Lysine, arginine, and related amino acids: an introduction to the 6th amino acid assessment workshop

The focus of the 6th workshop is on lysine, arginine, and related amino acids. Functions, metabolic pathways, clinical uses, and upper tolerance intakes are emphasized in the articles that follow. Lysine is arguably the most deficient amino acid in the food supply of countries where poverty exists,...

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Published inThe Journal of nutrition Vol. 137; no. 6 Suppl 2; pp. 1599S - 1601S
Main Author Baker, David H
Format Journal Article Conference Proceeding
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.06.2007
Subjects
Animals
Arginine - therapeutic use
Humans
Lysine - therapeutic use
Nutrition Disorders - diet therapy
Nutrition Disorders - prevention & control
Nutritional Requirements
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Summary:The focus of the 6th workshop is on lysine, arginine, and related amino acids. Functions, metabolic pathways, clinical uses, and upper tolerance intakes are emphasized in the articles that follow. Lysine is arguably the most deficient amino acid in the food supply of countries where poverty exists, and since the discovery of the nitric oxide synthase pathway, arginine has come into prominence clinically because of the role of nitric oxide in cardiovascular physiology and pathophysiology.
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ISSN:0022-3166
1541-6100
DOI:10.1093/jn/137.6.1599S