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Metabolite of the month

Metabolites are essential for life. They are the products of the chemical processes that occur in the body and are necessary for the body to function. Metabolites can be used as biomarkers to diagnose disease and to assess treatment efficacy.

In this blog, we’ll take a closer look at one specific metabolite. Topics of discussion include the biosynthesis and degradation in a broader health context, and the effects of dysregulation in disease.

Oxaloacetic acid (OAA) – Key metabolite in metabolism, disease, and therapeutic innovation

A key metabolite in the citric acid cycle, essential for energy production and metabolic processes

Inosine – Metabolite of the month

Metabolite of the month is your sneak peek into the world of metabolomics. In this month´s article, we took a closer look at inosine.

Methionine – a crucial amino acid in metabolism, antioxidant defense, and cellular function

Learn about methionine, a vital sulfur-containing amino acid essential for protein synthesis, metabolism, antioxidant defense, and cellular health. Discover its dietary sources, impact on health, and role in diverse biological processes

Indoxyl sulfate – Metabolite of the month

Explore the role of indoxyl sulfate, a gut-derived uremic toxin linked to kidney, cardiovascular, and neurological health. Learn about its biosynthesis, impact on chronic disease, and potential as a therapeutic target.

Kynurenic acid – A neuroprotective metabolite with key roles in brain health and immune function

Metabolite of the month is your sneak peek into the world of metabolomics. In this month´s article, we took a closer look at kynurenic acid, an important neuroactive metabolite synthesized from tryptophan in the human body.