What does amino acid matrix mean?
Every food product lists the amount of protein it contains. But does the human body simply need protein, or is there more to it?
From Amino Acid to Protein
Amino acids can link together to form long chains. These chains are called peptides or polypeptides. Only when the chain length consists of more than 100 amino acids is it referred to as a protein.
So far, we know of 20 (up to 21) of these amino acids that can form a protein. If we assume 21 different amino acids and a chain of 100 amino acids linked together, this results in variation possibilities of 21 to the power of 100.
This allows us to get an idea of the variety of protein possibilities in the organism.
The human being is unique
Each human protein therefore has its typical composition of amino acids. Or in other words: From milk that you drink, which contains only a few sulfur-containing amino acids, you cannot build many muscles and tendons, because sulfur-containing amino acids would be needed in greater quantities for this.
If one wants to cover a typical human amino acid metabolism, one must combine foods with each other in such a way that the required amounts of each individual amino acid are achieved without offering other amino acids in excess.
Determining this requirement is not simple, and the little literature available on this often contradicts itself in its statements.
In addition, there is the factor that amino acids are also required for metabolic processes, serve as messenger substances, antibodies, or other short-term needs, and are therefore not only used for structural development.
Humans need amino acids
The consumption of chicken meat, beef, pea protein, or BCAA products therefore does not automatically cover the actual human need just because it is also protein.
Nor is every protein consumed made completely usable – keyword "bioavailability".
We recognize: Everything has an amino acid matrix, but not one that is ideal for humans and corresponds exactly to human needs.
The Priosa® energy range combines various amino acids with vitamins. Vitamin B6 contributes to normal protein and glycogen metabolism.
The content of this article is for general information only and does not replace medical or pharmaceutical advice. Food supplements are not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
