A friend of mine (Terry) and I were working
out at our local gym when we overheard some professional bodybuilders
discussing amino acid supplements. Some preferred Brand X, others Brand
Y. Terry remembered taking a course in college that included several
chapters about amino acids. He said, "It was a difficult course and not
necessary for the average person to understand". He looked at the guys
working out and said, "Most of us don't want muscles like that". While I
agree with his statement about most of us not wanting the amount of
muscle these bodybuilders had, I disagree with his statement concerning
amino acids. Most of you know about protein and how it can maintain
muscle. Some of us know that if we up our protein intake we can add
muscle and even lose weight. To me this is like putting the cart before
the horse. We need to understand amino acids and how they help maintain a
healthy body. Amino Acids Are The Building Blocks Of Protein. Twenty of
them are used by the human body. They are classified as either
essential or nonessential. Non essential amino acids are produced in the
body. Hopefully you visit your primary physician annually and you know
if your body is producing nonessential amino acids in sufficient
quantities. If not then he/she has you on supplements. Essential amino
acids can only be obtained by consuming foods that contain them. Your
body does not store essential amino acids. It's a, "Use it or Lose it"
dilemma. Each day you must consume foods that contain them. The Merriam
Webster dictionary defines essential as: 2a: basic, indispensable,
necessary. 2b: being a substance that is not synthesized by the body in a
quantity sufficient for normal health and growth and that must be
obtained from the diet. Some synonyms: all important, critical,
imperative, indispensable, integral, and must have. Failure to not
supply your body with these essential amino acids leads to serious
health implications. In the body. muscle is the primary source of these
amino acids. If not supplied thru diet, your body will get them from
your muscle. This then leads to muscle wasting and ultimately weight
gain, also weakness, fatigue, and changes to hair, skin, snd nails. Over
time, your mental health is affected. I could go on and on but I can
hear my readers asking, "What foods should I be eating"?
Amino Acids Are The Building Blocks Of Protein. They are broken down into two categories. They are classified as either essential or nonessential. Non essential amino acids are produced in the body. My hope is that you visit your primary physician annually and you know if your body is producing nonessential amino acids in sufficient quantities. If not then he/she has you on supplements. Essential amino acids can only be obtained by consuming foods that contain them. Your body does not store essential amino acids. Each day you must consume foods that contain them. The Merriam Webster dictionary defines essential as: 2a: basic, indispensable, necessary. 2b: being a substance that is not synthesized by the body in a quantity sufficient for normal health and growth and that must be obtained from the diet. Some synonyms: all important, critical, imperative, indispensable, integral, and must have. Failure to not supply your body with these essential amino acids leads to serious health implications. In the body, muscle is the primary source of these amino acids. If your diet does not provide them, your body will get them from your muscle. This then leads to muscle wasting and ultimately weight gain, weakness, fatigue, and changes to hair, skin, and nails. Over time, your mental health is affected, and DNA damage occurs.
The following are the essential amino acids our bodies get from food: Arginine (some amount is produced by the body) is a conditionally nonessential amino acid. This means that most of the time our bodies manufacture it. Preterm infants are unable to create it and thus for them it is an essential amino acid.
The following are the essential amino acids our bodies get from food: Arginine (some amount is produced by the body) is a conditionally nonessential amino acid. This means that most of the time our bodies manufacture it. Preterm infants are unable to create it and thus for them it is an essential amino acid.
Isoleucine is part of three "branch chained amino acids" (BCAA). The other two are leucine and valine. These BCAA's promote muscle recovery after physical exercise. Remember our bodybuilders at the beginning of this article. On it's own isoleucine is needed for the formation of hemoglobin. It assists with regulating blood sugar and energy levels. Those deficient in this amino acid display symptoms such as: headaches, dizziness, fatigue, depression, confusion, and irritability. These symptoms are similar to hypoglycemia.
Histidine is a powerful blood vessel dilator. It is also involved in gastric acid secretions aiding digestion. It is also related to circadian rhythms (function in the sleep and wake cycles) and sexual arousal and orgasmic function in women and premature ejaculation in men.
Methionine helps with metabolic function and breaks down fat. It helps with the removal of heavy metals so that our liver, kidneys, and bladder remain healthy. Side affects of methionine deficiency include liver damage, edema, brittle hair, slow growth in children and can lead to mental disorders.
Methionine helps with metabolic function and breaks down fat. It helps with the removal of heavy metals so that our liver, kidneys, and bladder remain healthy. Side affects of methionine deficiency include liver damage, edema, brittle hair, slow growth in children and can lead to mental disorders.
Phenylalanine is normally converted to tyrosine. Tyrosine then is converted to L-Dopa, norepinephrino, and epinephrine, three key neurotransmitters. These are chemicals that transmit signals between nerve cells. Those with the inherited metabolic disorder Phenylketonuria do not have the liver enzyme necessary for breaking down phenylalanine. Those of you with this condition know that your diet must exclude phenylalanine and avoid aspartame found in artificial sweeteners.
Phenylalanine is normally converted to tyrosine. Tyrosine then is converted to L-Dopa, norepinephrino, and epinephrine, three key neurotransmitters. These are chemicals that transmit signals between nerve cells. Those with the inherited metabolic disorder Phenylketonuria do not have the liver enzyme necessary for breaking down phenylalanine. Those of you with this condition know that your diet must exclude phenylalanine and avoid aspartame found in artificial sweeteners.
Tryptophan helps regulate your diet. The body uses tryptophan to help make niacin but in order to do so it also requires sufficient quantities of iron, riboflavin and Vitamin B6. Our bodies also uses tryptophan to make serotonin which is thought to aid healthy sleep and regulate mood. Symptoms of tryptophan deficiency include but are not limited to: depression, lack of concentration, weight gain or unexplained weight loss, carbohydrate cravings, and insomnia.
Threonine promotes proper protein balance in the body. It also supports cardiovascular, liver, central nervous and immune system function. It helps keep our connective tissues, muscles, and heart strong and elastic. Threonine supports our immune system by aiding in the production of antibodies.
With regards to this article, I have given you a very brief overview. My hope for all of you is that I have motivated you to take a closer look at your diet and make the necessary changes to live a healthier life. I now leave you with this Pearl Of Wisdom:
Regarding this article, I have given you a very brief overview. My hope for all of you is that I have motivated you to take a closer look at your diet and make the necessary changes to live a healthier life. I now leave you with this Pearl Of Wisdom:
-Hippocrates, Father of Medicine
Amino Acids Are The Building Blocks Of Protein. They are broken down into two categories. They are classified as either essential or nonessential. Non essential amino acids are produced in the body. My hope is that you visit your primary physician annually and you know if your body is producing nonessential amino acids in sufficient quantities. If not then he/she has you on supplements. Essential amino acids can only be obtained by consuming foods that contain them. Your body does not store essential amino acids. Each day you must consume foods that contain them. The Merriam Webster dictionary defines essential as: 2a: basic, indispensable, necessary. 2b: being a substance that is not synthesized by the body in a quantity sufficient for normal health and growth and that must be obtained from the diet. Some synonyms: all important, critical, imperative, indispensable, integral, and must have. Failure to not supply your body with these essential amino acids leads to serious health implications. In the body, muscle is the primary source of these amino acids. If your diet does not provide them, your body will get them from your muscle. This then leads to muscle wasting and ultimately weight gain, weakness, fatigue, and changes to hair, skin, and nails. Over time, your mental health is affected, and DNA damage occurs.
The following are the essential amino acids our bodies get from food: Arginine (some amount is produced by the body) is a conditionally nonessential amino acid. This means that most of the time our bodies manufacture it. Preterm infants are unable to create it and thus for them it is an essential amino acid.
The following are the essential amino acids our bodies get from food: Arginine (some amount is produced by the body) is a conditionally nonessential amino acid. This means that most of the time our bodies manufacture it. Preterm infants are unable to create it and thus for them it is an essential amino acid.
Isoleucine is part of three "branch chained amino acids" (BCAA). The other two are leucine and valine. These BCAA's promote muscle recovery after physical exercise. Remember our bodybuilders at the beginning of this article. On it's own isoleucine is needed for the formation of hemoglobin. It assists with regulating blood sugar and energy levels. Those deficient in this amino acid display symptoms such as: headaches, dizziness, fatigue, depression, confusion, and irritability. These symptoms are similar to hypoglycemia.
Histidine is a powerful blood vessel dilator. It is also involved in gastric acid secretions aiding digestion. It is also related to circadian rhythms (function in the sleep and wake cycles) and sexual arousal and orgasmic function in women and premature ejaculation in men.
Methionine helps with metabolic function and breaks down fat. It helps with the removal of heavy metals so that our liver, kidneys, and bladder remain healthy. Side affects of methionine deficiency include liver damage, edema, brittle hair, slow growth in children and can lead to mental disorders.
Methionine helps with metabolic function and breaks down fat. It helps with the removal of heavy metals so that our liver, kidneys, and bladder remain healthy. Side affects of methionine deficiency include liver damage, edema, brittle hair, slow growth in children and can lead to mental disorders.
Phenylalanine is normally converted to tyrosine. Tyrosine then is converted to L-Dopa, norepinephrino, and epinephrine, three key neurotransmitters. These are chemicals that transmit signals between nerve cells. Those with the inherited metabolic disorder Phenylketonuria do not have the liver enzyme necessary for breaking down phenylalanine. Those of you with this condition know that your diet must exclude phenylalanine and avoid aspartame found in artificial sweeteners.
Phenylalanine is normally converted to tyrosine. Tyrosine then is converted to L-Dopa, norepinephrino, and epinephrine, three key neurotransmitters. These are chemicals that transmit signals between nerve cells. Those with the inherited metabolic disorder Phenylketonuria do not have the liver enzyme necessary for breaking down phenylalanine. Those of you with this condition know that your diet must exclude phenylalanine and avoid aspartame found in artificial sweeteners.
Tryptophan helps regulate your diet. The body uses tryptophan to help make niacin but in order to do so it also requires sufficient quantities of iron, riboflavin and Vitamin B6. Our bodies also uses tryptophan to make serotonin which is thought to aid healthy sleep and regulate mood. Symptoms of tryptophan deficiency include but are not limited to: depression, lack of concentration, weight gain or unexplained weight loss, carbohydrate cravings, and insomnia.
Threonine promotes proper protein balance in the body. It also supports cardiovascular, liver, central nervous and immune system function. It helps keep our connective tissues, muscles, and heart strong and elastic. Threonine supports our immune system by aiding in the production of antibodies.
With regards to this article, I have given you a very brief overview. My hope for all of you is that I have motivated you to take a closer look at your diet and make the necessary changes to live a healthier life. I now leave you with this Pearl Of Wisdom:
Regarding this article, I have given you a very brief overview. My hope for all of you is that I have motivated you to take a closer look at your diet and make the necessary changes to live a healthier life. I now leave you with this Pearl Of Wisdom:
-Hippocrates, Father of Medicine
By Bethy Mashef
About the Author:
Bethy
Mastefh has been involved in weight loss studies for more than 30
years. She has learned that it involves a Healthy Eating approach to
succeed long term. To begin visit this website at: Weight Loss Safe and Effective
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