Amino acids are the building blocks of all proteins. While there are hundreds of known amino acids, your body needs 20 different amino acids for structure and function.
The nine essential amino acids include:
- Histidine
- Isoleucine
- Leucine
- Lysine
- Methionine
- Phenylalanine
- Threonine
- Tryptophan
- Valine
Because essential amino acids are only obtained through consumption, these are widely accepted as the most beneficial type of amino acid for which to supplement.
Once eaten, our bodies break protein down into amino acids. These amino acids are absorbed into the bloodstream as they travel through the digestive tract and then used to build thousands of different proteins within the body.
The body needs amino acids as its “raw materials” for manufacturing proteins. Spoiler alert, proteins are vital for so much more than just building muscles. Keep reading to see why they’re important for metabolism, mood, and more…
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