L-Glutamine

Amino acids are used by the body for a number of functions including to form proteins. Proteins are required for the repair, maintenance and growth of tissue and are also important for enzymes, hormones and neurotransmitters. This supplement comprises pure crystalline free-form L-glutamine. Glutamine is stored and used by the muscles of the body and is often taken as a supplement post exercise. Glutamine is also used by cells of the gastrointestinal tract as a source of fuel. The body’s requirements for glutamine increases with conditions such as burns, wounds and severe illness.

Nutritional Information

L-Glutamine A heaped teaspoonful provides 5g Glutamine. A quarter level teaspoon typically provides 1g Glutamine. A heaped teaspoonful provides 5g.

Ingredients

L-Glutamine

How to Use

1 to 5 grams daily taken in divided doses, ideally half an hour away from food or at bedtime. This slightly sweet powder can be stirred into water or juice or sprinkled on food. If being used to support exercise recovery should be taken within 2 hours of completion of exercise and the dose for this use can be raised to 10g, or take as directed by a practitioner. A quarter level teaspoon typically provides 1g L-Glutamine. A heaped teaspoonful provides 5g.