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Overview
AMINO ACIDS are the "building
Blocks" of the body. Besides
building cells and repairing tissue, they form antibodies to combat
invading bacteria & viruses; they are part of the enzyme &
hormonal system; they build nucleoproteins (RNA & DNA); they
carry oxygen throughout the body and participate in muscle activity. When
protein is broken down by digestion the result is 22 known amino acids.
Eight are essential (cannot be manufactured by the body) the rest are
non-essential ( can be manufactured by the body with proper nutrition).
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| TRYPTOPHAN (Essential Amino Acid)
A natural relaxant, helps
alleviate insomnia by inducing normal sleep; reduces
anxiety & depression; helps
in the treatment of migraine headaches; helps
the immune system; helps
reduce the risk of artery & heart spasms; works with Lysine in reducing
cholesterol levels.
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| LYSINE (Essential Amino Acid)
Insures the adequate absorption of
calcium; helps form collagen
( which makes up bone cartilage & connective tissues); aids
in the production of antibodies, hormones
& enzymes. Recent studies have shown that Lysine may be
effective against herpes by improving the balance of nutrients that reduce
viral growth. A deficiency may result in tiredness, inability to
concentrate, irritability, bloodshot eyes, retarded growth, hair loss
,anemia & reproductive problems.
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| METHIONINE (Essential Amino Acid)
Is a principle supplier of sulfur which prevents
disorders of the hair, skin
and nails; helps lower
cholesterol levels by increasing the liver's production of
lecithin; reduces liver fat and protects the kidneys; a natural chelating
agent for heavy metals; regulates the formation of ammonia and creates
ammonia-free urine which reduces bladder irritation; influences
hair follicles and promotes hair growth.
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| PHENYLALAINE (Essential Amino Acid)
Used by the brain to produce
Norepinephrine, a chemical that transmits signals between nerve cells and
the brain; keeps you awake &
alert; reduces hunger pains;
functions as an antidepressant
and helps improve memory.
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| THREONINE (Essential Amino Acid)
Is an important constituent of collagen,
Elastin, and enamel protein; helps prevents fat build-up in the liver; helps
the digestive and intestinal tracts function more smoothly; assists
metabolism and assimilation.
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| VALINE (Essential Amino Acid)
Promotes
mental vigor, muscle coordination and calm emotions.
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| LEUCINE & ISOLEUCINE
(Essential Amino Acid)
They provide ingredients for the
manufacturing of other essential biochemical components in the body, some
of which are utilized for the
production of energy, stimulants
to the upper brain and helping you to be more alert.
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| ARGININE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Studies have shown that is has improved
immune responses to bacteria, viruses & tumor cells; promotes
wound healing and regeneration of the liver; causes
the release of growth hormones; considered
crucial for optimal muscle growth and tissue repair.
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| TYROSINE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Transmits nerve impulses to the brain; helps
overcome depression; Improves
memory; increases mental
alertness; promotes the
healthy functioning of the thyroid, adrenal
and pituitary glands.
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| GLYCINE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Helps trigger the release of oxygen to
the energy requiring cell-making process; Important
in the manufacturing of hormones responsible for a strong immune system.
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| SERINE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
A storage source of glucose by the liver
and muscles; helps strengthen the
immune system by providing antibodies; synthesizes fatty acid
sheath around nerve fibers.
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| GLUTAMIC ACID (Non-Essential Amino
Acid)
Considered to be nature's "Brain
food" by improving mental
capacities; helps speed the healing of ulcers; gives
a "lift" from fatigue; helps control alcoholism, schizophrenia
and the craving for sugar.
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| ASPARTIC ACID (Non-Essential Amino
Acid)
Aids
in the expulsion of harmful ammonia from the body. When ammonia
enters the circulatory system it acts as a highly toxic substance which
can be harmful to the central nervous system. Recent studies have shown
that Aspartic Acid may increase resistance to fatigue and increase
endurance.
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| TAURINE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Helps stabilize the excitability of
membranes which is very important in the control of epileptic seizures.
Taurine and sulfur are considered to be factors necessary for the control
of many biochemical changes that take place in the aging process; aids
in the clearing of free radical wastes.
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| CYSTINE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Functions as an antioxidant and is a powerful
aid to the body in protecting against radiation and pollution. It
can help slow down the aging process, deactivate
free radicals, neutralize
toxins; aids in protein synthesis and presents cellular change. It
is necessary for the formation of the skin, which aids
in the recovery from burns and surgical operations. Hair and skin
are made up 10-14% Cystine.
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| HISTIDINE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Is found abundantly in hemoglobin; has
been used in the treatment of
rheumatoid arthritis, allergic
diseases, ulcers &
anemia. A deficiency can cause poor hearing.
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| PROLINE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Is extremely important for the proper
functioning of joints and tendons; also helps
maintain and strengthen heart muscles.
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| ALANINE (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Is an important source
of energy for muscle tissue, the
brain and central nervous system; strengthens
the immune system by producing antibodies; helps
in the metabolism of sugars and organic acids.
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