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Amino Acids, Essential

Medical Definition: Amino acids that are not synthesized by the human body in amounts sufficient to carry out physiological functions. They are obtained from dietary foodstuffs.
Amino Acids, Essential Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Methionine - A sulfur containing essential amino acid that is important in many body functions. It is a chelating agent for heavy metals.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition 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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