L-Methionine

Brand

Musashi

Size

75 gm

Common Uses

Methionine is the dietary precursor of another important amino acid, cysteine. It is also a precursor in the synthesis of creatine. In the form of creatine phosphate this is the major store of immediately available energy in muscles. Further, methionine is the starting amino acid in the synthesis of proteins in humans. (Each protein chain starts with a methionine unit). Methionine is a lipotropic agent (mobilises fat deposits in the liver caused by dietary imbalances). Methionine has also been shown to cause the release of growth hormone in children. Sports use: Methionine is used in preparations with glycine and arginine as a supplement to provide improved performance in sports requiring repeated high levels of exertion. The basis for this use is that these amino acids are required for the synthesis of creatine and elevated creatine levels have been shown to be of benefit in sports of this type. Other possible mechanisms by which this combination might have an effect include elevation of blood glucose and stimulation of growth hormone secretion. Medical Uses: Because administration of methionine enhances the synthesis of glutathione, this amino acid is used in the treatment of paracetamol poisoning to prevent liver damage. This effect might be extrapolated to other situations where the availability of a methyl group donor will assist the liver in detoxification. Methionine has also been shown to lower the circulating levels of acetaldehyde after ethanol indigestion and is included in a preparation used for the treatment of hangovers. In a randomised double-blind methionine treatment was shown to improve the healing of duodenal ulcers when given in combination with cimetidine. The response with the combination was significantly better than cimetidine treatment alone. Daily Requirements: the daily requirement of methionine of healthy young adults with normal activity levels is about 2.02g. The need for methionine is affected by the intake of cysteine, since methionine is an essential dietary precursor of cysteine. If insufficient cysteine is present in the diet, then the requirement for methionine will be increased.

Suggested Dosage

Take one level teaspoon twice a day.

Health Information

All living plants and animals have in common a certain substance without which life would be impossible. This substance is called protein and comprises almost 80% of our dry body weight. Most of our body is in fact protein structures. This includes hair, skin, nails - even your eyes. On the inside protein is also a major structural component in forming the heart, lungs, muscles and blood vessels. Proteins are made up of a combination of basic units. These units are called amino acids. A few amino acids may combine to make a protein chain, or thousands may join together to form a complicated pattern. Protein is always made up of amino acids. During the body's digestion, foods which contain protein will provide amino acids for metabolism. Many people find they are unable to maintain a sufficient supply for their own body's requirements. It could be that their diet is restricted, such as through vegetarians or you may have a stressful lifestyle. Possibly their needs are much higher than can be met by an average diet, as can be the case for serious sports people. Over recent years powdered amino acids have been used extensively in combating or preventing many health concerns. Singular amino acid supplements require no digestion and can be absorbed rapidly. This efficient process can enable you to target a specific amino acid deficiency associated with a health concern more accurately than a protein food source. To simply eat more protein foods, such as red meat, is not the solution since this could lead to an excess of some non-essential amino acids as well as extra fat and carbohydrates.

Safety Information

Keep out of reach of children