Definition of Nonessential Amino Acid:
An amino acid which the body can create its own supply of if the diet is lacking in sources of it.
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Alanine
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“Alanine is a non-essential amino acid. It supports the immune system and strengthens it by producing antibodies; it aids in the metabolism of glucose; it is an important source of energy for muscle tissue, the...”
Arginine
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“A nonessential amino acid but may be essential for individuals with certain diseases or nutritional concerns...”
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Asparagine
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“A non-essential amino acid, asparagine maintains central nervous system balance.”
Aspartic Acid
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“Non-essential amino acid. Improves fatigue, increases stamina and cellular energy...”
Citrulline
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“A non-essential amino acid, citrulline promotes energy and stimulates the immune system.”
Cysteine
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“A nonessential amino acid but may be essential for individuals with certain diseases or nutritional concerns...”
Cysteine / N-Acetylcysteine (NAC)
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“N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) is an altered form of the non-essential amino acid cysteine, which is commonly found in food and synthesized by the body...”
Cystine
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“Non-essential amino acid. The N-Acetyl form of Cysteine; helps prevent chemotherapy side-effects and radiation therapy side effects; increases glutathione levels in the lungs, kidneys, liver and bone...”
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“A nonessential amino acid but may be essential for individuals with certain diseases or nutritional concerns...”
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)
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“Non-essential amino acid. Necessary for brain metabolism – truly a "brain food"...”
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Glutamic Acid
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“Non-essential amino acid. Required for the metabolism of fats and sugars...”
Glutamine
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“...It was once thought to be a non-essential amino acid, but now we consider this as a "conditionally essential amino acid"...”
L-Proline
...as a treatment
“Proline is a non-essential amino acid that aids in the production of collagen and helps reduce the loss of collagen due to the aging process...”
L-Taurine
...as a treatment
“Taurine is a non-essential amino acid, synthesized in the body from methionine and cysteine...”
Ornithine
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“A non-essential amino acid, Ornithine has anti-aging properties, prompts the release of growth hormone, and promotes metabolism of excess body fat...”
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“A nonessential amino acid but may be essential for individuals with certain diseases or nutritional concerns...”
Taurine
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“A nonessential amino acid but may be essential for individuals with certain diseases or nutritional concerns...”
Tyrosine
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“A nonessential amino acid but may be essential for individuals with certain diseases or nutritional concerns...”
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Last updated: May 25, 2023