Overview   Amino Acids form the chief structure of proteins; many of these are essential for human growth, development, and nutrition. Simply put, they are the building blocks of the body. They contain nitrogen, which is not contained in fatty acids or sugars. Protein is vital to every living organism, from the smallest to the largest; all of these organisms are comprised of protein. In addition, protein is necessary to many chemical processes that sustain life. There are 1600 basic proteins, which make up the human body and they are all made from only 22 amino acids. As a result of digestion, protein is broken down to these 22 amino acids; eight of these are considered essential, which means that they cannot be manufactured by the body, the remainder are non-essential, which means that they can be manufactured by the body. When just one amino acid is deficient, serious health problems can occur. An amino acid deficiency may be caused by many factors, particularly a low-protein diet. Other factors include stress, trauma, infection, age, medications, and chemical imbalances within the body. It is important for the aminos to be kept in balance, and it is advised to take individual aminos along with an Amino Acid Complex to ensure that the aminos stay at adequate, balanced levels in the body.   Amino acids are essential to many body functions: • Building cells and repairing tissues • Part of the enzyme and hormonal system • Carrying oxygen throughout the body • Some aminos convert to glucose to stabilize blood sugar • Maintains and repairs muscles, tendons, skin, ligaments, organs (especially the heart and brain), glands, nails, and hair • Form antibodies to combat invading bacteria and viruses • Build the nucleoproteins RNA and DNA • Part of all muscular activity • Aid in the production of neurotransmitters • Critical to a good acid-alkaline balance • Energy sources that are vital to brain function • Builds connective tissue (collagen)   Amino Acid Complex is a comprehensive formula comprised of 18 free-form amino acids, Vitamin B6 and certain digestive enzymes. Free-form amino acids are highly bioavailable as long as there is an adequate supply of Vitamin B6. This formula also contains the digestive enzymes bromelain, papain, and pancreatin that further ensure optimal bioavailability.   Our Amino Acid Complex is available 100 count capsules.   Research Indicates   L-Glutamine (non-essential) » May support healthy digestion » Considered essential for proper brain function » May support healthy immune function » May support cellular growth and repair » May help build and maintain muscle » May speed recovery times from injury, trauma, and burns   L-Aspartic Acid (non-essential) » May help the body rid itself of ammonia and other toxins » Essential to the synthesis of several other amino acids » May support healthy energy levels » Supports healthy immune function by producing immunuglobins and antibodies

L-Tyrosine (non-essential) » Plays an important role in the function of the adrenal, pituitary, and thyroid glands » May support a healthy mood » May support healthy brain function » May help support a healthy appetite because it is important to the production of norepinephrine, a neurotransmitter that controls appetite   L-Leucine (essential, branched chain amino acid along with Isoleucine and Valline) » May support healthy energy levels » Helps support healthy blood sugar levels » Possibly aids in recovery and repair of muscle tissue   L-Valine (essential, branched chain amino acid along with isoleucine and valine) » May support healthy energy levels » Helps support healthy blood sugar levels » Possibly aids in recovery and repair of muscle tissue   Taurine (non-essential) » Involved in glucose uptake and may be beneficial to supporting healthy blood sugar balance » Helps regulate the contraction and pumping of the heart muscle » Helps maintain cell membranes   L-Phenylalanine (essential) » May support a healthy mood due to its role in the production of dopamine and norepinephrine » May support a healthy appetite » May support healthy energy levels » May support healthy brain function   L-Proline (non-essential) » Important for optimal skin health; may prevent collagen loss » Major component of collagen, therefore it is important to tendons, bones, cartilage, and connective tissues » May be important to cardiovascular health » May help repair damaged tissues   L-Lysine HCL (essential) » Assists in the production of enzymes and hormones and antibodies » May prevent and relieve cold sores caused by herpes simplex virus (HSV) » Needed for growth and tissue repair » May support healthy immune function   L-Isoleucine (essential, branched chain amino acid along with isoleucine and valine) » May support healthy energy levels » Helps support healthy blood sugar levels » Possibly aids in recovery and repair of muscle tissue   L-Serine (non-essential) » May support healthy blood sugar levels » Required for the metabolism of fat and tissue growth » Assists in the production of immunoglobins and antibodies » Energy storage source of glucose by the liver and muscles   L-Alanine (non-essential) » Important source of energy for muscle tissue, the brain and central nervous system » Helps produce antibodies, thereby supporting healthy immune function » Assists in the metabolism of glucose » Important in converting energy to stored energy   L-Threonine (essential) » May help to prevent fat build-up in the liver » An important component of collagen, elastin, and enamel protein » May help digestion and intestinal tracts function more smoothly » Possibly assists metabolism and assimilation   L-Methionine (essential) » Possesses powerful antioxidant properties due to high sulfur content » Assists in the breakdown of fats; may help to lower cholesterol levels » May be important to normal growth and metabolism » May support hair, skin, and nail health   L-Arginine (non-essential) » May support cardiovascular health » Promotes the production of hormones that stimulate growth and development » May support healthy immune function by stimulating the thymus gland » Aids in liver detoxification by neutralizing ammonia   Glycine (non-essential) » Required by the body to make DNA & RNA » May enhance the activity of neurotransmitters » Helps trigger the release of oxygen to the cell-making process » May support healthy prostate function   L-Histidine HCL (essential) » Necessary for the growth and repair of tissues, as well as the myelin sheaths that protect the nerve cells » Required for the manufacture of both red cells and white cells » May support healthy inflammatory response » May support healthy joint function   L-Cystine (non-essential) » Required for proper utilization of Vitamin B6 » May support healing of burns and wounds » Functions as an antioxidant » May support healthy blood sugar balance   Recommended Dosage ü  Take 1 capsule, three times daily between meals.   Cautions • Amino acids are considered to be safe when taken at recommended dosage. • High doses of certain amino acids can cause nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea. • If you are pregnant or lactating, consult your health care practitioner before taking this product.