amino acids

Amino acids form the basic building block of all proteins in our body and are vital for us. They help maintain and build muscle, some of which our bodies cannot produce on their own. In this article you will learn everything you need to know about protein building blocks.

Production and function in the body - what are amino acids and how are they made?

Amino acids are organic compounds. They are able to form tissues such as organs, muscles, skin and hair. They are therefore required for the structure of the skin as well as for muscle synthesis and the immune system. In addition, amino acids act as hormones. They also form the precursor of enzymes and neurotransmitters that our body needs for numerous metabolic processes.

They come in three types: non-essential, semi-essential, and essential amino acids. A non-essential amino acid is characterized by the fact that our body can produce it itself. Of these there are ten in number. With the semi-essential amino acids, the body is only partially able to produce them itself. It is therefore dependent on us consuming the right foods in order to be able to produce them in sufficient quantities. These amino acids include L-arginine and histidine. The essential amino acids, on the other hand, cannot be produced by ourselves. We therefore have to supply these to the body through our food. There are eight essential amino acids.

Intake of essential amino acids through food

A sufficient intake of amino acids through food is particularly recommended for athletes in order to stay physically and mentally fit. In the following we show you eight essential amino acids that the body should absorb through food:

isoleucine

Isoleucine acts as an important supplier of energy in endurance and strength sports and is also involved in the maintenance and regeneration of muscle tissue. It is found in chicken breast, peas, salmon, egg, whole wheat flour and walnuts.

Leucin

Leucine is involved in building and maintaining muscle protein. It also serves to provide energy within the muscle and supports various healing processes there. Leucine is found in chicken breast, peas, salmon, egg, whole wheat flour and walnuts.

lysine

Lysine contributes to the maintenance of connective and muscle tissue. In addition, together with methionine, it is necessary for the synthesis of carnitine. Carnitine is a key element involved in fat metabolism. Lysine can be found in foods like pumpkin seeds, tofu, peas, chicken breasts, salmon, chicken eggs, walnuts, and buckwheat flour.

methionine

Methionine is the precursor of the protein-forming amino acid cysteine ​​and is therefore involved in the direct formation of protein. Together with lysine, it is necessary for the synthesis of carnitine, which plays a significant role in fat metabolism. Methionine is suitable for dietary intake from Brazil nuts, sesame, eggs, beef, salmon, peas, broccoli, spinach, corn and millet.

Phenylalanine

The essential amino acid phenylalanine is essential for the formation of proteins and numerous important hormones such as dopamine, adrenaline and noradrenaline. Dietary sources of phenylalanine include soybeans, peas, poultry, pumpkin seeds, walnuts, salmon, eggs, and pork.

threonine

Threonine is an important building block in vitamin B12 and isoleucine biosynthesis. It can be consumed over beef, peas, walnuts, chicken breast fillet, salmon, chicken eggs and whole wheat flour.

Tryptophan

The amino acid tryptophan is the precursor of all serotonin molecules and can therefore have a mood-enhancing effect. Without a sufficient intake of tryptophan from the diet, the body is not able to produce serotonin. The feel-good hormone serotonin ensures that we are in a good mood and feel balanced. Soybeans, cashew nuts, chicken breast, unsweetened cocoa powder and peas are suitable for ingestion through food.

Valin

Together with isoleucine and leucine, valine is one of the essential amino acids that count as important energy suppliers for muscle cells. In addition, valine sends important messenger substances for the nervous system. It is found in chlorella, spirulina, chicken, whole wheat flour, peas and cheese.

Our amino acids at Magnesium-Quelle.ch

So it becomes clear that our body urgently needs all these amino acids. However, it can be difficult to fit the right foods into your diet in just the right amounts every day. However, to ensure that our body is well supplied with essential amino acids, there are appropriate dietary supplements. We at Magnesium-Quelle.ch would like to introduce you to our products of the highest quality, which support you in your amino acid supply.

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Sunwarrior Protein Powder

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Conclusion

As the basic building block of all proteins in our body, amino acids are vital for us. Since our body is not able to produce the eight essential amino acids itself, they should be ingested in sufficient quantities through food or dietary supplements.

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