E920 - L-Cysteine
Author: Marko Balašević
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Last Updated:
August 08, 2022
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Characteristics: L-cysteine is contained in carotene, a major protein for hair, skin and nails. In the human body, the substance is involved in the formation of collagen, which is responsible for the elasticity of co
Characteristic
L-cysteine is found in carotene, a major protein for hair, skin and nails. In the human body, the substance is involved in the formation of collagen, which is responsible for the elasticity of the skin. In addition, it is involved in digestion, in the composition of the organic protein responsible for the production of digestive enzymes.
The supplement is 920 is an amino acid. It is synthesized in the bodies of all mammals from methionine, serine, ATP and vitamin B6. Cysteine is tasked with improving the digestive process, neutralizing a number of toxic substances and providing protection from radiation. Contained in protein-rich products. In an alkaline environment L-cysteine decomposes, in air it oxidizes.
Use
In the food industry, the substance is mainly used to improve the quality of flour and pasta. It is much more often used for medical purposes. It is part of many drugs designed for the complex treatment of many diseases. For example, L-cysteine is prescribed for rheumatoid arthritis, arterial diseases, etc .; the substance helps for faster recovery after burns and operations.
Additive E 920 binds soluble iron and heavy metals. It is often part of the menu for athletes and special diets, because due to its properties it accelerates the formation of muscle tissue and burns fat. It is recommended for those suffering from emphysema and frequent bronchitis to remove secretions from the airways, also to activate leukocytes and lymphocytes.
Impact on humans
The food supplement E 920 has a beneficial effect on the human body. However, there are a number of cases in which products and medicines containing L-cysteine should not be used. It is forbidden to take the substance for cystinuria (a rare genetic disease that causes cystine stones; it is not suitable for diabetes.