L-phenylalanine is an essential amino acid that has many beneficial effects.
L-PHENYLALANINE CAS#3617-44-5
L-phenylalanine is an essential amino acid that has many beneficial effects.
Colorless to white flake crystals or white crystalline powder. Slightly special smell and bitter taste. Melts and decomposes at approximately 283!cC. The pH value of 10% aqueous solution is 5.4 to 6.0. Stable in the presence of heat, light, and air. It becomes colored when heated with glucose. Not stable in alkaline conditions. Soluble in water (3g/100ml, 25!f). Insoluble in ethanol, dilute inorganic acids and alkaline solutions.It can promote protein synthesis, regulate the function of the nervous and immune systems, and improve mental state and exercise performance.
Uses: Used for biochemical research, culture medium preparation.Functions: Protein synthesis: L-Phenylalanine is one of the basic components in building proteins and is involved in the synthesis of various proteins needed by the body.
Precursor of neurotransmitters: L-Phenylalanine can be converted into tyrosine in the body, which is further converted into important neurotransmitters such as dopamine, norepinephrine and epinephrine. These neurotransmitters have important effects on mood, attention and cognitive function.
Pigmentation: Tyrosine is also involved in the synthesis of melanin, the pigment that determines the color of skin, hair and eyes.
THERAPEUTIC USES: L-Phenylalanine is used as a supplement in a number of medical applications. It has been studied for the management of depression, pain, allergies, chronic pain, and a number of other health problems, but these applications need more scientific evidence to confirm its effectiveness.
Additives in food and beverages: In some nutritional supplements and functional foods, L-phenylalanine is added to enhance its nutritional value. For example, it is used in sports nutrition supplements to help boost energy and enhance athletic performance.
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