Question 1

are amino acids destroyed by  acid?

Accepted Answer

See below: Amino acids are the building blocks of protein that help form muscles and other body tissue. Essential Amino Acids are those that must be consumed every day to support optimal health. Cooking foods destroys some essential Amino Acids they contain, but the negative effects vary depending on which cooking method is used.Even straight sulfuric acid will not destroy most amino acids.

Question 2

what are branched-chain amino acids?

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Let me explain: The essential branched chain Amino Acids (bcaa's) include leucine, isoleucine, and valine.
The above "essential" Amino Acids will be used for protein synthesis which is optimal for advanced human performance. It should also be noted that essential Amino Acids are not produced in the body such as non-essential amino acids, but rather obtained through proper nutrition.

Question 3

what amino acids contain sulfur?

Accepted Answer

Two of them: Cysteine and methionine.

Question 4

what amino acids does pectin have?

Accepted Answer

Pectin is: a type of plant fiber, I don't believe it contains any amino acids.

Question 5

what amino acids are found in coffee?

Accepted Answer

Amino Acids Coffee: The short answer is that most free Amino Acids are destroyed with just five minutes of roasting and the residual content depends on the toe of bean used: http://www.Sciencedirect.Com/science/article/pii/s0308814604002043.

Question 6

how does taurine differ from  amino acids?

Accepted Answer

Taurine: Taurine is an amino acid, a required building block of proteins. It is a conditionally essential Amino Acid because some people cannot synthesize it in their bodies, and need to have it supplied from the outside.

Question 7

do eggs contain all my needed amino acids?

Accepted Answer

YES: Eggs are such a good and complete source of amino acids/protein that they are the standard to which other foods are compared for adequacy of protein. 
It is wise to choose organic eggs and ones that are pasture-raised if possible. 
See http://www.Whfoods.Com/genpage.Php?Tname=foodspice;dbid=92 for a good discussion of the nutritional content of eggs.

Question 8

what are the benefits of amino acids in smoothies?

Accepted Answer

To create Protein: The provide the building blocks for protein manufacture. Protein builds muscle with increases metabolism which burns calories. Protein added to meals is necessary in order for fat to be burned.

Question 9

what are the essential amino acids needed for albumin formation?

Accepted Answer

See below: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002222.htm

Please consult this site for information on this topic. Essential amino acids are essential for all proteins, not just albumin.

Question 10

could it be a good idea to take amino acids before and post workout?

Accepted Answer

No: Probably do not help anything.May cause serious side effects of kidneys.

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