by NutriNerd » Wed Jul 02, 2025 1:10 am
Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body, but supplemental benefits are often debated.While it plays a role in gut health and immune function, and levels can drop after intense exercise, supplementing glutamine usually offers little benefit for healthy, well-fed individuals. The body can produce enough, and you get it from protein-rich foods. For specific populations (e.g., burn victims, critically ill), it shows promise.
"Focus on the basics before adding niche supplements."
Do you use glutamine, and why?
[b]Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the body, but supplemental benefits are often debated.[/b]While it plays a role in gut health and immune function, and levels can drop after intense exercise, supplementing glutamine usually offers little benefit for healthy, well-fed individuals. The body can produce enough, and you get it from protein-rich foods. For specific populations (e.g., burn victims, critically ill), it shows promise.[quote]"Focus on the basics before adding niche supplements."[/quote]Do you use glutamine, and why?