Definitions for "Threonine"
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Arginine, Lysine, Histidine, Glutamine, Tryptophan, Glycine, Serine, Methionine, Cystine, Alanine, Tyrosine, Taurine, Ornithine, Phenylalanine, L-glutamine, Leucine, L-lysine, Glutamic acid, Essential amino acids, L-arginine, Cysteine, Glutathione, Plus, N-acetyl cysteine, Essential amino acid, Proteins, Proline, Peptidase, Hmb, Protein, Peptides, Isoleucine, Decarboxylase, L-taurine, Carnitine, Bcaa, Hydrolyzed protein, Aspartic acid, Nonessential amino acids, L-glutathione, N-acetylcysteine, Amino acids, Valine, Citrulline, Proteolytic enzyme, Essential, Proteolysis, Trypsin, Protease, L-tyrosine
(Thr, T) An amino acid.
Thr uncharged polar
a colorless crystalline amino acid found in protein; occurs in the hydrolysates of certain proteins; an essential component of human nutrition
a polar amino acid.
Improves the assimilation and absorption of nutrients. It is essential in the prevention and treatment of many forms of mental illness. Is also required for new cell development.
(C4 H9 NO3), a neutral, genetically coded amino acid. It is essential in human nutrition.
an important constituent of collagen, elastin and enamel protein; helps prevent fat build up in the liver; helps digestive and intestinal tracts functions smoothly.
An essential amino acid in mammals. It contains an aliphatic hydroxyl group as its sidechain. [ see schematic diagram
As A Treatment"...Anti-aging; helps form Elastin and Collagen; supports the immune system; produces antibodies; helps digestive and intestinal tract function; boosts metabolism..."
An essential amino acid and precursor to the inhibitory neurotransmitter glycine. Threonine is able to cross the blood-brain barrier and can be used as a supplement to contribute to the anxiolytic properties of our inhibitory system, particularly in times of stress. Vitamin B6 is an important cofactor in threonine metabolism.
Helps to maintain the correct balance of protein in the body Can be found in the heart, skeletal muscle, central nervous system Assists in preventing fatty buildup in the liver Aids in the production of antibodies to enhancing the immune system Important constituent of collagen, elastin, and enamel protein Deficiency can cause a "fat allergy", which would show up as indigestion, intestinal malfunction, and a sore throat, as if a cold were coming on. Also, a lack of this amino acid can cause female ovarian cysts or fluid on the ovary(s) as well as painful and difficult menstruation, and intermittent spotting. An inflamed uterus can also be caused by the lack of threonine. Glands and organs affected - thymus, lymph, tonsils, appendix, peyer's patches, skin, stomach. Complementary Vitamins - A, B Complex, B-2, B-12, folic acid. Complementary Minerals - copper, manganese, calcium, selenium ()
An essential amino acid needed for proper growth in infants and maintenance of nitrogen balance in adults.
Threonine is one of the 20 natural amino acids. Nutritionally, in humans, threonine is an essential amino acid.