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GLUTAMINE CAPSULES
- A key amino acid supporting protein synthesis*
- Supports the gastrointestinal tract while promoting intestinal mucosa health*
- Supports muscle recovery and glycogen reloading*
- Important for the production of glutathione, a key liver nutrient*
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Premier Glutamine delivers L-glutamine (free form) that is derived from beneficial bacteria (not synthetically made). Glutamine is a key amino acid that supports muscle and gastrointestinal tract health while also promoting intestinal mucosa health.* The intestines are supported by healthy glutamine levels. Glutamine serves as a critical source of energy for intestinal cells, which help to maintain the barrier between the intestines and the rest of the body.* This barrier prevents bacteria or toxins from leaking from the intestines into the rest of the body.* Additionally, glutamine is necessary in the production of glutathione, a key liver nutrient which prevents damage to important cellular components such as free radicals, peroxides, and heavy metals.*
Glutamine, the most abundant amino acid in the body and one of the few which can cross the blood-brain barrier, plays an important role in biological functions including protein synthesis.* Research has shown that glutamine supports the preservation of muscle mass so it may be helpful in post-exercise recovery.* During catabolic states or stress, as in post-exercise, it supports muscle recovery and glycogen reloading.*
RECOMMENDED USAGE
Take 1 capsule, 3 times daily, or as directed by a health professional.
Supplement Facts
Serving Size 1 capsule
Servings Per Container 100
Our premium-quality L-Tryptophan formula helps maintain tryptophan levels to promote healthy sleep and mood, encourage a healthy stress response, promote satiety and more.
What Is L-Tryptophan?
Serotonin is a neurotransmitter in the brain associated with positive moods and restful sleep. Your body requires the essential amino acid tryptophan to produce and maintain healthy serotonin levels. Our formula delivers 500 mg of L-tryptophan that has undergone rigorous manufacturing processes to ensure the highest quality and purity.
L-Tryptophan promotes healthy sleep patterns and mood, while encouraging the body’s healthy response to stress.
L-Tryptophan Benefits
- Supports healthy sleep & mood
- Helps modulate your body’s natural stress response
- Promotes satiety
Support Sleep & Stress Management
A lack of sleep can cause stress, which can lead to a lack of sleep. Break the cycle and get those sleep patterns back on track with our L-tryptophan. It contains 500 mg of L-tryptophan that has undergone a rigorous manufacturing process to ensure high quality and purity.
Our premium-quality L-Tryptophan formula helps maintain healthy tryptophan levels in the body. Tryptophan promotes healthy sleep and mood, encourages a healthy stress response and more.
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Consult your healthcare provider before using this product if you are taking medication for mood concerns, such as MAOIs or SSRIs. Use caution before driving or operating heavy machinery |
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- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
- DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED DOSE
- Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.
- When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.
Life Extension's Arginine Ornithine Powder combines protein building amino acids arginine & ornithine to promote muscle health and recovery after exercise.
What Is Arginine Ornithine Powder?
Exercising regularly promotes whole body health and longevity. But muscle soreness can make it difficult to maintain an exercise routine. That’s where Arginine Ornithine Powder comes in. These amino acids have both been shown to support muscle mass, health and recovery after exercise—and have other potent whole-body health benefits as well.
Arginine and ornithine are protein-building amino acids that promote muscle strength and recovery after exercise.
Arginine Ornithine Powder Benefits
- Provides support for healthy muscle recovery
- Helps promote muscle mass
- Encourages a healthy immune response with arginine
- Promotes healthy endothelial function
- Supports already-healthy blood pressure levels
Many Functions, One Amino Acid
Arginine plays many different roles in keeping you healthy. As a semi-essential amino acid, arginine is involved in immune and endothelial function. It helps your body produce nitric oxide, which supports vascular relaxation and healthy circulation, helping to maintain already-healthy blood pressure levels.
Arginine and ornithine have been shown to help promote muscle mass and strength and support healthy body composition in exercising adults.1-3 But that’s not all these two amino acids can do.
L-arginine
Arginine is a semi-essential amino acid known for its role in the production of nitric oxide (NO). Arginine is converted to nitric oxide by your immune cells and the endothelial cells that line your blood vessels. Because of this, arginine promotes vascular relaxation, helps maintain already-healthy blood pressure levels and promotes a healthy immune response.4,5
L-ornithine
This is a non-essential amino acid that the body actually makes out of arginine. Our cells use ornithine to produce proline, which is needed for collagen formation, as well as nitrogen-based compounds called polyamines that help support gene expression and promote healthy cell growth, division and survival.6-8
Both arginine and ornithine help your cells convert ammonia, an unwanted byproduct of protein metabolism (such as after exercise), into urea, a compound that can be safely excreted via the kidneys.
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- KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
- DO NOT EXCEED RECOMMENDED DOSE
- Do not purchase if outer seal is broken or damaged.
- When using nutritional supplements, please consult with your physician if you are undergoing treatment for a medical condition or if you are pregnant or lactating.
Theanine is a unique amino acid also found in green tea that exerts beneficial effects on the brain through the neurotransmitters dopamine and serotonin.* Theanine supports alpha brain wave formation, which is associated with relaxation.
- Neurologically-Active Amino Acid
- Promotes Relaxation (When Taking 2 Capsules Per Day)*
- Amino Acid Found in Green Tea
- Supports Alpha-Wave Formation
- 100 mg L-Theanine Per Serving
- Vegan, Non-GMO, Gluten Free
Suggested use
Adults take 1 capsule 1-2 times a day with water or juice on an empty stomach or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.
WARNING: Consult a healthcare professional before using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, under the age of 18, are taking medication or have a medical condition; if adverse reactions occur, discontinue use.
Keep out of the reach of children.
| Supplement facts | ||
| Serving Size: 1 Capsule | ||
| Serving Per Container: 60 | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % DV | |
| L-Theanine | 100 mg | † |
| † Daily Value (DV) not established. | ||
Other ingredients
Vegetarian capsule (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, water), cellulose, magnesium stearate (vegetable source) and silicon dioxide.
No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, or peanuts/tree nuts.
Jarrow Formulas® GABA Soothe® includes clinically studied ingredients that support resistance to occasional stress (Ashwagandha extract) and alpha brain wave formation (GABA and Theanine), which is associated with relaxation.
- Support Relaxation and Resistance To Occasional Stress*
- Combines Clinically Studied Ingredients Ashwagandha, GABA, Theanine
- 100 mg PharmaGABA® GABA Per Serving
- 100 mg L-Theanine Per Serving
- 225 mg Sensoril® Ashwagandha Extract Per Serving
- Vegan, Non-GMO, Gluten Free
Suggested use
Adults take 1 capsule once a day with water or juice on an empty stomach or as directed by your qualified healthcare professional.
WARNING: Consult a healthcare professional before using this product if you are pregnant, nursing, under the age of 18, are taking medication or have a medical condition; if adverse reactions occur, discontinue use.
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
STORE IN A COOL, DRY PLACE.
| Supplement facts | ||
| Serving Size: 1 Capsule | ||
| Amount Per Serving | % DV | |
| Gamma-aminobutyric Acid (GABA) | 100 mg | † |
| L-Theanine | 100 mg | † |
| Ashwagandha Extract (withania somnifera) (leaf & root) (Sensoril®) | 225 mg | † |
| †Daily Value (DV) not established. | ||
Other ingredients
Capsule (hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, water), maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate (vegetable source) and silicon dioxide.
No wheat, gluten, soybeans, dairy, egg, fish/shellfish, or peanuts/tree nuts or sesame.
IMPORTANT AMINO ACID NEUROTRANSMITTER
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is an important amino acid neurotransmitter in the brain.
It regulates healthy brain nerve cell functions and supports healthy neurochemical balance.
DIRECTIONS
GABA Directions and/or Dosage Adults take 1 capsule once or twice daily, or as recommended by a healthcare professional. Not formulated for children.
Warning Do not take if you are pregnant or nursing. If you have high blood pressure, or if you are taking any medications, consult a healthcare professional before use. Avoid the use of alcohol when taking GABA. Keep out of reach of children. Safety sealed with inner seal. Do not use if seal is broken or missing. Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.
| Ingredients | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
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| GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) | 750 mg | ** |
Serving Size
1 capsule
Other Ingredients
Plant-derived capsule (hypromellose), magnesium stearate
GABA Does Not Contain
- Gluten
- Corn
- Soy
- Dairy
- Colors
- Artificial Flavors
- Wheat
HELPS RESTORE A HEALTHY GUT BARRIER FUNCTION AND PERMEABILITY
Glutamine Forté provides 5 grams of L-glutamine per serving with Theracurmin®, a novel water-dispersible form of turmeric with dramatically enhanced curcumin bioavailability.
L-glutamine is a conditionally essential amino acid and an important fuel for enterocytes. It helps to restore healthy gut barrier function and permeability.
DIRECTIONS
Glutamine Forté Directions and/or Dosage Adults, thoroughly mix 1 level scoop in 8 oz. chilled or room temperature water or juice 1-3 times daily, or as recommended by a healthcare professional.
Warning Do not take if you are pregnant or nursing. If you have gallstones, a bile duct obstruction, active liver disease, or if you are taking prescription drugs, consult a healthcare professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. Safety sealed with inner seal. Do not use if seal is broken or missing. Keep tightly closed. Store at room temperature. Avoid excessive heat and direct sunlight.
FAQS
Q: Why is glutamine not recommended for people with Crohn’s disease?
A: Glutamine has been tested in several studies with patients who have Crohn's disease, and it not only did not help, but it appeared to exacerbate the condition. (1-4) The reason why is not exactly known, but individuals with Crohn's disease have increased T cells, and glutamine's ability to activate T cells might be the problem. Glutamine is also metabolized to citrulline, which is in turn converted to arginine, a substrate for nitric oxide (NO) synthesis. Excessive NO could contribute to tissue injury and inflammation in individuals with Crohn's disease. (5) REFERENCES 1. Akobeng AK, Miller V, Stanton J, Elbadri AM, Thomas AG. Double-blind randomized controlled trial of glutamine-enriched polymeric diet in the treatment of active Crohn's disease. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2000 Jan;30(1):78-84. 2. Ockenga J, Borchert K, Stüber E, et al. Glutamine-enriched total parenteral nutrition in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. Eur J Clin Nutr. 2005 Nov;59(11):1302-9. 3. Den Hond E, Hiele M, Peeters M, Ghoos Y, Rutgeerts P. Effect of long-term oral glutamine supplements on small intestinal permeability in patients with Crohn's disease. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 1999 Jan-Feb;23(1):7-11. 4. Akobeng AK, Miller V, Thomas AG, Richmond K. Glutamine supplementation and intestinal permeability in Crohn's disease. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 2000 May-Jun;24(3):196. 5. Gaby AR. Crohn’s Disease. In: Nutritional Medicine. Concord, Fritz Perlberg Publishing, 2011:403-404.
Q: Why does the caution statement for Glutamine Forte state that a healthcare practitioner should be consulted if you have active liver disease?
A: There is one study in which patients with liver cirrhosis and awaiting liver transplantation received oral glutamine (10-20 gram single dose) and experienced increased blood ammonia and impaired performance on certain neuropsychiatric tests.(1) This suggests a possible risk of exacerbating portal-systemic encephalopathy, which could be dangerous for cirrhosis patients. Although such a scenario is unlikely except in cases of severe liver disease, the dose used in the referenced study is achievable with Glutamine Forte, so we opted to err on the side of caution to allow the user and their doctor to make a fully informed decision. REFERENCE 1. Oppong KN, Al-Mardini H, Thick M, Record CO. Oral glutamine challenge in cirrhotics pre- and post-liver transplantation: a psychometric and analyzed EEG study. Hepatology. 1997 Oct;26(4):870-6.
Q: What is the source of the L-Glutamine used in Glutamine Forté?
A: The L-Glutamine that is used in Glutamine Forté is from a natural source, made through bio-fermentation of corn.
Q: Does glutamine supplementation raise glutamate levels?
A: Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the human body. It is a conditionally essential amino acid, meaning that it is required in increased amounts under certain conditions, e.g., of metabolic stress, to support healthy intestinal function. In many cell types, including enterocytes, glutamine acts as a primary fuel for mitochondria and is essential to the maintenance of mitochondrial membrane (1) and optimal intestinal motility.*(2) Glutamine supplementation has been extensively validated in numerous controlled clinical trials, and has been shown to be effective at supporting healthy blood and tissue levels of glutamine and optimizing intestinal and digestive health function in diverse groups of patients.* (3-8) Glutamate, a degradation product of glutamine, has been implicated in some adverse neurological effects. Glutamine can also be converted to glutamate in cells by mitochondrial glutaminase, an enzyme whose levels are often upregulated in tumors and tumor lines. (9, 10) Thus, concern has been raised that glutamine supplementation might theoretically elevate glutamate levels, particularly in cancer patients. However, studies of high intakes of glutamine have shown that concentrations of glutamate are not significantly increased.(11) The most comprehensive safety study of glutamine supplementation performed five separate experiments to examine safety under different circumstances, assessing blood glutamine, glutamate, other amino acids, glucose, insulin, glucagon and growth hormone; urinary creatinine, ammonia, urea and total nitrogen; standard clinical chemistry, complete blood counts, mental status, vital signs, temperature and clinical and subjective evidence of toxicity. These careful studies, including treatments of up to 30 days long and at doses of up to 40 grams per day of glutamine, in both healthy volunteers and sick patients, were not able to detect any sign of adverse effects. (12) Lacey and colleagues investigated the effects of glutamine-supplemented parenteral nutrition for 15 days in 44 preterm neonates, who might possibly be more sensitive to adverse effects than adults. Plasma glutamine level rose by 50%, but glutamate and ammonia remained within the normal range. On the basis of the measurements of plasma ammonia and glutamate and the absence of clinical signs of neurotoxicity, it was concluded that glutamine as dosed was safe in preterm infants.(13) Glutamine supplementation has been studied in diverse patient groups, including cancer patients. No studies were identified in which glutamine supplementation raised glutamate to levels outside the normal range. Therefore, the best available evidence suggests that conversion of glutamine to glutamate is not a significant concern in glutamine supplementation. REFERENCES 1. Wise DR, Thompson CB. Glutamine addiction: a new therapeutic target in cancer. Trends Biochem Sci. 2010 Aug;35(8):427–33. 2. Mochiki E, Ohno T, Yanai M, et al. Effects of glutamine on gastrointestinal motor activity in patients following gastric surgery. World J Surg. 2011 Apr;35(4):805–10. 3. Mok E, Hankard R. Glutamine supplementation in sick children: is it beneficial? J Nutr Metab. 2011;2011:617597. doi: 10.1155/2011/617597. Epub 2011 Nov 14. 4. Noé JE. L-glutamine use in the treatment and prevention of mucositis and cachexia: a naturopathic perspective. Integr Cancer Ther. 2009 Dec;8(4):409–15. 5. Stachowicz-Stencel T, Synakiewicz A. Glutamine as a supplemental treatment in pediatric and adult oncology patients. Expert Opin Investig Drugs. 2012 Dec;21(12):1861–71. 6. Haynes TE, Li P, Li X, et al. L-Glutamine or L-alanyl-L-glutamine prevents oxidant- or endotoxin-induced death of neonatal enterocytes. Amino Acids. 2009 May;37(1):131–42. 7. Li Y, Yu Z, Liu F, Tan L, Wu B, Li J. Oral glutamine ameliorates chemotherapy-induced changes of intestinal permeability and does not interfere with the antitumor effect of chemotherapy in patients with breast cancer: a prospective randomized trial. Tumori. 2006 Sep-Oct;92(5):396–401. 8. Das S, Kar Mahapatra S, Gautam N, Das A, Roy S. Oxidative stress in lymphocytes, neutrophils, and serum of oral cavity cancer patients: modulatory array of L-glutamine. Support Care Cancer. 2007 Dec;15(12):1399–405. 9. DeBerardinis RJ, Cheng T. Q’s next: The diverse functions of glutamine in metabolism, cell biology, and cancer. Oncogene 2010;29:313–24. 10. Levine AJ, Puzio-Kuter AM. The control of the metabolic switch in cancers by oncogenes and tumor suppressor genes. Science 2010;330:1340–4. 11. Garlick PJ. Assessment of the safety of glutamine and other amino acids. J Nutr. 2001 Sep;131(9 Suppl):2556S–61S. 12. Ziegler TR, Benfell K, Smith RJ, et al. Safety and metabolic effects of L-glutamine administration in humans. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 1990 Jul-Aug;14(4 Suppl):137S–146S. 13. Lacey JM, Crouch JB, Benfell K, et al. The effects of glutamine-supplemented parenteral nutrition in premature infants. JPEN J Parenter Enteral Nutr. 1996 Jan-Feb;20(1):74–80.
| Ingredients | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
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| Calories | 25 kcal | -- |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1 g | <1%† |
| L-Glutamine | 5 g | ** |
| Theracurmin® (enhanced bioavailability water-dispersible curcumin extract from Curcuma longa rhizome) | 100 mg | ** |
Serving Size
6.7 g
Other Ingredients
Xylitol, citric acid, natural flavors, luo han guo, silica, maltose, malic acid, gum ghatti, maltodextrin
Glutamine Forté Does Not Contain
- Salt
- Gluten
- Soy
- Dairy
- Wheat
SCD™ compliant formula
Benefits and Features
Lactobacillus acidophilus, one of the most important resident microorganisms in the small intestine, in a Specific Carbohydrate Diet™ program-compliant formula.†
Detail Overview
Lactobacillus acidophilus is one of the most important resident microorganisms in the small intestine. It can implant itself on the intestinal wall as well as in the lining of the wall of the vagina, cervix, and urethra, where it produces lactic and acetic acids that inhibit the colonization of undesirable microorganisms.† L. acidophilus also produces lactocidin, acidophilin, and other natural substances that are antagonistic to undesirable microorganisms.† L. acidophilus can also aid digestion and absorption of nutrients, stabilize bowel function, and produce lactase enzymes.† This SCD™ compliant L. Acidophilus formula uses the same ATCC-certified strain found in our mixed probiotic formulas. This hardy microorganism is provided in a base of purified plant cellulose in a potency of 3 billion CFUs per capsule, making it suitable for individuals adhering to the Specific Carbohydrate Diet™ program who wish to supplement this important probiotic in support of intestinal health.
SUPPLEMENT FACTS
| Serving Size 1 Capsule | ||
| Amount Per Capsule | % Daily Value | |
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| Probiotic Blend in a base of cellulose | 160 mg | * |
| Lactobacillus acidophilus | 3.0 billion CFU | * |
| * Daily value not established | ||
Other Ingredients:
Vegetarian capsule (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, water) and L-leucine.
Suggested Use
Adults: 1 capsule daily with food or as directed by a healthcare professional. Children: As directed by a healthcare professional.
Allergy Statement
Made without common allergens: milk/casein, eggs, fish, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, gluten, soybeans, and sesame. Non-GMO, Vegetarian, No synthetic colors, flavors or preservatives.
Caution
Consult your physician If you are pregnant or nursing, or have a medical condition, or taking prescription drugs, or under the age of 18 years. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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