is not an amino acid in the strictest definition, however, because it has a
chemical structure like an amino acid it is usually put in that category, The
main function of Carnitine in the human body is helping transport long chain
fatty acids. These fatty acids are burned inside cells to provide energy. This
is a major source of energy for your muscles. Thus carnitine is used in health
supplements to boost energy, prevent fatigue, and maintain the body.
Glutathione
- is not technically an amino acid, however, due to its close relationship is
normally grouped with the amino acids. Most glutathione is found in the
liver where it detoxifies many harmful compounds to be excreted thru the bile.
Some glutathione is released directly by the liver into the bloodstream where it
helps to maintain the strength of your red blood cells and also protecting your
white blood cells.
Lysine - is an essential amino acid and is a
building block for all protein in the body. It helps calcium absorption and
nitrogen balance in adults. It cannot be manufactured by your body.
Methionine
- is an essential amino acid that is not synthesized by the body and must be
obtained from food. It is one of the "sulphur-containing" amino
acids and is important in many body functions. Through its supply of sulphur, it
improves the tone and pliability of the skin, conditions the hair and
strengthens nails. The mineral sulphur also protects the cells from
airborne pollutants, such as smog, slows down the aging process in the cells,
and is involved with the production of protein. Methionine is essential for the absorption
and transportation and bio-availability of selenium and zinc in the body.
Taurine
- is an amino acid. It is vital to the proper utilization of sodium, magnesium,
potassium, and calcium. Taurine has a protective effect upon the human
brain. The amino acid taurine is used to treat anxiety
, hyperactivity , poor brain function , hypoglycemia
, epilepsy , hypertension
, and seizures.
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