Category Archives: Amino Acids

The Sweet Taste of Amino Acids

Posted on October 16, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Humans perceive some amino acids as sweet and some as umami (glutamate-like). For example, glycine, L-alanine, L-glutamine, and L-threonine are sweet tasting amino acids and when added to food they can cause the food to increase in sweetness. However, when … Continue reading →

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Free Form versus Bonded Amino Acids

Posted on August 21, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Amino acids are required for a number of functions in humans. The main role of amino acids is in the formation of protein, and in this regard amino acids are able to bond together and form long chains. These proteins … Continue reading →

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Amino Acid Supplements

Posted on April 14, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Supplemental amino acids are available as either isolated amino acids or as amino acid mixtures. There are some advantages to taking amino acids in supplemental form, but the usefulness will often depend on individual circumstances. Firstly, mixtures of amino acids … Continue reading →

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