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Glutamine

Amino acids / Amino acids and their derivatives

Also known as: l-Glutamine
Botanical Name or Chemical Name: 2-Amino-4-carbamoylbutanoic acid

Description: Glutamine is a non-essential amino acid produced in the body from glutamic acid. It is a procursor of ornithine, glutathione and with glucose produces glucosamine. It is important for metabolic functions in the central nervous system. It plays an important role in all parts of the body and is involved in many biological processes. High-protein foods such as meat, fish, beans and dairy products contain glutamine. Heat and cooking destroys glutamine, especially in vegetables.

Oral Uses

  • Chemotherapy support RatingRatingRatingRating

    Glutamine alleviates diarrhea; helps to produce protein and to keep muscle and other tissue mass; accelerates tissue healing; reduces side effects and intestinal damage. Take 5-15 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Surgery support RatingRatingRatingRating

    Glutamine helps to produce protein; accelerates tissue healing; enhances immune system; used for pre- and post-surgery health. Take 2.5-5.0 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Alcohol addiction RatingRatingRating

    Glutamine reduces voluntary consumption of alcohol and alcohol craving. Take 0.5-1.5 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Alcohol withdrawal RatingRatingRating

    Glutamine reduces alcohol craving, anxiety and withdrawal symptoms. Take 0.5-1.5 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Angina pectoris RatingRatingRating

    Glutamine protects the heart from damage caused by oxygen deficiency; improves physical activity capacity and tolerance. Take 1.5-5.0 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Athletic performance recovery RatingRatingRating

    Glutamine enhances immune system; prevents post physical activity colds and infections. Take 2.5-5.0 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Diarrhea RatingRatingRating

    Glutamine protects and restores intestinal linings; alleviates acute and chronic diarrhea. Take 1.5-5.0 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Anti-catabolic effect RatingRatingRating

    Glutamine has an anti-catabolic effect; prevents muscle loss during exercise. Take 2-8 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Action - Antidiarrheic RatingRatingRating

    Glutamine is an antidiarrheic; alleviates diarrhea. Take 1.5-3.0 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Action - Vulnerary RatingRatingRating

    Glutamine is a vulnerary; soothes and heals damaged tissue. Take 1.5-3.0 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Action - Anabolic effect RatingRating

    Glutamine has anabolic effect; helps to build muscle and other tissues. Take 1.5-3.0 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-aging RatingRating

    Glutamine is an anti-aging; slows down aging process. Take 1.5-3.0 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Action - Antibacterial RatingRating

    Glutamine is an antibacterial; inhibits bacteria growth. Take 1.5-3.0 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

  • Action - Antidepressant RatingRating

    Glutamine is an antidepressant; alleviates depression. Take 1.5-3.0 g of glutamine daily, in divided doses, between meals, for many months.

Recommended Dosage

Take 1.5-5.0 g of glutamine daily in divided doses for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

There is no known safety problems if used at suggested dosage. Use it with caution if you have sensitivity to MSG, bipolar disorder or epilepsy. Do not use it if you have Reye’s syndromekidney or liver conditions or {ccirrhosis

Available Forms

Glutamine is available in capsule, tablet, powder and liquid form.

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