Amino Acid - Glossary Term

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A class of organic compounds that are the building blocks from which proteins are constructed. The body can manufacture some amino acids, but other essential amino acids must be obtained through diet. Foods such as eggs, milk, meat and fish provide many of the essential amino acids that the body cannot produce.