| | Amino acids are the principal building blocks for all life, also the chemical basis for all protein, and enzymes. Protein is one of the biggest components of our bodies. Our bodies use amino acids to form the proteins which build everything from muscles and bones, skin and hair, to internal organs and fluids. 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.
There are 20 amino acids, and the human body is not able to produce all of them. At least 8 of these important organic compounds must be consumed from foods in the diet. A deficiency of all amino acids is characterized by malnutrition, anemia, and the deterioration of muscle tissue. Amino acids assist in mental and physical performance, help increase resistance to stress. Athletes use them to increase lean muscle mass and bulk. Amino acids are also prescribed as medical treatment during the recovery period after serious illnesses, traumas. surgeries and burns. Amino Acids are also used as the treatment for metabolic diseases and immunodeficiency. | |
