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which nutrient is an amino acid
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Among the nutrients, amino acids stand out as the building blocks of proteins. Proteins are essential macromolecules in all living organisms, playing crucial roles in structure, function, and regulation of the body's tissues and organs. Amino acids are characterized by the presence of both an amino group and a carboxyl group in their basic structure, which distinguishes them from other nutrient groups such as carbohydrates and fats. They are classified into essential and non-essential amino acids. Essential amino acids cannot be synthesized by the body and must be obtained through diet. These include leucine, isoleucine, valine, lysine, methionine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, and histidine. Non-essential amino acids, on the other hand, can be synthesized by the body. The importance of amino acids extends beyond protein synthesis; they are also critical in processes such as neurotransmitter transport and biosynthesis.
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