L-GLUTAMINE

Glutamine has recently been the focus of much scientific interest. A growing body of evidence suggests that during certain stressful times, the body may require more glutamine than it can produce. Under these circumstances glutamine may be considered a "conditionally essential" amino acid. Glutamine is involved in maintaining a positive nitrogen balance and also aids the immune system. In addition, glutamine is a regulator of acid-base balance.

L-glutamine is part of almost every protein source, as this single amino acid accounts for about 60% of all free amino acids in the body. It is a key ingredient added to many brain/mind dietary supplements because it is effective at getting across the blood-brain barrier and it can serve as the brain's backup source of energy.

L-glutamine is found in both plant and animal proteins. L-Glutamine assists in maintaining the proper acid/alkaline balance in the body, and is the basis of the building blocks for the synthesis of RNA and DNA. No other nutrient is as important as glutamine for gastrointestinal health. Glutamine rapidly facilitates healing and restores the health of mucous membranes inside the colon (large intestine).

Unlike other amino acids that have a single nitrogen atom, glutamine contains two nitrogen atoms that enable it to transfer nitrogen and remove ammonia from body tissues, regulating blood pH and protecting the kidneys and those with peptic ulcers.

Glutamine supplementation reduces stomach inflammation and can be useful in cases of diarrhea. The body often cannot synthesise enough glutamine to heal wounds, preserve lean tissue and nourish the immune system following major surgery or physical stress. Providing supplemental glutamine avoids all of these complications, normalises amino acid levels, speeds healing, and improves overall surgical recovery.

L-Glutamine is also the primary source of energy for the immune system. This versatile amino acid also is a component of the important antioxidant glutathione.

L-Glutamine may inhibit fatty build-ups inside the liver. Taking L-glutamine can help the craving for sugar. The National Institute of Mental Health (USA) has acknowledged glutamine's influence on sugar cravings.

By preserving lean tissue, which encourages the burning of fat, this amino acid helps cleanse the body of waste products that are created by fat metabolism, thus helping achieve proper weight maintenance.

Many plant and animal substances contain glutamine, but cooking very easily destroys it. Raw spinach and parsley are good sources. Soy proteins, milk, meats and cabbage are additional sources. But to get adequate amounts supplementation is the best and easiest way to go.

* Maintaining and repair of muscle tissue
* Lean muscle gain
* Improves the function of the immune system
* Enhances the health of the digestive tract

We would recommend, if you would think taking L-Glutamine would be beneficial, that you try NFS L-Glutamine 500g.

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