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Better Nutrition's amino acids guide
Better Nutrition, Oct, 2004
better nutrition's
amino acids guide
What Is It? What Does It Do?
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) 5-HTP has been effective in some
conditions characterized by serotonin
deficits, especially depression. It has
also been effective in treating obesity,
insomnia, fibromyalgia and chronic
tension headaches. The African plant
Griffonia simplicfolia, bananas,
tomatoes, plums, avocados, eggplant,
walnuts and pineapples are sources of
5-HTP.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine Acetyl-L-carnitine has been effective as
a possible neuroprotective agent and may
be used to treat strokes, Alzheimer's
disease, Down's syndrome and various
neuropathies. It may also have anti-
aging properties.
Acetycysteine Acetylcysteine is used in the treatment
of respiratory disorders such as acute
(N-acetylcysteine, NAC) and chronic bronchilis. It may help
against cardiovascular disease and might
be useful in treating diabetes and some
cancers.
Arginine Proglutamate Arginine pyroglutamate thought to have
cognition-enhancing properties.
Creatine Supplemental crcatine may boost energy
during anaerobic exercise. It may also
have neuroprotective and cardioprotec-
tive actions.
DL-Phenylalanine DL-phenylalanine is thought to have
analgesic and antidepressant properties.
Glutamine Peptides Glutamine peplides have been shown to
help patients recovering from infec-
tions, surgery or trauma. They may also
have antioxidant properties.
Glutathione Glutathione has antioxidant properties.
It may also have detoxification activi-
ties. Some evidence shows that it may be
helpful against some cancers, diabetes
and lung disorders.
Glycine Glycine may have antispastic activity.
It may also have antioxidant and anti-
inflamnatory properties and might he
useful against some cancers.
L-Arginine Supplemental L-arginine may have
antioxidant and wound-healing proper-
ties. It has also shown promise in the
treatment and prevention of cardiovas-
cular disease and male infertility. It
has demonstrated some anti-cancer
effects.
L-Carnitine Supplemental L-carnitine may have
cardioprotective activity in addition
to beneficially affecting cardiac
function. It may have a triglyceride-
lowering effect in some. It may also
help elevate HDL ("good") cholesterol
levels. It may also have antioxidant and
neuroprotective properties.
L-Cysteine L-cysteine may have anti-inflammatory
properties and may help with
osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
L-Glutamine L-glutamine may protect against the side
effects of chemotherapy. It may also
have antioxidant properties.
L-Lysine Supplemental L-lysine has possible anti-
herpes virus activity. There is pre-
liminary research suggesting that it may
help in treating and preventing
osteoporosis.
L-Ornithine L-ornithine has possible anabolic
effects. It may also improve athletic
perforanmce and have wound-healing
properties.
L-Phenylalanine L-Phenylalanine has possible antidepres-
sant activity. It may also, when used in
conjunction with UVA radiation, have
antivitiligo activity.
L-Theanine L-theanine may have anticancer effects.
It may also help decrease the side
effects of chemotherapy and have mood-
modulating properties.
L-Tyrosine L-tyrosine has possible antidepressant
properties.
Lactoferrin Supplemental lactoferrin may have
antibacterial and antiviral properties.
It may also have antioxidant and anti-
inflammatory effects.
Ornithine Alpha- OKG has been shown to be useful as a
Ketoglutarate (OKG) nutritional support for burn and other
trauma patients. It has been shown to
speed the healing of wounds. It may
also enhance athletic performance.
Para-Aminobenzoic PABA may have antifibrosis activity. It
Acid (PABA) may also help alleviate syptoms of
scleroderma, a skin disease.
Taurine Taurine has antioxidant activity. It has
been shown to reduce cholesterol levels
in animals. There is some evidence that
it can normalize blood pressure. It may
also be helpful to those with cystic
fibrosis, and it has possible detoxi-
fying, antidiabetic and antiseizure
effects.
Transgalacto- TOS may have antitumor and antimicrobial
Oligosaccharides (TOS) properties. They may protect against
colorectal cancer. They may also help
improve mineral absorption and balance.
What Is It? How Much?
5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) Before taking 5-HTP, consult a health
care practitioner.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine 500 milligrams (mg)--2 grams daily in
divided doses
Acetycysteine Dosage is typically 600 mg once to three
(N-acetylcysteine, NAC) times daily. People who supplement
with NAC should drink six to eight
glasses of wkater daily to prevent
cystine renal stories.
Arginine Proglutamate 500-1,000 mg daily
Creatine People who use creative to attempt to
improve athletic performance in brief,
high-intensity-activities should take a
loading dose of 20 grams in divided
doses four times a day for 2-5 days
followed by a maintenance dose of no
more than 2 grams daily. Those who use
creatine supplements should drink six to
eight glasses of water per day.
DL-Phenylalanine 375 mg-2.25 grams per day
Glutannine Peptides Dosage is 12 grams daily for surgical
trauma, and 25 grants daily for severe
trauma and infections. For fitness or
sports purposes, use 1.5-4.5 grams
daily.
Glutathione 50-600 mg daily
Glycine Glycine is available in 500-mg tablets
and capsules. As a supplement, use up to
1 gram daily in divided doses.
L-Arginine For cardiovascular health, you can use
8-21 grams daily in divided doses. To
help aid with sperm quality and quality,
take 10-20 grams daily in divided doses.
Doses of 5 grains daily are usually used
for erectile dysfunction.
L-Carnitine For cardiovascular health, take 500 mg-2
grams per day. Take the higher doses in
divided amounts.
L-Cysteine Usually 500 mg-1.5 grams daily. Those
who supplement with L-cysteine should
drink at least six to eight glasses of
water daily to prevent cystine renal
stones.
L-Glutamine Typical close, for people with cancer,
trauma, burns, infections and other
stress-related conditions are 4-21 grams
daily. Those who take L-glutamine for
these indications must be under medical
supervision.
L-Lysine For possible prevention of herpes
simplex virus recurrences, take 500 mg-
3 grams daily. The average dose is 1
gram daily. Higher doses should be taken
in divided amounts.
L-Ornithine Take 500 mg-2 grams per day, before
bedtime and on an empty stomach.
L-Phenylalanine 500 mg-1.5 grams daily
L-Theanine 50-200 mg as needed
L-Tyrosine 500-1,500 mg per day
Lactoferrin People who supplement with lactoferrin
usually take 250 mg daily. Lactoferrin
is also found in whey protein
supplements.
Ormithine Alpha- Some athletes use about 2.5 grams before
Ketoglutarate (OKG) and after exercise, as well as before
breakfast and at bedtime.
Para-Aminobbenzoic Doses for scleroderma are high and must
Acid (PABA) only be used under medical supervision.
The dose nsed for this disorder is 12
grams daily taken in four to six divided
doses with meals. The tablets must be
dissolved in plenty of liquid to prevent
stomach upset.
Taurine 500 mg-3 grams daily
Transgalacto- Currently available in Europe and Japan
Oligosacchariderides (TOS) as supplements. The usual dosage is
ahout 10 grams daily, usually taken in
divided doses.
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