L-Glutamine Information

How is L-Glutamine Used?

During intense exercise or periods of increased stress to the body, take 2 to 4 grams (1/2-1 tsp) of L-Glutamine 2 to 3 times per day. Taking L-Glutamine after exercise or before going to bed, (when muscle typically undergoes repair and recuperation), could be especially effective.

What is L-Glutamine?

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid found in human muscles. More than 61% of skeletal muscle tissue is Glutamine. Glutamine is 19% nitrogen, making it the main transporter of nitrogen to muscle cells. During intense workouts, Glutamine levels are greatly diminished in the body, which decreases strength, endurance and recovery. It may take up to 6 days for Glutamine levels to return to normal and Glutamine plays a key role in the synthesis of protein. Studies have found that L-Glutamine supplementation can minimize breakdown of muscle tissue and boost protein metabolism.

Glutamine plays important roles in protein metabolism, cell volumizing, and anti-catabolism. Glutamine also boosts your ability to produce Human Growth Hormone, which helps burn body fat and promote new muscle growth. Glutamine's anti-catabolism ability hinders the breakdown of your muscles. This is especially useful for those trying to 'cut down'. Glutamine is key during the summer when you're trying to get rid of some body fat without losing any muscle.

Glutamine is necessary throughout your body for peak performance. The small intestine requires the most Glutamine in your body, and your immune system also requires Glutamine. Because Glutamine levels drop during training, bodybuilders are more prone to illness. This is why a L-Glutamine supplement is so important, not only for creating new muscle, but for the maintenance effects of L-Glutamine. EAS L-Glutamine powder has no taste or odor and dissolves easily in water. It can be mixed with your favorite protein shaketo enhance dietary intake of Glutamine.

L-Glutamine

*These statements about L-Glutamine have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. L-Glutamine is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.