L-glutamine is a major fuel source for intestinal, immune, and brain cells and therefore may support healthy brain function, digestion and immune health.* It also regulates nitrogen transport to and from muscle tissue, thereby helping to support lean muscle.* It may also help play a role in regulating blood sugar.* A double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluated […]
L-glutamine is a major fuel source for intestinal, immune, and brain cells and therefore may support healthy brain function, digestion and immune health.* It also regulates nitrogen transport to and from muscle tissue, thereby helping to support lean muscle.* It may also help play a role in regulating blood sugar.* A double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluated the benefits of supplemental glutamine taken at the end of exercise in endurance athletes and found a significant decrease in infections among treated athletes. Only 19% of the athletes taking glutamine got sick, as compared to 51% of those on placebo.58
