Learn Glossary amino acid

Threonine

Level 1Generally benignIn Winter's Dictionary

Threonine is a amino acid — Essential amino acid

What it does

Essential amino acid

Where you'll see it

whole eggs, skim milk, casein, gelatin

Benefits

Prevents buildup of fat on the liver

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: GRAS
  • Notes: ASP; on FDA list for further study

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): prevents the buildup of fat on the liver; an essential amino acid