Lonsdale L-Glutamine (500g) - LT9

Glutamine is highly in demand throughout the body. It is used in the gut as an immune system extensively to maintain optimal performance. 60% of free form amino acids floating in skeletal muscles is L-glutamine. It plays a very important role in protein metabolism, and it appears to be a very important nutrient for all athletes. When supplemented, it may help sports people reduce the amount of muscle deterioration that occurs because other tissues that need glutamine will not use the glutamine stored in the muscle cells.

Research demonstrates that after intensely working out, glutamine levels in the body are reduced by as much as 50%. Since the body relies on glutamine as cellular fuel for the immune system, scientific studies have shown that glutamine supplementation can minimise the breakdown of muscle tissue and improve protein metabolism. Its effects on replenishing the body after stress or trauma have been shown in Europe where it is commonly given to patients in hospitals.

Glutamine's cell volumising effects have also been shown in several studies. A recent study also showed up to a 400% increase in growth hormone levels when as little as 2 grams of free form L-glutamine supplement was consumed. There are no side effects associated with L-glutamine, because it is a nutrient naturally occurring in the body. Many athletes are already aware of the benefits for training recovery and muscle building, however many people don't know just how great an overall supplement it really is, not just for athletes and bodybuilders, but for ALL people. Regardlesss of lifestyle, everyone can benefit from its use.

These are some of the direct roles in which glutamine can boost your performance. What is just as important are the indirect roles that glutamine can play in building a healthy body.