USES/FUNCTIONS OF AMINO ACIDS Flashcards
1
Q
Gln
A
GLUTAMINE
2
Q
AA: W
A
TRYPTOPHAN
3
Q
Trp
A
TRYPTOPHAN
4
Q
Gly
A
GLYCINE
5
Q
AA: Y
A
TYROSINE
6
Q
His
A
HISTIDINE
7
Q
Tyr
A
TYROSINE
8
Q
AA: R
A
ARGININE
9
Q
Thr
A
THREONINE
10
Q
Val
A
VALINE
10
Q
AA: P
A
PROLINE
11
Q
Ile
A
ISOLEUCINE
12
Q
Asp
A
ASPARTIC ACID
13
Q
AA: V
A
VALINE
13
Q
Leu
A
LEUCINE
14
Q
Pro
A
PROLINE
15
Q
Lys
A
LYSINE
16
Q
AA: I
A
ISOLEUCINE
17
Q
Arg
A
ARGININE
18
Q
AA: L
A
LYSINE
19
Q
Met
A
METHIONINE
20
Q
AA: D
A
ASPARTIC ACID
21
Q
AA: T
A
THREONINE
22
Q
Phe
A
PHENYLALANINE
23
AA: K
LYSINE
24
AA: M
METHIONINE
25
Ala
ALANINE
26
AA: H
HISTIDINE
27
AA: G
GLYCINE
28
Cys
CYSTEINE
29
lowers elevated blood sugar levels and increases growth hormone production
Val, Ile, Leu
30
D-phenylalanine is the natural form
Phe
31
AA: F
PHENYLALANINE
32
precursor for L-carathine which is essential for healthy nervous system function
Lys
33
May improve rigidity, walking disabilities, speech difficulties and depression associated with Parkinson’s disease
Phe
34
AA: A
ALANINE
35
for adequate absorption of calcium and bone development in children
Lys
36
Removes toxic substances released from breakdown of muscle protein during intensive exercise
Ala
36
AA: Q
GLUTAMINE
36
an antioxidant that helps in breakdown of fats and aids in reducing muscle degeneration
Met
37
antioxidant (free radical scavenger), and has synergetic effect when taken with other antioxidants such as vitamin E and selenium
Cys
37
AA: C
CYSTEINE
38
Helps lower cholesterol levels by increasing the liver's production of lecithin
Met
39
Promotes healthy brain function
Gln
39
Necessary for the synthesis of neurotransmitter serotonin (5-hydroxytryptamine)
Trp
40
reduces liver fat and protects the kidneys
Met
40
It is also necessary for the synthesis of RNA and DNA molecules
Gln
41
A natural relaxant, helps alleviate insomnia by inducing normal sleep; reduces anxiety and depression
Trp
42
a natural chelating agent for heavy metals and helps detoxify the body of these metals
Met
42
Important for the synthesis of red and white blood cells
His
43
Used to synthesized melatonin (5-methoxy-N-acetyltryptamine)
Trp
44
prevents disorders of the hair, skin and nails
Met
44
a precursor for histamine which is good for sexual arousal and Improve blood flow
His
45
principle supplier of sulfur, which inactivates free radicals
Met
45
Component of skin and is beneficial for wound healing and acts as neurotransmitter
Gly
45
Can be metabolized to niacin Vit. B3 if needed
Trp
46
plays role in intracellular signaling
Pro
47
enhance energy, increase endurance, and aid in muscle tissue recovery and repair
Val, Ile, Leu
47
plays role in blood vessel relaxation, stimulating and maintaining erection in men, production of ejaculate, and removal of excess ammonia from the body
Arg
47
Used to produce dopamine and norepinephrine, chemicals that promote alertness, elevate mood, decrease pain, aid in memory and learning, and reduce hunger and appetite
Phe
48
Enhances stamina, aids in removal of toxins and ammonia from the body, and beneficial in the synthesis of proteins involved in the immune system
Asp
48
Beneficial for healthy nervous system
Phe
48
Precursor of dopamine, norepinephrine, epinephrine
Tyr
48
It may be useful against depression and suppressing appetite
Phe
49
Promotes healthy thyroid functioning
Tyr
