Tryptophan

Biochemical and Health Implications
1. Auflage 2001
ISBN: 978-0-8493-8568-1
Verlag: CRC Press

Buch, Englisch, 280 Seiten, Format (B × H): 161 mm x 240 mm, Gewicht: 587 g

Reihe: Modern Nutrition

Historically, the amino acid tryptophan has been considered to play a role in cancer development and the aging process. In recent times, this nutrient has been associated with eosinophila myalgia syndrome - a new human disease that attacks the muscular system. This detailed book examines the implications of the large measure of fresh information gained in recent years. Tryptophan: Biochemical and Health Implications presents an up-to-date, comprehensive view of how L-tryptophan acts and discusses its pivotal role in protein metabolism.

Zielgruppe

Academic, Professional, and Professional Reference

Autoren/Hrsg.

Sidransky, Herschel

Fachgebiete

• Medizin | Veterinärmedizin Medizin | Public Health | Pharmazie | Zahnmedizin Medizin, Gesundheitswesen Ernährungsmedizin, Diätetik
• Naturwissenschaften Biowissenschaften Biochemie (nichtmedizinisch)

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Tryptophan: A Unique Entity. Findings in Deficiency States. Genetics. Chemical Pathways Protein Metabolism, and Interrelationships. Blood and Hormonal Responses to Tryptophan (Lack or Excess). Effects or Influences on Biological Processes. Effects or Influences on Organ Systems. Pharmacology and Therapeutic Uses. Toxicity. Serotonin and Melatonin. Eosinophilia Myalgia Syndrome. Past and Future Directions.

Über Autor(innen)

Herschel Sidransky