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What amino acids are in melons? With references
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Melons, like most fruits, contain a variety of amino acids. Some of the most notable include:
Arginine: Essential for growth and tissue repair.
Aspartic acid: Involved in energy production and the nervous system.
Glutamic acid: Plays a role in neurotransmission and metabolism.
Glycine: Important for collagen synthesis and detoxification.
Lysine: Essential for growth and the formation of proteins.
Methionine: Involved in protein synthesis and detoxification.
Phenylalanine: Precursor to tyrosine, another essential amino acid.
Serine: Important for metabolism and the immune system.
Tyrosine: Essential for the production of dopamine, norepinephrine, and melanin.
References:
USDA National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference: This database provides comprehensive information about the nutrient content of foods, including amino acids. [https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/](https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/)
Food Composition Databases: Several other databases, such as those maintained by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), can also provide information on the amino acid composition of melons.
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