Comprehensive nutritional support for optimal recovery
A specially designed amino acid solution to aid nutritional management in patients with compromised health conditions.
Introduction
Amino acid therapy is a medical approach that uses supplementation of specific amino acids to support body function, promote metabolic balance, and improve health. As the building blocks of protein, amino acids are widely involved in cell repair, immune support and neuromodulation, and are used to manage stress, increase energy levels and assist in the care of chronic diseases.
What is Amino Acid Therapy?
Overview:
- A specially formulated IV infusion therapy containing a balance of essential and non-essential amino acids.
- Designed for people with liver disease, malnutrition, increased metabolic demands, or other health issues.
Purpose:
- Support protein synthesis.
- Aids recovery in patients with malnutrition or liver impairment.
Benefits of Amino Acid Therapy
- Nutritional support: Provides necessary nutrition to patients with restricted dietary intake.
- Liver Health Support: Reduces the metabolic burden on the liver and provides easily accessible amino acids.
- Promotes Recovery: Helps with wound healing, immune function and overall recovery in patients undergoing surgery or with chronic illnesses.
- Improve quality of life: Relieve fatigue and promote better energy levels.
Treatment
• Provides essential and non-essential amino acids in an optimized ratio.
• Administered intravenously under medical supervision.
• Reduces the workload on the liver and promotes better metabolic balance.
Usage and Dosage
• Personalized treatment plan: Dosage is adjusted based on individual needs, health status, and nutritional status.
Always consult a qualified medical provider to determine suitability!
Who Can Benefit from Amino Acid Therapy?
- Recommended for:
Patients with Cancer:
– Addresses malnutrition due to cancer or cancer treatments like chemotherapy, radiation, or surgery.
– Helps combat cancer-induced weight loss (cachexia) and improves recovery.
Individuals with Liver Diseases:
– Reduces the liver’s metabolic workload, especially in hepatic insufficiency or hepatic encephalopathy.
Malnourished Patients:
– Supports those with severe malnutrition due to chronic illness or other factors.
Pre- and Post-Surgical Patients:
– Enhances recovery and healing in individuals undergoing major surgeries.
Patients with High Metabolic Demands:
– Ideal for those dealing with critical illnesses or increased nutritional needs.
Safety and precautions
- Safe Use:
— Suitable for use under medical supervision. - Precautions:
— Not recommended for people with severe renal insufficiency or allergies to the amino acid formula.
— Regular monitoring is required during treatment.
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References
Research on Amino Acid Therapy and Nutritional Support:
- Fürst P, Stehle P. What are the essential elements needed for the determination of amino acid requirements in humans? The Journal of Nutrition. 2004;134(6):1558S–1565S. doi:10.1093/jn/134.6.1558S.
- Hoffer LJ. Clinical nutrition: 2. Protein-energy malnutrition in the inpatient. CMAJ. 2011;183(10):1167–1174. doi:10.1503/cmaj.091577.
- Plauth M, Cabré E, Campillo B, et al. ESPEN guidelines on parenteral nutrition: hepatology. Clinical Nutrition. 2009;28(4):436–444.
Research on Amino Acid Supplementation and Protein Metabolism:
- Wolfe RR. Regulation of muscle protein by amino acids. Journal of Nutrition. 2008;138(10):2079S–2084S. doi:10.1093/jn/138.10.2079S.
- Kimball SR, Jefferson LS. Signaling pathways and molecular mechanisms through which branched-chain amino acids mediate translational control of protein synthesis. Physiological Reviews. 2006;86(2):575–585. doi:10.1152/physrev.00015.2007.
- Cederholm T, Barazzoni R, Austin P, et al. ESPEN guidelines on definitions and terminology of clinical nutrition. Clinical Nutrition. 2017;36(1):49–64.
Research on Amino Acid Therapy and Liver Function Support:
- Plauth M, Bernal W, Dasarathy S, et al. ESPEN guideline on clinical nutrition in liver disease. Clinical Nutrition. 2019;38(2):485–521.
- Marchesini G, Bianchi G, Merli M, et al. Nutritional supplementation with branched-chain amino acids in advanced cirrhosis: a double-blind, randomized trial. Gastroenterology. 2003;124(7):1792–1801.
- Kawaguchi T, Izumi N, Charlton M, Sata M. Branched-chain amino acids as pharmacological nutrients in chronic liver disease. Hepatology Research. 2011;41(1):1–9.
Research on Amino Acid Support in Cancer-Related Malnutrition:
- Muscaritoli M, Arends J, Bachmann P, et al. ESPEN practical guideline: Clinical Nutrition in Cancer. Clinical Nutrition. 2021;40(5):2898–2913.
- Arends J, Bachmann P, Baracos V, et al. ESPEN guidelines on nutrition in cancer patients. Clinical Nutrition. 2017;36(1):11–48.
- Bozzetti F. Nutritional support in cancer patients. Clinical Nutrition. 2013;32(6):801–805.
Research on Intravenous Amino Acid Infusion and Clinical Nutrition:
- Singer P, Berger MM, Van den Berghe G, et al. ESPEN guidelines on parenteral nutrition: intensive care. Clinical Nutrition. 2009;28(4):387–400.
- Kreymann KG, Berger MM, Deutz NEP, et al. ESPEN guidelines on enteral nutrition: intensive care. Clinical Nutrition. 2006;25(2):210–223.
- Weimann A, Braga M, Carli F, et al. ESPEN guideline: Clinical nutrition in surgery. Clinical Nutrition. 2017;36(3):623–650.