Threonine is an essential amino acid. [1][2] Threonine supports the immune system by aiding in the production of antibodies, and because it is found largely in the central nervous system, may be helpful in treating some types of depression. [3]
References[]
- ↑ Donche, Dan (2008). FF Trainer Certification Guide. USA: Fatal Fitness.
- ↑ Gastelu, Dan; Hatfield, Frederick C (2006). Specialist in Performance Nutrition: The Complete Guide. Carpenteria, CA: ISSA, 17.
- ↑ http://www.peptideguide.com/amino-acids/index.html
| Amino Acids | |
|---|---|
| Amino Acids | Alanine • Arginine • Asparagine • Aspartate • Cysteine • Glutamate • Glutamine • Glycine • Histidine • Isoleucine • Leucine • Lysine • Methionine • Phenylalanine • Proline • Serine • Threonine • Tryptophan • Tyrosine • Valine |
| Essential Amino Acids | Isoleucine • Leucine • Lysine • Methionine • Phenylalanine • Threonine • Tryptophan • Valine |
| Nonessential Amino Acids | Alanine • Arginine • Asparagine • Aspartate • Cysteine • Glutamate • Glutamine • Glycine • Histidine • Proline • Serine • Tyrosine |
| BCAAs | Isoleucine • Leucine • Valine |