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Carnitine
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
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
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
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 bioavailability 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.
Amino acids include:
Carnitine,
Glutathione,
Lysine,
Methionine, Taurine
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