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. 1991 Jan;34(1):20-3.
doi: 10.1016/0306-9877(91)90059-8.

L-threonine as a symptomatic treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)

J B Roufs

L-threonine as a symptomatic treatment for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)

J B Roufs. Med Hypotheses. 1991 Jan.

Abstract

ALS is a fatal, neurological disease of unknown origin with no present cure. A recent pilot study has shown that L-threonine, an essential amino acid, may be effective in the symptomatic treatment of ALS. Relevant information discussing the potential role of L-threonine in the treatment of ALS is presented.

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