L-methionine
Methionine is an essential amino acid that delivers sulfur
and other compounds necessary for normal metabolism. It works
in concert with choline, inositol and betaine to help process
lipids in the liver. This group of compounds is referred to
as the lipotropics.
Methionine deficiency is rare, but low intake during pregnancy
has been associated with neural tube defects. It may also
cause loss of pigmentation in hair, apathy, liver damage,
lethargy, muscle loss, weakness, and skin lesions.
Dietary sources of methionine include dairy products, meats,
fish, fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
Health benefits of L-methionine
- Plays a role in the synthesis of taurine, carnitine and
cysteine
- Beneficial for those suffering from excessively high amounts
of estrogen in the body
- Helps remove fat from the liver
- Supplies sulfur and other compounds needed for normal
metabolism
- Helps to reduce histamine levels
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Principal Author: M. Ofiyeva
Date of Initial Publication: 07/05/2007
Last Updated: 09/22/2007