The most plentiful amino acid in the body, glutamine is a building block of protein and plays a significant role in more metabolic processes than any other amino acid. At times of high energy needs, glutamine converts into glucose and can be used by the body as an available energy source. White blood cells use glutamine for immune function. And, glutamine also functions as a vital energy supply for the cells lining the intestines. Deprived of this precious source of fuel these cells would weaken and die.
In various animal research studies, glutamine has shown effective as an anti-inflammatory treatment. And, when combined with N-acetyl-cysteine, glutamine enhances the production of glutathione, an antioxidant that occurs naturally within the body and may be useful in treating people with HIV. It has also been suggested that critically ill people may have a better chance for survival when treated with a supplement of intravenous glutamine.
by the Harvard School of Public Health
It has been asked by millions of people “If you eat a healthy diet, do you need to take vitamins?” Not very long ago, the common answer from most experts and professionals would have been an emphatic "no". However, today there's quite a bit of evidence that taking a daily multivitamin makes good sense for most adults.
by the Mayoclinic Staff
Given the popularity and availability of “high potency” amino acids, antioxidants, enzymes and herbs, it might seem like dietary supplements could replace food as a source of the nutrients the body requires. However, this is not the case.
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