Non Essential Amino Acid Histidine

Histidine is a non essential amino acid for adults but may be an essential amino acid for children.

Histidine is a precursor of histamine, a compound released by the immune system during an allergic reaction.

Histidine is necessary for the growth and repair of tissue as well as the maintenance of the myelin sheaths that act as protection for nerve cells, the manufacture of both red and white blood cells, helps protect the body from damage caused by radiation, helps remove heavy metals from the body and in the stomach histidine is helpful in producing gastric juices.

Histidine is reported to help increase or improve libido by lengthening orgasms and also more intense sexual enjoyment.

Best food sources include dairy, meat, poultry and fish as well as rye, wheat and rice.

For other sources of Protein please consult the USDA website.

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Protein Supplements

The importance of protein supplementation is critical to any individual looking to build and maintain muscle mass. Protein has been called "the building blocks of life," and without proper protein supplementation the task of building and maintaining muscle mass is next to impossible. The biggest problem that's faced with the consumption of protein by way of whole foods is mostly convenience. I like to take my protein or meal replacement with me to the gym and mix it up after my work out to get my post work out meal. It is of vital importance to get nutrients into your blood stream as quickly as possible after your work out to optimize your size and strength gains. By using protein supplements you quickly consume and digest needed amounts of proteins to help you grow and recover from your workout.

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