Foods Rich In Amino Acids

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Importance

Amino acids perform a variety of bodily processes, including muscle growth, triggering bodily chemical processes, delivering nutrients, fending off disease, and more.

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Low levels of amino acids can affect many different aspects of health, including immunity, digestion, depression, fertility, mental alertness and child growth.

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Food sources

When used sparingly and in moderation, amino acids in particular are generally safe to consume daily. Here are some foods rich in amino acids.

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Quinoa

Quinoa has all nine of the essential amino acids that your body needs from food, making it a good source of fibre. It is a better source of these amino acids than other grains because it also contains more lysine than wheat or rice.

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Eggs

All of the necessary amino acids are present in eggs, making them a superior source of protein. According to studies, the body is more likely to use the amino acids from eggs than those from casein or soy.

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Cottage cheese

One 100-gram serving of cottage cheese contains a significant amount of several different amino acids, including threonine and tryptophan, and about 25% of your daily value of protein.

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Fishes

The majority of fish varieties contain crucial micronutrients and essential amino acids. Omega-3s and amino acids are abundant in salmon. 

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Mushrooms

All of the essential amino acids—17 in all—are present in mushrooms. According to one study, adding mushrooms to a diet rich in cereal can help prevent lysine deficiency.

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