BIOMOLECULES AND ENZYMES

BIOLOGY

AMINO ACIDS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
the amino acid that tastes bitter is
A
leucine
B
histidine
C
arginine
D
proline
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Bitter-Tasting Amino Acids l-Arginine and l-Isoleucine Differentially Regulate Proton Secretion via T2R1 Signaling in Human Parietal Cells in Culture.

Detailed explanation-2: -The amino acids arginine, histidine, isoleucine, leucine, methionine, phenylalanine, tryrosine, and valine were found to confer the bitter taste. Many peptides and proteins can have different types of taste as well and many proteins have now been found to taste sweet.

Detailed explanation-3: -Arginine is not easily consumed by children or those who are sensitive to bitter taste due to bitter taste and peculiar odor.

Detailed explanation-4: -The naturally flavored L-Arginine tastes slightly bitter, and may be best when consumed mixed with fruit juices, berry shakes, lemonade, or energy drinks.

Detailed explanation-5: -L-arginine is an amino acid that helps the body build protein. Your body usually makes all the L-arginine it needs. L-arginine is also found in most protein-rich foods, including fish, red meat, poultry, soy, whole grains, beans and dairy products. As a supplement, L-arginine can be used orally and topically.

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