methionine-cystine

INTRODUCTION Methionine-cysteine (methionine-cystine) is used in cat food for: 1. protein synthesis: methionine and cysteine are essential amino acids that are important for protein synthesis and tissue repair in cats.

POSSIBLE PROBLEMS The use of moderate amounts of methionine-cysteine in cat food does not usually cause problems.

RECOMMONDATIONS The following are recommendations: 1. Provide the right amount: Choose a cat food that contains the right amount of methionine-cysteine for the age, breed and health of the cat. Make sure the cat food provides enough methionine-cysteine to support protein synthesis and tissue repair.