Research Topic · Peer-Reviewed

Threonine

Threonine is an essential amino acid, meaning that it cannot be produced by the body and must be obtained through diet. It plays a role in protein formation, enzyme activation, and helps regulate metabolism. Threonine is widely used in dietary supplements and is found in many food sources such as dairy, meat, eggs, …

Curated from this journal's research 📚 9 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 62× across the literature 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Threonine is an essential amino acid, meaning that it cannot be produced by the body and must be obtained through diet. It plays a role in protein formation, enzyme activation, and helps regulate metabolism. Threonine is widely used in dietary supplements and is found in many food sources such as dairy, meat, eggs, and legumes. Threonine has been linked to improved immune system functioning, better digestion and absorption of nutrients, and is important for healthy growth in children. It also helps protect against cardiovascular disease, cancer, and autoimmune diseases. By including threonine in our diets, we can ensure that our bodies are getting the nutrients they need for optimal health.

Research published in this journal

9 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 9 articles above have been cited 62 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in International Journal of Amino Acids.

Journal editorial board
Nicolas Inguimbert · France

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