Although all fresh juices contain amino acids, the juices made using lots of
sprouts and leafy greens contain the highest concentration of essential amino
acids. Essential amino acids cannot be synthesized by the body and therefore
must be supplied by our diet. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein and
more than 50 percent of the dry weight of our body consist of protein. Together
with enzymes, amino acids are responsible for cellular respiration (cell
renewal) and other diverse functions such as: the creations of hormones to build
muscles, blood and organs.
There are nine essential amino acids which the body can synthesize only
from the foods that we eat. If our diets lack these nine nutrients, then our
body will not be able to renew the cells properly and deficiencies will arise.
Symptoms of deficiencies may manifest itself as nervousness, dizziness and
exhaustion. Amino acids are involved in thousands of body functions and systems.
Some of the important functions are: the proper digestion and assimilations of
foods for energy, cellular respiration, immunity from disease and illness, rapid
healing of wounds and proper liver function.
The diverse amount of essential amino acids that are found in fresh juices
and whole natural foods will help to boost our immune system, contribute to
mental clarity and overall vital health. By eating a diet rich in whole
unrefined foods including
vegetables
and staying away from refined foods, you will be sure to get your full compliment
of essential amino acids.
Here is a list of the nine essential amino acids that are found in fresh
juices:
- Lysine
- Leucine
- Tryptophan
- Phenylalaline
- Threonine
- Valine
- Methionine (minor amount in vegetable and fruit juices)
- Isoleucine
- Histidine
