NUTRIENTS

Taurine

Part of Proteins

An amino-acid-like compound concentrated in the heart, brain, and muscle tissue, involved in cell hydration balance and calcium handling. Found in meat and fish, and made in small amounts by the body.

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Anchor sources

Where this term connects into the site's own research vocabulary -- the broader evidence set lives in the studies library below.

Protein & Amino Acids(subject)Heart(body system)

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Parent category

Proteins