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Universal
Nutrition Glutamine
Glutamine is one of the most versatile of all
amino acids, and among the top aminos used by elite athletes.
Among its many functions, glutamine detoxifies ammonia, regulates
protein synthesis and protein degradation, functions as a nitrogen
precursor and transfer, promotes cellular hydration, stimulates
growth hormone production, maintains acid balance, boosts the
immune system, is an energy precursor and increases glycogen
production in the liver. In short, glutamine is both anabolic and
anti-catabolic. Glutamine accounts for about 60% of the body’s
total intramuscular free amino-acid pool and 20% of the total
circulating amino acids. Unlike almost all other aminos, glutamine
contains two nitrogen atoms. Because of this additional nitrogen
atom, glutamine is called a nitrogen “shuttle.” Glutamine
transports nitrogen where the body needs it most. Glutamine is
available in both powder and capsule forms
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Serving Size 1
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Servings Per Container 60 |
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L-glutamine |
5g |
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