I wondered how many ppl realize how important Glutamine is after Chaps suggested that I should add them to my regimine of things to take, I am taking them but good looking bro.
So here's a little info on glutamine:
Glutamine is an amino acid, one of the building blocks of protein that is linked together by peptide bonds in specific chemical arrangements to form proteins. It is found in both plant and animal proteins and is available in a variety of supplemental forms.
Glutamine helps the body maintain the correct acid*alkaline balance and is a necessary part of the synthesis of RNA and DNA. Glutamine also helps promote a healthy digestive tract.
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. Glutamine readily passes the blood*brain barrier and, within the brain, is converted to glutamic acid, which the brain needs to function properly. It also increases the amount of GABA, which is needed to sustain proper brain function and mental activity.
No other nutrient is as important for gastrointestinal health. Glutamine rapidly facilitates healing and restores the health of mucous membranes inside the colon (large intestine). Just 1.6 grams per day, is used to treat peptic ulcers. Research proved that supplementation lessens stomach inflammation caused by chemotherapy and can be useful in treating diarrhea.
The body cannot synthesize enough glutamine to heal wounds, preserve lean tissue, and nourish the immune system following surgery or physical stress. Providing supplemental glutamine avoids these complications, normalizes the amino acid levels, speeds healing, and improves overall surgical recovery.
The primary source of energy for the immune system is glutamine. One of the reasons that cancer patients lose lean tissue and muscle mass is because of a depletion of glutamine. Polyps in the colon, have a significantly lower glutamine content than healthy tissue.
Animal studies show that with glutamine supplementation chemotherapy's toxic side effects can be shielded from the liver and the cancer-killing ability of certain chemotherapeutic drugs may be strengthened.
When our T cell reserve is low, a standard measurement of immune activity, the cells, called macrophages, lose strength. But when L-glutamine is given in dosages of 20-40 grams daily the immune system responds, as demonstrated by the extra infection safeguard it provided in studies of patients with bone marrow transplants.
Glutamine is an essential treatment for AIDS or viral chronic fatigue syndrome.
Glutamine has been used to curb the desire to drink alcohol. A daily dose of 12 grams (about 3 teaspoons) helped 75 percent of the people studied in one experiment. Curbing cravings for sugar can be alleviated by taking 1-2 grams of L-glutamine. The National Institute of Mental Health also acknowledged glutamine's influence on sugar cravings.
By preserving lean tissue, which contributes to burning off fat, the amino acid helps cleanse the body and liver of waste products that are created by fat metabolism. In this way, glutamine may help obese persons with weight loss.
Weight lifters can benefit from glutamine supplementation because it assists in the repair and preservation of muscle tissue. Prolonged exercise causes microscopic injuries to the muscles and, for a long as two weeks after a workout, lowers body's glutamine stores.
So here's the gist of this little article:
*A dosage of 2 grams on an empty stomach has been shown to increase the level of circulating growth hormone in the body. This is good because growth hormone promotes muscle growth and fat loss.
*Another effect is that the body does not have to break down other amino acids to make glutamine. Glutamine is a popular amino in the body and if glutamine levels are low, the body will break down muscle protein to synthesize it.
*The extra glutamine you take in supplement form helps support muscle growth if taken in doses of 5 grams or more at a time (this large amount is necessary to get enough past the digestive system to be of value - the gut sucks up glutamine like a sponge).
*Other effects of glutamine include immune system boosting, improved recovery, cell volumization and enhancement of glycogen replenishment.
The best times to take glutamine are first thing in the morning, right after a workout and right before sleep.
*Dosages can vary from 2 grams (minimum) to about 10 to 15 grams (maximum). The larger doses should be used immediately after a workout to promote anabolism and minimize catabolism (muscle breakdown).
I see many ppl talk about how great Creatine is but I wonder how many ppl realize how much more important L-Glutamine is.
So here's a little info on glutamine:
Glutamine is an amino acid, one of the building blocks of protein that is linked together by peptide bonds in specific chemical arrangements to form proteins. It is found in both plant and animal proteins and is available in a variety of supplemental forms.
Glutamine helps the body maintain the correct acid*alkaline balance and is a necessary part of the synthesis of RNA and DNA. Glutamine also helps promote a healthy digestive tract.
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. Glutamine readily passes the blood*brain barrier and, within the brain, is converted to glutamic acid, which the brain needs to function properly. It also increases the amount of GABA, which is needed to sustain proper brain function and mental activity.
No other nutrient is as important for gastrointestinal health. Glutamine rapidly facilitates healing and restores the health of mucous membranes inside the colon (large intestine). Just 1.6 grams per day, is used to treat peptic ulcers. Research proved that supplementation lessens stomach inflammation caused by chemotherapy and can be useful in treating diarrhea.
The body cannot synthesize enough glutamine to heal wounds, preserve lean tissue, and nourish the immune system following surgery or physical stress. Providing supplemental glutamine avoids these complications, normalizes the amino acid levels, speeds healing, and improves overall surgical recovery.
The primary source of energy for the immune system is glutamine. One of the reasons that cancer patients lose lean tissue and muscle mass is because of a depletion of glutamine. Polyps in the colon, have a significantly lower glutamine content than healthy tissue.
Animal studies show that with glutamine supplementation chemotherapy's toxic side effects can be shielded from the liver and the cancer-killing ability of certain chemotherapeutic drugs may be strengthened.
When our T cell reserve is low, a standard measurement of immune activity, the cells, called macrophages, lose strength. But when L-glutamine is given in dosages of 20-40 grams daily the immune system responds, as demonstrated by the extra infection safeguard it provided in studies of patients with bone marrow transplants.
Glutamine is an essential treatment for AIDS or viral chronic fatigue syndrome.
Glutamine has been used to curb the desire to drink alcohol. A daily dose of 12 grams (about 3 teaspoons) helped 75 percent of the people studied in one experiment. Curbing cravings for sugar can be alleviated by taking 1-2 grams of L-glutamine. The National Institute of Mental Health also acknowledged glutamine's influence on sugar cravings.
By preserving lean tissue, which contributes to burning off fat, the amino acid helps cleanse the body and liver of waste products that are created by fat metabolism. In this way, glutamine may help obese persons with weight loss.
Weight lifters can benefit from glutamine supplementation because it assists in the repair and preservation of muscle tissue. Prolonged exercise causes microscopic injuries to the muscles and, for a long as two weeks after a workout, lowers body's glutamine stores.
So here's the gist of this little article:
*A dosage of 2 grams on an empty stomach has been shown to increase the level of circulating growth hormone in the body. This is good because growth hormone promotes muscle growth and fat loss.
*Another effect is that the body does not have to break down other amino acids to make glutamine. Glutamine is a popular amino in the body and if glutamine levels are low, the body will break down muscle protein to synthesize it.
*The extra glutamine you take in supplement form helps support muscle growth if taken in doses of 5 grams or more at a time (this large amount is necessary to get enough past the digestive system to be of value - the gut sucks up glutamine like a sponge).
*Other effects of glutamine include immune system boosting, improved recovery, cell volumization and enhancement of glycogen replenishment.
The best times to take glutamine are first thing in the morning, right after a workout and right before sleep.
*Dosages can vary from 2 grams (minimum) to about 10 to 15 grams (maximum). The larger doses should be used immediately after a workout to promote anabolism and minimize catabolism (muscle breakdown).
I see many ppl talk about how great Creatine is but I wonder how many ppl realize how much more important L-Glutamine is.
:embarrass glutamine is very, very good for your immune system.
