Taurine is a non-essential sulfur rich amino acid that is found in abundance in the central nervous system and is essential for the maintenance and protection of vision. It is synthesized in the liver from the amino acids cysteine and methionine, along with the assistance of Vitamin B6. Taurine is helpful as an antioxidant, and [...]
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Tag Archive: Amino Acids
L-Glutamine
The amino acid glutamine plays a key role in the metabolism, function, and structure of the entire gastro-intestinal (GI) tract and its extensive immune system. Many clinical studies support that the fact that dietary and endogenous glutamine is critical in maintaining normal intestinal permeability, mucosal cell regeneration, and structure. Glutamine is the most abundant [...]
L-Carnosine
L-Carnosine is a naturally occurring dipeptide, which is a protein building block consisting of two amino acids, alanine and histidine. Found abundantly in the muscle and brain tissues of the body, L-Carnosine levels decrease significantly with age. Neurological research suggests that L-Carnosine appears to stimulate brain function in areas of the brain that control [...]
L-Carnitine
L-Carnitine is an important nutrient and is necessary for fatty acid metabolism and energy production in heart and muscle function. Although L-Carnitine is not “officially” an amino acid, it bears many resemblances to amino acids and is usually grouped under this heading. Since the burning of fat is a major source of muscular energy, [...]
Glycine
Glycine is an amino acid essential for aiding the detoxification pathways in the body and for central nervous system function. In the brain, glycine acts to inhibit the neurotransmitters that can cause seizure activity, hyperactivity, and manic (bipolar) depression. It also helps supply the body with glucose needed for energy and helps to regulate blood [...]
GABA natural calm
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is an amino acid that functions as a neurotransmitter in the brain. GABA is synthesized in the brain from another amino acid, glutamate, and functions as an inhibitory neurotransmitter – meaning that it blocks nerve impulses. In the body, GABA is concentrated in the hypothalamus region of the brain and is known [...]
Acetyl-L-Carnitine
Acetyl-L-carnitine is a derivative of L-carnitine that provides all the benefits and functions of L-carnitine such as aiding in fatty acid metabolism and energy production. Deficiencies in L-carnitine are manifested as low energy levels and muscular weakness. The acetyl group that is part of acetyl-L-carnitine contributes to the production of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine, which is [...]
DMG 125 mg – Dimethylglycine
Dimethylglycine (DMG) is a chemical derivative of glycine, with two glycine amino acids attached to a methyl-group. Glycine acts as a building block for many critical substances in the human body, including the amino acid properties of methionine, choline, a wide variety of important hormones and neurotransmitters, and DNA. Research has also shown that DMG [...]
Folinic Acid
Folinic acid – often used along with Methyl-B12 – is an important supplement remedy for autism. It provides a component of metabolic support often needed by individuals with special needs. Folinic acid – often used in clinical practice for advanced biochemical support – is critical as a support supplement in autism-spectrum disorders.
Methyl-Mate
Methylation support is critical in autism, and Methyl-B12 is an important autism support supplement. Its role in brain and nervous system support, as well as detoxification are critical for metabolic assistance in autism. Methyl-B12 therapy is mainstay in my practice.
TMG Powder – Trimethylglycine
Trimethylglycine (TMG) is similar to Dimethylglycine (DMG). It has one additional methyl group (CH3-) that consists of a glycine amino acid and three methyl groups. TMG is a more active methyl donor and helps to support the methylation cycle by converting homocysteine to methionine. Adequate levels of methionine are important to sulfation chemistry and for [...]
Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 has long been used as an autism support supplement. Its role in supporting brain and nervous system function and health is important for many individuals with special needs. Vitamin B6 is part of many biomedical supplement programs for autism.