கொஞ்சம் கெமிஸ்ட்ரி ! - EP.015

 

1. Alanine (Ala)

   • Role: Involved in the metabolism of glucose, supports immune system function.

   • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes

2. Arginine (Arg)

   • Role: Supports the production of nitric oxide, improves circulation, aids in wound healing.

   • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, dairy, nuts, seeds

3. Asparagine (Asn)

   • Role: Helps with ammonia detoxification and protein synthesis.

   • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, asparagus

4. Aspartic Acid (Asp)

   • Role: Participates in the urea cycle and energy production.

   • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, nuts, seeds

5. Cysteine (Cys)

   • Role: Important for protein structure, acts as an antioxidant.

   • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, garlic, onions

6. Glutamic Acid (Glu)

   • Role: Acts as an excitatory neurotransmitter, involved in protein synthesis.

   • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, soy products

7. Glutamine (Gln)

   • Role: Supports immune system function, aids in gut health.

   • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, beans, spinach

8. Glycine (Gly)

   • Role: Involved in collagen formation, aids in detoxification.

   • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, gelatin

9. Histidine (His)

   • Role: Precursor to histamine, important for immune response and digestion.

   • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, dairy, grains

10. Isoleucine (Ile)

    • Role: Helps with muscle repair and growth, regulates blood sugar.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes

11. Leucine (Leu)

    • Role: Stimulates muscle protein synthesis, provides energy during exercise.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes

12. Lysine (Lys)

    • Role: Important for collagen formation, aids in calcium absorption.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes

13. Methionine (Met)

    • Role: Acts as a precursor to other amino acids, involved in detoxification.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, nuts, seeds

14. Phenylalanine (Phe)

    • Role: Precursor to neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, soy products

15. Proline (Pro)

    • Role: Important for collagen production, aids in skin health.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, gelatin

16. Serine (Ser)

    • Role: Involved in the metabolism of fats and immune system function.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, soy products

17. Threonine (Thr)

    • Role: Important for collagen and elastin production, supports immune function.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, nuts, seeds

18. Tryptophan (Trp)

    • Role: Precursor to serotonin, aids in sleep and mood regulation.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, nuts, seeds

19. Tyrosine (Tyr)

    • Role: Precursor to neurotransmitters like dopamine and norepinephrine.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, soy products

20. Valine (Val)

    • Role: Helps with muscle repair and growth, provides energy during exercise.

    • Sources: Meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy, legumes

These amino acids are essential for various bodily functions, including muscle repair, immune function, neurotransmitter production, and more. Some are classified as essential amino acids, meaning they must be obtained through diet, while others are non-essential and can be synthesized by the body.