Conditionally Essential Amino Acids Functions
Arginine
- Plays a role in cell division, healing of wounds and removal of ammonia from the body
- Important for immune function and the production of T lymphocytes
- Integral in protein synthesis
- Precursor to nitric oxide which has many physiological functions, including vasodilation
Cysteine
- Provides an antioxidant function by being a pre-cursor to glutathione
- Source of sulfur
- Aids in hair growth
Glutamine
- Potential to be converted to glucose
- Maintains physiological pH levels of blood
- Increases the production of human growth hormone
Glycine
- Essential for synthesis of nucleic acids, bile acids, ATP and creatine
- Acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter, and increases activity of certain neurotransmitters
- Stimulates glucagon
Proline
- Strengthens myocardium
- Precursor for hydroxyproline, which the body uses for tendons and ligaments
- Important component of collagen, which aids in the maintenance and healing of cartilage and joints
Tyrosine
- Precursor for the neurotransmitters: epinephrine, norepinephrine, and dopamine
- Can be converted to melanin, which protects against ultraviolet light
Nonessential Amino Acids Functions
Alanine
- Vital for the function of the central nervous system
- Maintains blood glucose levels
- Can be converted to glucose during intense bouts of exercise
- Aids in the production of lymphocytes, which is used in immune function
Asparagine
- Used as a transport of nitrogen in the body
- Essential function in proteins used in neuronal signaling, neuron development and transmission across synapses
Aspartate
- Used in gluconeogenesis, the creation of glucose
- Serves as an excitatory neurotransmitter
Glutamate
- Most readily available excitatory neurotransmitter
- Is a precursor for GABA (gamma-aminobutyric-acid)
- Key role in transamination
Serine
- Used in the metabolism of fats and fatty acids
- Aids in the production of immunoglobulins and antibodies
Kurt Kuhn - www.FUSIONBodybuilding.com
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