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About The L-Threonine

1. Overview

L-threonine is an essential amino acid, which means that the human body cannot synthesize it by itself and must obtain it from food. It plays a vital role in many aspects such as metabolism, protein synthesis, and maintenance of normal physiological functions of the body. It has a wide range of applications in feed, food, medicine and other fields.

2. Physical and chemical properties

Appearance and properties: It usually appears in the form of white orthorhombic crystal or crystalline powder. This appearance makes it convenient for storage, transportation and subsequent accurate metering and addition operations in different application scenarios, such as in feed production. It can be easily mixed evenly with other raw materials, and it is also convenient for reasonable compatibility with excipients during the pharmaceutical process.

Solubility: It has a certain solubility in water and can form a clear and transparent solution, but its solubility is not particularly high and it is slightly soluble. However, in dilute acid or alkali solutions, its solubility will be significantly enhanced and it can better participate in chemical reactions or perform corresponding functions. In terms of organic solvents, L-threonine has poor solubility in common organic solvents such as ethanol. This solubility characteristic determines that it is mostly used in aqueous solution systems in practical applications, such as in some applications that need to dissolve The solubility characteristics in different solvents must be considered when preparing products for subsequent use.

Stability: L-threonine is relatively stable under normal temperature, dry and suitable environmental conditions. However, if it is exposed to high temperature, high humidity, strong light or strong oxidants and other adverse environmental factors, its chemical structure may change. Changes occur, resulting in reduced activity or even loss of efficacy. Therefore, attention should be paid to maintaining appropriate environmental conditions during storage and use to ensure its stability.

3. Physiological functions

Participate in protein synthesis: As one of the basic building blocks of proteins, L-threonine is essential for protein synthesis. It follows the instructions of the genetic code and, together with other amino acids, under the action of intracellular structures such as ribosomes, has Sequentially connected to form protein molecules with specific structures and functions. These proteins participate in many physiological processes of the human body, such as the catalysis of biochemical reactions by enzymes, the contraction and relaxation mechanism of muscles, and the immune defense function of antibodies. They are the basis for maintaining normal life activities of the body. .

Regulate metabolism:

L-threonine participates in a variety of metabolic pathways in the body. It has an important influence in the process of glucose metabolism. For example, by affecting the activity of certain key enzymes, it participates in the utilization of glucose, the synthesis and decomposition of glycogen, etc., and maintains blood sugar levels. Stability ensures that the body’s energy supply is in a reasonable state and avoids abnormal situations such as high or low blood sugar.

It also plays a role in fat metabolism. It can regulate the synthesis and decomposition rate of fat. It has positive significance for maintaining normal fat reserves in the body and preventing excessive accumulation of fat. It helps to prevent the occurrence of metabolic diseases such as obesity and improves the metabolism of the body. The system is in a healthy, balanced state.

Maintain intestinal health: It has a special nutritional effect on intestinal mucosal cells, can promote the growth, repair and maintenance of intestinal mucosa, help maintain the integrity of intestinal mucosa, improve the intestinal barrier function, and block external pathogens and harmful toxins enter the human blood circulation, reducing the risk of intestinal diseases. It is also conducive to the growth and reproduction of beneficial bacteria in the intestines, maintains the balance of intestinal microecology, and plays a key role in supporting the health of the overall digestive system. effect.

4. Application areas

Feed industry:

It is a commonly used amino acid additive in animal feed. Since many animals (such as chickens and ducks in poultry, pigs, cows in livestock, etc.) themselves cannot synthesize sufficient amounts of L-threonine to meet their growth and development needs, they need Add extra to your feed. Adding L-threonine can improve the nutritional value of animal feed, promote animal growth, enhance animal disease resistance, improve feed conversion rate, and allow animals to convert ingested feed into weight gain more efficiently, thus improving breeding efficiency.

Animals of different types and different growth stages have different demands for L-threonine. For example, young animals have a relatively higher demand for L-threonine during their rapid growth stage. Therefore, when designing feed formulas, it should be based on the specific animal breeds and ages. , feeding environment and other factors to accurately determine the amount of addition to achieve scientific and reasonable nutritional supplementation.

Food industry:

As a nutritional fortifier, L-threonine can be added to some specific foods, especially foods based on plant protein, to improve its amino acid composition and make it closer to the ideal amino acid pattern required by the human body, thereby improving the food quality. The nutritional value can meet the additional needs of different groups of people (such as vegetarians, the elderly, athletes, etc.) for amino acids. For example, adding an appropriate amount of L-threonine to some soy products can further improve their nutritional value.

It can also be used in the research and development and production of foods for special medical purposes. For some patients with special health conditions such as abnormal amino acid metabolism or malnutrition, by rationally adding nutrients such as L-threonine, we can customize foods that meet their physical needs and assist them. Treat and improve health conditions.

Pharmaceutical industry:

In the medical field, L-threonine can be used as an auxiliary treatment for some diseases. For example, for patients with intestinal diseases (such as enteritis, intestinal mucosal damage, etc.), appropriate supplementation of L-threonine can help promote intestinal tract disease. Repair the mucous membrane, enhance the barrier function of the intestine, and accelerate the recovery process of the disease. In addition, in the treatment of certain systemic diseases or specific metabolic diseases caused by malnutrition, L-threonine supplementation may also be considered to regulate the body’s metabolism and improve nutritional status, but the specific application requires a doctor’s expertise. Conducted under guidance.