The Role of Aminoacids in our Body
biopolimers of
proteins(they build the blocks of proteins).
Amino acids are at the basis of all life
processes, as they are absolutely essential for every metabolic process.
Among their most important tasks are the:- optimal transport and- optimal storage of all nutrients(i.e. water, fat, carbohydrates, proteins, minerals and vitamins).The majority of health issues such as obesity, high-cholesterol levels, diabetes, insomnia, erectile dysfunction or arthritis can essentially be traced back to metabolic disturbances. This also applies to hair loss and serious cases of wrinkle formation.This is why it is important to act sooner rather than later to ensure that the essential amino acids are available to the body in sufficient quantities.Unfortunately this cannot be guaranteed nowadays, due to the poor quality of our diet. This is why supplementation with amino acids is recommended.
Among their most important tasks are the:- optimal transport and- optimal storage of all nutrients(i.e. water, fat, carbohydrates, proteins, minerals and vitamins).The majority of health issues such as obesity, high-cholesterol levels, diabetes, insomnia, erectile dysfunction or arthritis can essentially be traced back to metabolic disturbances. This also applies to hair loss and serious cases of wrinkle formation.This is why it is important to act sooner rather than later to ensure that the essential amino acids are available to the body in sufficient quantities.Unfortunately this cannot be guaranteed nowadays, due to the poor quality of our diet. This is why supplementation with amino acids is recommended.
The general formula of amino acids is :
H2n – CH – R - COOH
The molecule of amino acids has 2 functional groups :
1 . Amino group – NH2
2. Carboxylic group – COOH
And one radical (R) ( it can be H , aromatic radical etc)
Aminoacids are classified in 2 groups:
1. essential aminoacids : valine , leucine , isoleucine , phenyl-alanine , methionine , threonine , lysine , tryptophan and histidine.
Those kind of aminoacids cannot be synthesized by the body itself , and we need to take them from the food.
2. non - essential aminoacids : glycine , alanine , serine , cysteine , glutamine , proline , tyrosine , glutamic acid , aspartic acid and arginine.
Those kind of amino acids can be produced from other aminoacids and substances in the diet and metabolism.
The molecule of amino acids has 2 functional groups :
1 . Amino group – NH2
2. Carboxylic group – COOH
And one radical (R) ( it can be H , aromatic radical etc)
Aminoacids are classified in 2 groups:
1. essential aminoacids : valine , leucine , isoleucine , phenyl-alanine , methionine , threonine , lysine , tryptophan and histidine.
Those kind of aminoacids cannot be synthesized by the body itself , and we need to take them from the food.
2. non - essential aminoacids : glycine , alanine , serine , cysteine , glutamine , proline , tyrosine , glutamic acid , aspartic acid and arginine.
Those kind of amino acids can be produced from other aminoacids and substances in the diet and metabolism.
How to Study in Six Simple Steps
Developing good
study skills is critically important. You spend so much of childhood learning
stuff,
and being tested and quizzed and evaluated on what you've learned. Because of this, one of the most important subjects in education should be how to study, but it’s rarely taught. How well you study can make a huge difference in your success, so it’s worth spending a little time getting the principles right.
Follow these six
simple steps and you’ll find it much easier to study — and you’ll retain much
more information, making the whole process less onerous. You might even come to
enjoy studying!
Space
Make
room, mentally and physically, for studying. Usually you’re studying for
something specific, such as an exam. This can seem daunting, like a mountain to
climb. If this sounds familiar, take a deep breath and pause for a moment
before you start.
Think
of how you make yourself comfortable when you do something you really enjoy,
like watching a favorite television program. How do you settle in for the show?
Do you sprawl or curl up? Do you have favourite relaxing clothes? Do you choose
a particular drink or something to nibble? Borrow all these favorite things to
make your studying a better experience. If you’re in a good space physically,
you can improve your mental space.
Place
Create
your own personal work zone. It doesn’t have to look like a work-space — that’s
what many students find off-putting. Building on what you did in the previous
paragraph, make the place your own and somewhere you enjoy.
Pace
Find the right pace for your work. Sprinters work hard and
fast in a burst of energy while marathon runners spread the load and build
slowly towards the climax. There’s no right or wrong way to pace your studying,
except what works for you. Notice the way you like to work, and adjust your
pace accordingly. (Just remember, if you study at a slow pace, you'll need to
set aside more time for the task.)
Whether you have bags of time or a brief study period,
remember that breaks are just as important as active study (10 minutes off for
every 30 minutes of study works for many people), and use those breaks to
reward yourself with a small treat.
Memory
It helps to know how your memory works. Here is the key to memory:
in any sequence, people remember the first and last things best. Whatever you
try to remember, you’ll find yourself recalling the beginning and the end, with
less clear memories of the middle. You can’t change this — it’s wired in, it's
how our brains work — so don’t fight it. Instead, use this fact to your
advantage by organizing your study so the most important bits are at the
beginning and end of your sessions.
Method
It’s always good to have a plan. However big or complex your task
may look at first sight, with a feasible plan you can always find a way to
manage it.
When studying, break your biggest goal into smaller chunks or
tasks. It’s best if each of these chunks consists of a single topic. Often,
you’ll discover one or two key elements that stand out and get fixed in your
mind. You can then use those as building blocks.
Classic tricks used by memory professionals include ‘the
house of memory’ where you place everything you want to remember in unique
locations in the house. It’s also useful to use humor — play with your
key-words and make them funny or outrageous. You’ll be surprised at how much
easier they are to memorize.
Mind maps
A mind map is rough diagram that you can make to
visually outline information. You can create a mind map by starting with the
primary word or phrase of a topic in the center, with related, lesser
categories branching out from it. Subcategories of these are on smaller
branches, still. Your categories can consist of anything you think is
important; they can be important terms, ideas, or tasks to complete — whatever
you need to help you study or organize the information.
Mind maps are easy to master if you don’t use them already,
and you’ll discover they help you remember masses of information much more
efficiently than conventional lists. If you're not satisfied with your current
note-taking skills, try building a mind map during your next class or lecture
and see if you find it more helpful.
Above
all, remember there should be no pressure when you are studying. Approach
studying the right way and you'll remember the important stuff. Make studying
fun and you'll find that learning can be enjoyable.
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