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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