Taurine does not contribute to protein structure. Taurine helps regulate the levels of water and minerals in the blood, contributing to overall fluid balance a

Taurine does not contribute to protein structure. Taurine helps regulate the levels of water and minerals in the blood, contributing to overall fluid balance and proper functioning of the muscles and nerves. Also it acts as a neurotransmitter in the brain. Taurine is found in high amounts in the eye and it's thought to protect against retinal degeneration. Finally Taurine is used in the formation of bile salts. But, unlike most amino acids it’s not used in protein synthesis.