Amino Acids, Essential
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Amino acids that are not synthesized by the human body in amounts sufficient to carry out physiological functions. They are obtained from dietary foodstuffs. |
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Methionine - A sulfur containing essential amino acid that is important in many body functions. It is a chelating agent for heavy metals. |
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Threonine - An essential amino acid occurring naturally in the L-form, which is the active form. It is found in eggs, milk, gelatin, and other proteins. |
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