L-Glutamine

L-Glutamine is an amino acid synthesized by the human body from another amino acid called Glutamic Acid or Glutamate. Glutamine is often referred to as a 'conditionally essential' amino acid because under certain circumstances the human body is unable or inefficient at producing enough L-Glutamine to meet its needs, so it really becomes 'essential' during these circumstances, like marathons or 6 day splits in the gym, to obtain more L-Glutamine from the diet or from supplementation.

L-Glutamine is well known and regarded for its ability to serve as a source of fuel for the cells that line the gastrointestinal tract. L-Glutamine is the preferred fuel source for cells that line the small intestine. By nourishing these cells, L-Glutamine helps maintain the health and structural integrity of the gastrointestinal tract. This is important because a healthy gastrointestinal tract is vital to preserving overall well-being, as the lining of the gastrointestinal tract serves as a first line of defence against micro-organisms that cause disease and this lining also minimizes the absorption of potentially allergenic Molecules, L-Glutamine also serves as a source of fuel for the muscles and cells that participate within your immune system.

Another often overlooked yet very interesting benefit of Glutamine is that it helps to maintain a proper acid base balance. I'll explain how this happens:

Glutamine is synthesized from Glutamate and Ammonia. Ammonia is a toxic waste compound with a high pH value, meaning that it is basic (as opposed to acidic). When your body's ammonia levels are elevated, the body clears the ammonia from the blood by synthesizing Glutamine. If your blood is too acidic (the pH is too low), then the body can break down Glutamine into Glutamate and ammonia to increase the pH of the blood.

Glutamine also serves as a precursor to the anti oxidant Glutathionine, participates in glycogen synthesis ( the storage of carbohydrate in the muscles) and provides nitrogen compounds for the manufacture of nucleotides which are then used to make DNA and RNA.

Glutamine deficiency is very uncommon as it's normally very easy for your body to synthesize it. Glutamine can be found in most high-protein foods such as beef, chicken, fish, beans and dairy products like cottage cheese or quark.

It is very useful for athletes trying to maintain muscle mass during a cutting cycle, or who engage in intense training.

Through taking L-Glutamine, you may shorten recovery times, increase muscle mass, improve immunity, enhance intestinal health and increase plasma HGH levels.

We highly recommend L-Glutamine during weight loss cycles, and or in periods leading up to competition.

Supplement Facts:

Serving Size: 5g

Servings Per Container: 100

Ingredients Per Serving:

100% L-Glutamine - 5g

Suggested Use:

As a dietary supplement we recommend consuming 5 grams, twice daily. For optimal results consume a serving upon waking and before sleep. Add 1 teaspoon (5g) to 300ml water or fruit juice and mix. Advanced athletes may sip L-Glutamine mixed in water during their weight training or cardio session, to avoid catabolism and enhance muscular growth and recovery.