Not too long ago I found a webpage online that showed a chart of which amino acids can be synthesized if other amino acids are present. The chart included info on, say, how amino acid C could be formed using amino acids A and B.
It was really useful, but I haven’t been able to find this page or an alternative with the same information. Does anyone know of a resource where I could read about this again?
Just google essential amino acids. As long as you get these essential amino acids in your diet, your body can synthesize the rest of them. These essential amino acids are also would make a “complete protein” which is a source of protein that contains all the essential amino acids (milk, eggs, meat are some examples). This is also why you will see some foods like beans that look high in protein, but they are not recommended as a source or protein on their own, as they are not a complete protein and are lacking 1 or more of the essential amino acids. These foods like beans are usually recommended to pair with other foods like rice or corn, and the combination will provide all the essential amino acids. This is very important for vegans and vegetarians, so they can make sure they get all the essential amino acids.