La fonction et l'application de la taurine, un fortifiant nutritionnel alimentaire !

Taurine, also known as β-taurine, was first isolated from cow yellow, hence the name. Chemically stable, insoluble in organic solvents such as ether, it is a sulfur-containing non-protein amino acid that exists in a free state in the body and does not participate in the biosynthesis of proteins in the body.

Although taurine does not participate in protein synthesis, it is closely related to the metabolism of cystine and cysteine.

Previous studies have found that although the human body can synthesize taurine, it mainly relies on exogenous acquisition in early life, and it plays an important role in the growth and development of fetuses and infants, and its lack will lead to functional damage of skeletal muscle, retina and central nervous system. After the age of 20, the level of taurine in the blood will gradually decrease with age. In addition, taurine synthesis in vivo is also affected by poor liver function and reduced availability of amino acid precursors during stress or disease. Therefore, it is important to supplement taurine through dietary intake.

Here are the main benefits of taurine:
1. Immune regulation
2. Regulate lipid metabolism
3. Protect the nervous system and improve memory
4. Relieve physical fatigue
5. Relieve visual fatigue
6. Protect your cardiovascular system
7. Protect against liver damage

China is the world's largest producer of taurine, and as international demand continues to grow and domestic recognition and support in various fields continue to increase, taurine production will also be further increased. According to the data, from 2017 to 2020, China's taurine production maintained a stable growth state, and in 2021, the production of taurine reached 80,000 tons, an increase of 12.7% compared with 2020. It can be seen that taurine has great potential in many applications in the future.