L-Methionine

Formula: C5H11NO2S

Molecular Weight: 149.21

Abbreviation: met

Codon: AUG

Amino Acid: Essential

Important in: "supplier of sulfur which prevents disorders of the hair, skin, and nails;" lowers cholesterol via production of lecithin, kidney protection, ammonia regulation, "promotes hair growth"(Reference Guide for Amino Acids).

Key:

grey=carbon

white=hydrogen

blue=nitrogen

red=oxygen

yellow=sulfur

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