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L-Glutamine

High Research Quality

Description

L-Glutamine is an amino acid important for immune function, gut health, and muscle recovery.

Benefits

Evidence-supported benefits:

Improved recovery post-exercise
Beneficial effects on gut barrier function

Claimed benefits (insufficient evidence):

Enhanced muscle recovery (claimed)
Improved gut health (claimed)

Recommended Usage

5-10 grams daily post-exercise or for gut health support.

Research Quality

4/5

Strong evidence from multiple high-quality studies.

Research Evidence

The influence of oral glutamine supplementation on athletes after heavy exercise1997
Castell LM, Newsholme EA

Methodology

Study

Participants

151 subjects

Key Outcomes

Improved recovery and reduced infection rates in athletes

Citation (APA Style)

Castell & Newsholme (1997). Nutrition

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Role of glutamine in protection of intestinal epithelial tight junctions2012
Rao R, Samak G

Methodology

Review

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Confirmed beneficial effects on gut barrier function

Citation (APA Style)

Rao & Samak (2012). Journal of Epithelial Biology & Pharmacology

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The Effects of Oral Glutamine Supplementation on Athletes after Exercise2018
Cruzat V, et al.

Methodology

Review

Participants

0 subjects

Key Outcomes

Highlighted immune and recovery benefits

Citation (APA Style)

Cruzat et al. (2018). Nutrients

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Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and not intended as medical advice. Please consult with a healthcare professional before taking any supplements, especially if you have underlying health conditions or are taking medications.