Description: Glutamine has an important
structural role, comprising 5-10% of amino acid residues in various
proteins. Glutamine is a major vehicle for the transfer of nitrogen
between tissues. Maximum growth and proliferation of most cell types
occur with adequate glutamine stores. Dependence on glutamine for
cellular growth and function has been clearly demonstrated for
intestinal mucosal cells and cells of the immune system.
Glutamine plays a key part with the branched chain amino acids
(BCAA) in muscle energy metabolism and the over training syndrome of
athletes. Approximately, 55% of glutamine taken up is oxidized via
alpha-ketogluterate and the Kreb’s cycle to form CO2 and a further 20%
is incorporated into citrate, lactate, organic acids, and glucose. Most
glutamine is partly metabolized to form alanine and lactate. During
fever, surgery, and trauma muscle free glutamine concentrations fall.
Adequate circulating glutamine is needed for mucosal healing and muscle
protein synthesis; therefore glutamine may be considered “conditionally
essential.” Studies suggest that providing increased oral protein
intake can replete muscle glutamine concentrations.
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, take 4 heaping teaspoons divided throughout the day for the first 5 days in order to load the muscle.
Warnings: Keep
out of Reach of Children. These statements have not been evaluated by
the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to
diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
