Components -> Amino acids -> Amino acids
Aspartic acid is a non-essential amino acid, meaning that our bodies can synthesize it on their own. It is important for the synthesis of proteins in the body.
Aspartic acid is a non-essential amino acid that is involved in protein synthesis.
No recommended dietary allowances (RDA) are established for non-essential amino acids, as they can be synthesized by the body. However, it is important to consume adequate amounts of protein-containing foods to ensure sufficient overall protein intake. This ensures that the body has the necessary building blocks to produce non-essential amino acids as needed.
Vegans can obtain non-essential amino acids by consuming a variety of plant-based protein sources. While non-essential amino acids can be synthesized by the body, it is still crucial to ensure adequate protein intake to provide the necessary building blocks. Plant-based foods such as legumes, lentils, tofu, tempeh, quinoa, nuts, seeds, and whole grains are excellent sources of protein for vegans. By including a diverse range of these protein-rich foods in their diet, vegans can meet their protein needs and ensure their bodies have enough building blocks to synthesize non-essential amino acids effectively.
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Soy protein isolate
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Aspartic acid
10.20g per 100 grams
Casein
Type: Food
Miscellaneous ingredients -> Miscellaneous
Aspartic acid
8.88g per 100 grams
Milk Protein
Type: Food
Miscellaneous ingredients -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Aspartic acid
7.10g per 100 grams
Rice Protein
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Aspartic acid
6.73g per 100 grams
Pea Protein
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Aspartic acid
6.21g per 100 grams
Spirulina
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Canned vegetables
Aspartic acid
5.79g per 100 grams
Pork skin
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
4.47g per 100 grams
Rainbow trout, whole, average
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish
Aspartic acid
2.35g per 110 grams
Salmon, whole
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish
Aspartic acid
2.24g per 110 grams
Wheat gluten
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Aspartic acid
3.01g per 100 grams
Turkey mince, fat 5-6%
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Aspartic acid
2.93g per 110 grams
Rabbit, wild, cooked, stewed
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.74g per 85 grams
Pork shoulder
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.70g per 110 grams
Pheasant, cooked, total edible
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Aspartic acid
2.65g per 85 grams
Tuna
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish
Aspartic acid
2.63g per 110 grams
Pork fillet, boneless tenderloin, fat 4.5 %
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.62g per 110 grams
Pork mince, fat 16 %
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.62g per 110 grams
Pork fillet, sirloin
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.62g per 110 grams
Butter milk, dried
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Soured milks
Aspartic acid
2.60g per 100 grams
Pheasant, breast, meat only, raw
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Aspartic acid
2.60g per 110 grams
Pork roast, lean
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.59g per 110 grams
Sweet peppers, dried
Type: Food
Vegetable dishes -> Vegetables
Aspartic acid
2.56g per 100 grams
Sardine, canned in oil
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish products
Aspartic acid
2.52g per 100 grams
Elk, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.52g per 85 grams
Pheasant, raw, meat only
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Aspartic acid
2.51g per 110 grams
Elk
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.48g per 110 grams
Pheasant, raw, meat and skin
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Aspartic acid
2.40g per 110 grams
Bean, yellow, mature
Type: Food
Pulses and pulse dishes -> Pulses
Aspartic acid
2.39g per 90 grams
Tilapia, oven-baked
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish
Aspartic acid
2.39g per 85 grams
Lamb roast
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.38g per 110 grams
Deer, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.38g per 85 grams
Antelope, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.37g per 85 grams
Pheasant, leg, meat only, raw
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Aspartic acid
2.37g per 110 grams
Beaver, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.36g per 85 grams
Horse, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.35g per 85 grams
Rainbow trout, fillet
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish
Aspartic acid
2.35g per 110 grams
Rainbow trout, farmed
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish
Aspartic acid
2.35g per 110 grams
Reindeer
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.34g per 110 grams
Deer, raw
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.34g per 110 grams
Hare
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.34g per 110 grams
Rabbit
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.34g per 110 grams
Rabbit, wild, raw
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.34g per 110 grams
Trout
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish
Aspartic acid
2.34g per 110 grams
Moose, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.34g per 85 grams
Antelope, raw
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.33g per 110 grams
Chicken breast with skin
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Aspartic acid
2.33g per 110 grams
Pork, pancreas, cooked, braised
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Offal dishes
Aspartic acid
2.33g per 85 grams
Whey protein concentrate (75%)
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Aspartic acid
2.32g per 28.7 grams
Horse, raw
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Aspartic acid
2.31g per 110 grams
Tuna, in oil, canned
Type: Food
Fish dishes -> Fish products
Aspartic acid
2.31g per 85 grams
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