aspartátech

Aspartates are a group of organic compounds derived from aspartic acid, an amino acid. In biochemistry, the term aspartate often refers to the conjugate base of aspartic acid, which plays a crucial role in various metabolic pathways. It is a non-essential amino acid in humans, meaning the body can synthesize it. Aspartate is involved in the urea cycle, a process that removes toxic ammonia from the body. It also participates in gluconeogenesis, the synthesis of glucose from non-carbohydrate sources, and in the citric acid cycle, a central pathway for energy production. Furthermore, aspartate acts as a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system, specifically as an excitatory neurotransmitter in certain brain regions. It is involved in synaptic plasticity and learning. Dietary sources of aspartic acid and its salts include meat, poultry, fish, eggs, dairy products, legumes, and some fruits and vegetables. Aspartate is also used as an artificial sweetener in the form of aspartame, a dipeptide composed of aspartic acid and phenylalanine.