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TMG

Amino acids / Amino acids and their derivatives

Also known as: Trimethyl glycineBetaineBetaine aspartateBetaine citrate

Description: TMG is a mildly sweet tasting methyl donor found in the body and in foods (beets, broccoli, seefoods). Betaine hydrochloride is another product with different uses. DMG also is a different product and it can not replace TMG.

Oral Uses

  • High homocysteine RatingRatingRatingRating

    TMG helps break down and reduce homocysteine by converting it to methionine. Take 0.5-4.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • Homocystinuria RatingRatingRatingRating

    TMG helps break down and reduce homocysteine; alleviates symptoms. Take 3-6 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • Alcohol addiction RatingRatingRating

    TMG promotes SAMe production in the body; protects the liver. Take 0.5-4.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • Alcoholic fatty liver RatingRatingRating

    TMG promotes SAMe production in the body; reduces inflammation; protects the liver. Take 0.5-4.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • Alcoholic hepatitis RatingRatingRating

    TMG promotes SAMe production in the body; reduces inflammation; protects the liver. Take 0.5-4.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • Depression RatingRatingRating

    TMG is an antidepressant; increases SAMe level and alleviates symptoms. Take 0.5-2.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • General hepatitis RatingRatingRating

    TMG promotes SAMe production in the body; reduces inflammation; protects the liver. Take 0.5-4.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

Oral Actions

  • Action - Anti-aging RatingRating

    TMG is an anti-aging; slows down aging process. Take 0.5-2.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • Action - Anti-inflammatory RatingRating

    TMG is an anti-inflammatory; reduces inflammation. Take 0.5-4.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • Action - Antidepressant RatingRating

    TMG is an antidepressant; alleviates depression. Take 0.5-2.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • Action - Ergogenic aid RatingRating

    TMG is an ergogenic aid; helps to improve physical or mental performance. Take 0.5-2.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • Action - Increasing glutathione level RatingRating

    TMG increases glutathione levels. Take 0.5-2.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

  • Action - Cardiac tonic Rating

    TMG is a cardiac tonic; strengthens the heart. Take 0.5-2.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

Topical Uses

  • Sjogren's syndrome RatingRating

    TMG alleviates dry mouth and other symptoms. Use TMG containing toothpaste many times daily, for many months.

Recommended Dosage

Take 0.5-3.0 g of TMG daily, in divided doses, with meals, for many months.

Cautions & Side Effects

Safety problems are unknown if used as suggested. TMG may cause body odor, diarrhea; nausea or stomach upset. Do not use it if you are pregnant or nursing. TMG may increase cholesterol level. If you have high cholesterol or its risk, do not use it.

Available Forms

TMG is available in tablet, capsule and powder form.

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