Threonine

Also known as:  L-Threonine;  Thr

Threonine is an Essential, Glucogenic Amino Acid that contains a hydroxyl group (-OH) in its side chain.

Cardiovascular System

 Threonine concentrates in the Heart.

Digestive System

 Threonine is claimed to alleviate Indigestion. 

 Threonine may help to prevent/treat Intestinal Permeability (due to its role in the production of Mucin in the Small Intestine.  ^[1]

Immune System

 Threonine deficiency may cause a reduction in the body's production of Antibodies. 

 Threonine may facilitate the growth and activity of the Thymus Gland. 

Metabolism

 Threonine may help to prevent Fatty Liver. 

Musculoskeletal System

 Threonine concentrates in the Muscles.

Nervous System

 Threonine supplementation may reduce the symptoms of Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).  ^[2]

 Threonine may alleviate Anxiety. 

 Threonine concentrates in the Central Nervous System.

 Threonine (2,000 mg per day) may alleviate some cases of Depression.  ^[3]

 Threonine may help to control Epilepsy by limiting the Seizures that are associated with Epilepsy. 

 Irritability may occur as a result of Threonine deficiency.  ^[4]