Important amino acid for the immune system, blood formation, regeneration and growth

The semi-essential amino acid L-histidine is involved in the formation of proteins and affects important metabolic reactions of the human organism. Small amounts are produced in the liver, but bigger amounts have to be taken in daily with the food. Unbalanced nutrition and stress can make it necessary to supplement L-histidine, for example in capsules.

L-histidine is involved in the synthesis of the blood pigment, the wound healing, the growth control and the strengthening of the immune system. It is part of important metabolic reactions and indirectly ensures the oxygen supply of all organs and tissues. Furthermore, L-histidine is a component of many ferrous molecules in the body. This way it is able to ensure an adequate energy supply of the cells. The blood’s pH value is also dependent on L-histidine. The amino acid is needed to form histamine, which has numerous important functions in the human body. L-histidine itself plays a role in the resorption and processing of important trace elements from the food, including zinc, iron and copper. Additionally, the body needs L-histidine to form the myelin sheath, which makes the transmission of stimuli of the nerve fibres possible.

People, who wish to reach their desired weight, may find the appetite suppressant effects of histamine, which is formed from L-histidine, interesting. Results of a Japanese study indicate that the amino acid is able to reduce the calorie intake. (Source: Okubo H, Sasaki S et al: Histidine intake may negatively correlate with energy intake in human: a cross-sectional study in Japanese female students aged 18 years; J Nutr Sci Vitaminol (Tokyo) 2005 Oct; 51(5):329-34)

• relaxing properties for the blood vessels
• supports the regeneration of tissues
• can activate the immune system
• pure substance