Amino Acids

Amino acids are the primary building blocks of enzymes and proteins. There are 20 main amino acids, eleven of which can be manufactured by the body, with nine being essential, i.e. that nine cannot be made by the body so have to be supplied by food.

You can get a full compliment of the essential amino acids by eating a varied diet that includes lean meats and dairy products, or if you’re vegetarian/vegan, nuts, seeds, soy products and beans/lentils.