L-Glutamine

An amino acid supplement to support muscle metabolism, brain function and gut health.* • Supplementing with L-Glutamine supports the maintenance of muscles, mental activity, immune response, proper mood balance, energy levels and digestive tract health.* • L-Glutamine is a key component in the maintenance of healthy intestinal mucosa. A lack of glutamine may lead to a loss of enterocyte (cells in the small intestine) integrity in the lining of the intestines, which may affect digestion and absorption or allow pathogens into the body.* • L-Glutamine can readily pass the blood-brain barrier and is used as fuel for the brain.* L-Glutamine also supports GABA levels, which is needed to sustain proper brain function and mental activity.* • Glutamine is also found in large amounts in the muscles and is readily available when needed for the synthesis of skeletal muscle proteins. For this reason it is a beneficial amino acid for body builders and to help prevent muscle wasting that can accompany prolonged bed rest or illness.* • L-Glutamine also plays a role in protecting the body from high levels of ammonia and maintaining proper acid-base (pH) balance.* • L-Glutamine:   - Supports G.I. tract integrity*   - Supports immune system function*   - Supports synthesis of skeletal muscle proteins,      RNA and DNA*   - Preserves glutathione in the liver*   - Assists in maintaining the proper acid/alkaline      balance in the body and helps clear ammonia       from tissues *   - Supports GABA production for proper brain      function and mental activity*   - Passes the blood-brain barrier and acts as energy     for the brain*   - When necessary can be converted to sugar for     energy in the body*