Arginine
- Indispensable to eliminate nitrogen waste products normally generated by the body (for instance, ammonia is toxic for our cells)
- Supports the immune system (helps prevent communicable diseases)
- Helps secrete growth hormone (supports regeneration)
- Helps to regulate protein metabolism
Glycine
- Each three amino acids of the collagen peptide chain is a glycine; it is thus an abundant amino acid that is important for collagen structure
- Has a scarring effect (burns, postoperative trauma)
- Is an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the nervous system and therefore possesses a calming effect
- Participates in the production of creatine in muscle and thus favors muscle energy and healthy contraction
Leucine
- Essential amino acid
- Most abundant amino acid in our body
- Participates in the production of muscle proteins and the healthy use of energy by muscle
- Helps promote insulin secretion to maintain blood glucose equilibrium
- Important for brain and balance functions
Glutamine
- Plays an important role in the synthesis of DNA
- Helps protect the brain against ammonia toxicity
- Favors better muscle recovery after intense exercise and helps rebuild damaged muscle
Hydroxylysine
- Part of the main components of collagen
- Promotes skin, joint, tendon and cartilage health
Hydroxyproline
- Part of the main components of collagen
- Plays a major role in bone and connective tissues
Histidine
- Essential amino acid
- Primary role in binding of iron in hemoglobin
- Participates in controlling acidity
Alanine
- Helps generate energy in the liver
- Helps promote insulin secretion to maintain blood glucose equilibrium
- Essential to the synthesis of vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid)
Isoleucine
- Essential amino acid
- Favors the production of red blood cells
- Helps promote blood glucose equilibrium
Lysine
- Essential amino acid
- Large amounts in muscle
- Helps the immune system work properly
- Important for collagen production and healthy bone generation
- Favors calcium absorption
- It is one of the most important amino acids for the elderly
Proline
- Major constituent of collagen (collagen is the main reservoir of proline, representing 50% of all the proline in the body)
- Stimulates scarring through collagen production
Tyrosine
- Its concentration in muscle is considerable
- Precursor for many neurotransmitters important for the proper functioning of the central nervous system
- Together with other factors, it helps reduce problems related to attention deficit
Valine
- Essential amino acid
- Source of muscular energy
- Stimulates the nervous system and favors intellectual performance
