What Is Glutamine?

Glutamine is a naturally occurring amino acid that is produced in the liver and found in foods like steak and eggs. Your body can only naturally produce so much glutamine on its own. To achieve desired results, you would have to consume great amounts of any particular food source. Therefore, oral supplementation is recommended for increased plasma glutamine levels.

• Studies now show that glutamine supplementation can produce a significant increase in plasma glutamine levels. Taking before or after exercise has shown promise in lean muscle gains and reduced recovery time.
• Glutamine is a natural source of fuel for your intestinal and immune systems. It also helps produce an antioxidant known as glutathione. This process positively impacts your overall health.
• Our micronized glutamine supplement is great for making your own encapsulations. Buy in bulk and blend with BCAAs and creatine for optimum results.
• Glutamine is a naturally occurring amino acid. It is a conditional acid, meaning the body can only naturally synthesize it to a certain extent. Therefore oral supplementation is needed.

Lean Muscle Gains And Reduced Recovery Time

There has been much debate about how the body absorbs and utilizes glutamine supplements. Recent studies have shown that the supplementation of L-glutamine can indeed increase plasma glutamine levels. This increase has shown to allow for rapid protein synthesis, which promotes quick recovery time and lean muscle growth.

Intestinal Nutrition And The Immune System

There are two ways that increased levels of glutamine can promote intestinal health. First, glutamine boosts levels of glutathione, a naturally occurring antioxidant that is essential to the efficiency of our intestinal activity. Glutamine also helps to promote the functionality of the GI tract. The GI tract plays a large role in maintaining a strong immune system.

We recommend a dosage of 1 – 5 grams per day, either before or after your workout. Optimal results are achieved at a dosage of 5 grams taken within 30 minutes post workout. It is usually best to start with a lower dosage and gradually work your way up.