Anti-ulcer Agent
- As a major metabolic fuel for the endothelial cells of the intestinal tract, glutamine has been shown to speed the rate of healing of digestive ulcers.
Athletic Performance
- Glutamine improves nitrogen balance, increases protein synthesis.
- Research also suggests it may increase human growth hormone secretion whilst decreasing muscle pain after a workout.
- It may stimulate the accumulation of muscle glycogen, which provides an added advantage for endurance athletes who rely heavily on glycogen stores.
Cravings
- Glutamine can convert to sugar for energy production via gluconeogenesis. This, in combination with the effect on brain chemistry, has been shown to significantly reduce craving for alcohol in clinical research.
Immune Support
- It is suggested that glutamine supplementation can reduce length of stay in hospital due to its role in reducing inflammation and infection, while decreasing wound healing time. Proper functioning depends on glutamine as a fuel for growth and proliferation.
Intestinal Support
- It promotes cellular repair and reverses mucosal atrophy. It improves gut barrier function, as well as immune activity in the gut, and intestinal permeability.
Mental Health
- It readily passes the blood-brain barrier and within the brain is converted to glutamic acid, which the brain needs to function properly.
- It provides an energy source for the brain, and plays a role in mental alertness and memory enhancement.
- It also increases the amount of gABA, which is needed to sustain proper brain function and mental activity.
