Glutamine is the major fuel of the intestines and contributes to the metabolic processes that are necessary for restorative tissue repair. A healthy intestinal lining maximizes nutrient absorption, while acting as a barrier to foreign invaders.

- Intestinal permeability (leaky gut) - Food allergies - Acid reflux - Crohn’s Disease - Ulcers - Nausea - Anorexia - Achlorhydria - Surgery - Trauma - Cancer and other immune-challenged conditions - Chemotherapy - General indications for repairing intestinal NSAIDS/drug damage, and/or any condition of the bowel, especially small bowel, requiring synthesis and healing of intestinal cells.

L-glutamine aids in tissue healing, maintains a healthy digestive tract, and effectively treats small intestine absorption problems. Glutamine is the principle fuel used by the upper gastrointestinal tract. Glutamine is the most prevalent amino acid in the body. The intestines use it as an oxidizing fuel source, which spares glucose. It is involved in the synthesis of proteins, nucleotides and glutathione. Glutamine is the main fuel that the intestinal cells need for maintenance and repair (they slough off every three days). Glutamine reinforces the immune system, and there is considerable evidence that glutamine can enhance the barrier function of the gut against viral, bacterial, and food antigen invaders (Hall JC et al. Br J Surg 1996 Mar;83(3):305-312). Glutamine has been proven to stimulate intestinal cell growth while reducing cell injury and infection. It also stimulates mucosal cells, which are highly protective against the damage seen in ulcers. It is also involved in villi regeneration in the small intestine. Normal levels of glutamine increase phagocytic activity by 50%.

1-2 grams three times daily on an empty stomach or as directed by your healthcare professional; powder is suggested when high dose glutamine is necessary.

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