Glutamic acid is a non-essential amino acid that serves as a building block for proteins in the body. It is also a precursor for the neurotransmitter glutamate, which plays a key role in brain function and nervous system activity.
Glutamic acid is an important amino acid that serves as a building block for proteins. It also plays a crucial role in the functioning of the nervous system. Additionally, glutamic acid is involved in the synthesis of other important molecules in the body.
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.
Seeds, cottonseed flour, low fat (glandless)
Type: Food
Cereals and cereal products -> Flour
Glutamic acid
12.48g per 100 grams
Seeds, cottonseed meal, partially defatted (glandless)
Type: Food
Cereals and cereal products -> Flour
Glutamic acid
12.29g per 100 grams
Soy protein concentrate, 58% protein
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Glutamic acid
12.01g per 100 grams
Egg white powder, for food industry
Type: Food
Egg dishes -> Egg
Glutamic acid
10.77g per 100 grams
Seeds, cottonseed flour, partially defatted (glandless)
Type: Food
Cereals and cereal products -> Flour
Glutamic acid
10.26g per 100 grams
Vegan krējums
Type: Recipe
Glutamic acid
9.34g per 100 grams
Gelatin
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Glutamic acid
8.75g per 100 grams
Seeds, cottonseed kernels, roasted (glandless)
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Glutamic acid
8.16g per 100 grams
Soya beans, dried
Type: Food
Pulses and pulse dishes -> Pulses
Glutamic acid
7.67g per 100 grams
Milk powder, fat-free milk
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Miscellaneous ingredients
Glutamic acid
7.57g per 100 grams
Cheese, parmesan, dry grated, reduced fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
7.28g per 100 grams
Flour, soya flour, full fat
Type: Food
Pulses and pulse dishes -> Pulse products
Glutamic acid
6.69g per 100 grams
Cheese, parmesan, grated
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
6.43g per 100 grams
Hemp seed, whole
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Glutamic acid
6.27g per 100 grams
Hemp seed, without hull
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Glutamic acid
6.27g per 100 grams
Almond
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Glutamic acid
6.21g per 100 grams
Pumpkin seed
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Glutamic acid
6.19g per 100 grams
Cheese, hard cheese, edam type, 24-27% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
6.15g per 100 grams
Cheese, semi-hard cheese, edam/kadett, 9-11% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
6.15g per 100 grams
Cheese, gouda, average, 28-30% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
6.14g per 100 grams
Cheese, gruyere
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
5.98g per 100 grams
Almond butter
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Condiments
Glutamic acid
5.91g per 100 grams
Cheese, hard cheese, goat cheese, 20-25% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
5.69g per 100 grams
Cheese, goat cheese, 30% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, unripened, fresh cheese
Glutamic acid
5.69g per 100 grams
Cheese, goat cheese, 30% fat, fried
Type: Dish
Milk dishes -> Cheese, unripened, fresh cheese
Glutamic acid
5.69g per 100 grams
Sunflower seed
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Glutamic acid
5.58g per 100 grams
Cheese, muenster
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
5.56g per 100 grams
Beef steak, fried
Type: Dish
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Glutamic acid
5.49g per 100 grams
Bacon, 32% fat
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Glutamic acid
5.45g per 100 grams
Nut, peanut, salt
Type: Food
Snacks -> Savoury snacks
Glutamic acid
5.42g per 100 grams
Nut, peanut, honey-roasted
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Glutamic acid
5.41g per 100 grams
Nut, peanut
Type: Food
Snacks -> Nuts, seeds and dried fruits
Glutamic acid
5.39g per 100 grams
Rabbit, wild, cooked, stewed
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Glutamic acid
5.30g per 100 grams
Mustard seed, ground
Type: Food
Miscellaneous -> Spices
Glutamic acid
5.27g per 100 grams
Bacon, fried
Type: Dish
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Glutamic acid
5.22g per 100 grams
Bacon, fillet, 18% fat
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Glutamic acid
5.22g per 100 grams
Bacon, fillet, 18% fat, fried
Type: Dish
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Glutamic acid
5.22g per 100 grams
Cheese, blue cheese, aura/danazole, average, 27-30% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
5.18g per 100 grams
Cheese, blue cheese, aura, 17% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
5.18g per 100 grams
Peanut butter without added salt
Type: Dish
Miscellaneous -> Condiments
Glutamic acid
5.09g per 100 grams
Peanut butter with added salt and sugar
Type: Dish
Miscellaneous -> Condiments
Glutamic acid
5.09g per 100 grams
Cheese, mozzarella cheese, 20% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, unripened, fresh cheese
Glutamic acid
5.06g per 100 grams
Chicken breast without skin, fried
Type: Dish
Meat dishes -> Chicken and other birds
Glutamic acid
5.02g per 100 grams
Beaver, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Glutamic acid
4.98g per 100 grams
Elk, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Glutamic acid
4.80g per 100 grams
Wheat grain, crushed
Type: Food
Cereals and cereal products -> Flour
Glutamic acid
4.74g per 100 grams
Moose, cooked, roasted
Type: Food
Meat dishes -> Steaks and chops
Glutamic acid
4.74g per 100 grams
Cheese, cheddar type, 34% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
4.74g per 100 grams
Cheese, average
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
4.74g per 100 grams
Cheese, 28% fat
Type: Food
Milk dishes -> Cheese, ripened cheese
Glutamic acid
4.74g per 100 grams
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