Author:
John Stephens
Date Of Creation:
22 January 2021
Update Date:
1 July 2024
Content
Glutamine is an amino acid involved in the production of protein, which is essential for muscle health, endurance and resilience. Although glutamine is produced by the body and is also provided through food sources, when the body is under pressure, some cells, such as those of the immune system, require higher levels of glutamine in order to function properly. function properly.
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Method 1 of 2: Understand glutamine
Learn about glutamine. Glutamine is an amino acid produced by the body. Amino acids are the basic building blocks of proteins, and play an important role in the growth and function of cells. Specifically, glutamine helps to remove waste known as ammonia from the body, while supporting the immune and digestive systems.
- Glutamine is stored in muscles and lungs.
Find a natural source of glutamine. Usually most of the required glutamine is produced by the body and received through the daily diet. However, when the body is under pressure it cannot produce enough glutamine, such as during injury or infection. In this case we have two ways to get supplemental glutamine, which is through food and supplements.- You can add glutamine-rich foods to your diet to naturally supplement your glutamine. Glutamine is found in protein-rich foods such as dairy products, fish, meat and beans. In addition, glutamine is also found in vegetables such as spinach, cabbage and parsley. However, the glutamine content in these foods can not be as much as supplements.
Ask your doctor about glutamine supplements. If you do not get enough glutamine through food, or if you need to supplement with glutamine because your body is under a lot of pressure, you should consult your doctor about dietary supplements. Dosage and dietary supplements are not the same for each person, depending on your physical condition. Your doctor will tell you whether this treatment should be pursued, and instructions on what dosage of glutamine to take.- Usually the dosage of supplements is 5-10g per day, divided into three doses. However, your doctor may recommend up to 14g.
- People with health conditions that affect their ability to excrete glutamine, such as kidney or liver disease, should always consult their doctor before starting a new supplement.
- Glutamine supplements are used to deal with a variety of problems, but not all of them have been studied in depth.
Consider the types of supplements. Although it's a good idea to consult your doctor about supplements, you can easily buy them at a pharmacy without a prescription, usually in two forms, L-glutamine and the second form combined in protein supplements. The product will indicate whether it is natural or synthetic. There are many varieties that seem to be derived from herbs so they are suitable for vegetarians, but you should still check the labels.- Glutamine is available as a capsule, powder, liquid or tablet. The powder and liquid form is more suitable for those who have difficulty swallowing or want to take glutamine for stomatitis.
Take supplements properly. There are a few rules to follow when taking glutamine. You can drink it on an empty stomach or on an empty stomach, but remember not to take it with hot foods or drinks, as glutamine is an amino acid so it will be affected by temperature. Glutamine should only be taken with cold liquids or at room temperature.
- Glutamine powder or liquid can be mixed with filtered water or low acid fruit juices such as apple or carrot juice. If you drink it with acidic juice (like orange or lemon) or hot water, the quality of glutamate will deteriorate and affect its effectiveness.
Understand side effects and warnings. Because glutamine is produced naturally by the body, it rarely causes side effects. However, you should avoid consuming too much glutamine as it can upset your stomach. Consult your doctor before taking glutamine if you have liver or kidney disease, or if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.You may need to reduce the dosage or stop taking it altogether.
- In general, it is recommended to avoid taking any supplements in high doses, unless prescribed by your doctor for specific conditions.
- Remember, glutamine is completely different from glutamate, glutamic acid, glutamate mononatri, and gluten, so people with gluten intolerance need not worry about a negative response to glutamine.
- However, some people may react badly to glutamine on rare occasions. Symptoms include abdominal pain, vomiting, headache, sweating, and joint pain. If this is the case, you should stop taking glutamine immediately and consult your doctor.
Method 2 of 2: Use glutamine for specific uses
Take glutamine to heal the wound. Supplements are often used to assist people who are going through the stress of an injury. Cortisol is a hormone produced by the body during trauma, burns, and infections that causes glutamine levels to drop. Some studies show that glutamin supplements work to support the immune system and counteract the negative effects of wounds.
- Glutamine also reduces infections. The inherent muscle recovery capacity of glutamine is especially important in patients with burns or recently undergone surgery.
Use muscle building glutamine. This is a popular supplement for bodybuilders. Just like during an injury, your body experiences the same pressure during muscle training. Muscle fibers are temporarily broken down and glutamine along with other amino acids will be the foundation for new muscles to grow after a period of exercise. It is often thought that it re-energizes and makes muscles stronger after time consuming exercise.
- Although this is a popular method, there are no studies that confirm glutamine's use in muscle growth.
Low glutamine levels are caused by cancer. Cancer patients are often deficient in glutamine as well as other macronutrients and micronutrients. It is because of this deficiency that people are studying the mechanism of the effects of glutamine supplementation on cancer patients. Currently, glutamine is used for malnourished patients undergoing treatment, and in patients receiving bone marrow transplantation.
- Some studies have shown that glutamine can treat stomatitis, inflammation of the mucous membranes in the mouth, and aid in chemotherapy-related diarrhea.
Handling other problems. There are a number of other health problems that many researchers believe can help with. Patients with ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease can use glutamine supplements to support treatment, because glutamine plays a role in protecting the mucous membrane on the gastrointestinal wall. Take one 5g tablet, six times daily for up to 16 weeks. This dosage is only to be taken for a limited time because it is much higher than the usual dose.
- Although there is some evidence that glutamine aids in diarrhea and inflammation of the mucous membranes near the mouth, studies have not yet proven its effects on other digestive conditions such as Crohn's disease.
- Glutamine also helps with weight gain in HIV / AIDS patients. Some studies have shown that when taken with other supplements, glutamine can help you gain weight and increase muscle mass. This is beneficial because HIV / AIDS patients often experience severe weight loss and muscle loss. In addition, it also helps patients absorb nutrients better, this is a factor worth considering.
