Taurine– Food Additives And Nutrition Supplement

Short Description:

CAS number: 107-35-7

Molecular formula: C2H7NO3S

Molecular weight: 125.15

Chemical structure:

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Basic Information
Product name	Taurine
Nutrient Composition	Amino Acid
Grade	Food Garde
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Density	1.00 g/cm³
Assay	99%
Shelf life	2 years
Packing	25kg/drum
Melting point	Melting point
Type	Nutrition Enhancers

Description

Taurine is a naturally occurring organic compound that is classified as an amino acid, even though it does not participate in protein synthesis in the body. It is abundant in animal tissues, particularly in meat, fish, and dairy products. Taurine plays various important roles in the body and is known for its involvement in several physiological processes.

Taurine is an organic osmotic regulator that not only participates in regulating cell volume, but also provides the basis for bile salt formation and plays an important role in modulating intracellular free calcium concentration. Although taurine is a special amino acid not included in protein substances, it is the most abundant amino acid in the brain, retina, and muscle tissue. Taurine is widely used, such as in the function of the central nervous system, cell protection, cardiomyopathy, renal insufficiency, abnormal renal function development, and retinal nerve injury. Almost all eye tissues contain taurine. Quantitative analysis of rat eye tissue extracts showed that taurine is the most abundant amino acid in the retina, vitreous, crystalline lens, cornea, iris, and ciliary body. Numerous studies have found that taurine is an active substance that regulates normal physiological activities in the body. It has a wide range of biological functions, including anti-inflammatory, analgesic, maintaining osmotic pressure balance, maintaining normal visual function, regulating cellular calcium balance, lowering blood sugar, regulating nerve conduction, participating in endocrine activities, regulating lipid digestion and absorption, increasing cardiac contractility, enhancing immune function, strengthening cell membrane antioxidant capacity, and protecting myocardial cells.

Use

Taurine offers several potential benefits to the body.

Taurine has several benefits, including:

Cardiovascular Health: Taurine has been found to have positive effects on heart health. It may help regulate blood pressure, improve blood vessel function, and reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases. Taurine's antioxidant properties

also contribute to protecting the heart from oxidative stress.

Brain Function and Neuroprotection: Taurine plays a role in maintaining healthy brain function. It is involved in neurotransmission, which affects mood, cognition, and overall mental well-being. Taurine may help enhance memory, learning, and focus. It also exhibits neuroprotective properties, helping to protect brain cells from damage caused by oxidative stress and neurotoxicity.

Eye Health: Taurine is found in high concentrations in the retina of the eye. It plays a crucial role in supporting retinal development and function. Taurine supplementation has been linked to potential benefits in various eye conditions, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy.