Glutamine ingredient information page and product listing. You can find information on Glutamine (AKA L-Glutamine) below and a full product listing at the bottom of the page.
The most abundant of amino acids found in the body, Glutamine (or L-Glutamine) makes up over 60 percent of the skeletal muscle tissue. It is a fuel the digestive tract and immune system craves, and 19 percent of a Glutamine molecule is made up of nitrogen, making it the primary conductor of nitrogen to the muscles. It is especially found in high concentrations in the brain, muscles, gut lining, lungs, heart, kidney, and liver where it has multiple and critical functions.
Glutamine is essential for several bodily functions. These include:
Glutamine deficiency is common in today's busy lifestyle and is among the primary tests conducted by medical practitioners who utilize blood tests to ascertain the amino acid levels present in patients with symptoms of chronic illness, dysfunction in cognitive functioning and mood swings, making it an increasingly popular substance not just in the athletic world but in medical practice. During periods of stress, trauma or simply intensive sports training, Glutamine depletion occurs which manifests itself in the form of decreased strength, stamina and recovery - taking anywhere up to six days to return to normal levels. Research has shown that during intense resistance training Glutamine levels can be reduced by up to 50%.
What Glutamine does is play a vital role in protein metabolism, cell volumizing, increased production and secretion of Human Growth Hormone (HGH) and anti-catabolism i.e. the impairment and breakdown of muscle tissue, especially in bodybuilders.
Although, there has been no conclusive research into the effects of supplementation on adults in weight-training, a recent study showed that a dramatic 400 percent increase in HGH levels could occur by the consumption of just 2 grams of supplement.
Other consistent research findings show that after an intense workout lactic acid build up has occurred in the muscles, but at the same time Glutamine levels are reduced by as much as 50%. Studies have also shown that Glutamine supplementation effectively reduces muscle tissue breakdown and improves protein metabolism.
Bodybuilders and strength athletes in particular can benefit from increased intake of Glutamine. As mentioned above, when bodybuilders train, Glutamine levels can drop dramatically. Muscle catabolism can occur when the body robs the muscles of Glutamine to use in the immune system or nitrogen transport. Glutamine supplementation can help reduce the effects of muscle catabolism.
Common Glutamine dosages range from 10-20g per day. No clinical studies have determined the precise amount of Glutamine required for muscle metabolism optimization.
While there are no recognized side-effects from ingesting levels of Glutamine, perhaps the only denomination of affected people who need to exercise caution are diabetics. In diabetics (both type 1 and type 2) there is much volatility in Glutamine metabolism. Higher levels of Glutamine are broken down by their liver and kidneys for the production of glucose. Caution is required here in that diabetics should discuss the intake of Glutamine supplements with their doctors before doing so.
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ON Pure Glutamine Powder
Optimum Nutrition's pure Glutamine Powder is made from 100% Free L-Glutamine. Glutamine supports muscle repair, muscle regrowth, and the immune system. |
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Glycomaize
Optimum Nutrition Glycomaize is an awesome fast-acting carbohydrate formula that's designed to give you quick energy and replace lost glycogen in muscle tissue after your workout! |
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Universal Glutamine Powder
Glutamine is one of the most adaptable of all amino acids, and among the top aminos used by elite athletes. Universal Nutrition's Glutamine Powder is made from high quality pure L-Glutamine. |
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GL3 L-Glutamine Powder
GL3, 2-Aminoglutaramic Acid, is a pure L-Glutamine supplement in crystalline powder form. Glutamine has become more focal as new studies discover its unique contribution to protein synthesis (muscle growth). |
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DGC
DGC (Dextrorotatory Glucose Crystals) is a unique glucose crystal that provides an unmatched fuel source for fast and efficient muscle energy. DGC involves no digestion prior to absorption into the bloodstream. |
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Xpel
Xpel is a powerful diuretic that allows you to lose water weight and see results within 12 hours! As you may know, at any given time you're carrying up to 10 pounds of excess water. |
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EAS L-Glutamine
L-Glutamine is the most abundant free amino acid in muscle tissue, and it plays a principal role in protein metabolism, cell volumizing, and anti-catabolism. EAS's L-Glutamine powder is tasteless and odorless and dissolves quickly and easily in water. |
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Ultra Fuel Powder
More advanced than simple carbohydrate energy drinks, the Ultra Fuel Powder comprehensive performance drink offers a superior carbohydrate profile consisting of an advanced blend of 100 grams of high quality carbohydrates in the form of glucose polymers. |
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Waximaize
Waximaize is a modified starch, a very unique complex carbohydrate capable of changing your physique! Waximaize is absorbed lightning fast into the bloodstream by "bypassing" digestion in the stomach. Use Waximaize pre, during and post workout! |
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Prolab Glutamine Powder
Prolab Glutamine Powder is a 100% pure L-Glutamine supplement. Glutamine, the ignored supplement, is comparable to creatine in results, and in some cases, is even better! Known for expediting muscle recovery and increasing strength! |
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Dymatize Micronized Glutamine
Dymatize Micronized Glutamine is laboratory tested for quality and purity to ensure you only get the highest grade L-Glutamine possible. |
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Pro Tan Instant Competition Color
Pro Tan Instant Competition Color is the most popular tanning product used by bodybuilders, fitness models and figure competitors! Muscle and Strength has Pro Tan Instant Competition Color at low, low prices! |
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Axis Labs Xtract
Axis Labs Xtract is a high-definition diuretic supplement that uses the exclusive HyperDry Infusion formula. Xtract can help you shed water weight fast, 5-15lbs in 72 hours! Muscle and Strength has low prices for Xtract! |
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NOW Dextrose
NOW Foods Dextrose is high grade pure dextrose crystals! Dextrose is used by bodybuilders and athletes in their post workout shakes to create an insulin spike. Insulin is an extremely anabolic hormone! |
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Muscle and Strength Logo T-Shirt
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Muscle and Strength Tank Top
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Muscle and Strength Muscle Shirt
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Optimum Glutamine 1000 Capsules
Optimum Nutrition Glutamine 1000 Caps are formulated for rapid disintegration and maximum absorption. Each capsule provides 1000mg (1g) of pure L-Glutamine! Muscle and Strength has low prices on ON Glutamine Caps! |
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Optimum Nutrition CGT-10
Optimum Nutrition's CGT-10 is an advanced formula that combines three of the most effective ingredients available: Creatine, Glutamine & Taurine. Muscle and Strength has the lowest prices for CGT-10! |
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Vassive-C5
Vassive-C5 is the superior post-workout reconstruction system that you seek. Built around the C5 Strength & Endurance Blend of beta-alanine plus 4 advanced creatine compounds - including novel buffered Cre-Energy - Vassive-C5 is primed for fast delivery |
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GL3 750 L-Glutamine Capsules
GL3 Micronized Glutamine Capsules gives you the multifunctional, muscle-building power of pure glutamine in and ultra-convenient capsule form. This new micronized glutamine capsule strikes the perfect balance between convenience and effectiveness. |
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Ultra Pure L-Glutamine
VPX Ultra Pure L-Glutamine is made from 100% pure L-Glutamine and provides 4.5g of glutamine in every serving! Muscle and Strength has low prices on VPX Glutamine! |
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NOW L-Glutamine Capsules
NOW L-Glutamine Capsule contains 1,000mg of free form L-Glutamine per serving! Glutamine is involved in maintaining a positive nitrogen balance (an anabolic state) and can assist in preventing muscle breakdown and speeding up recovery. |
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Flud
Dymatize FLUD is the ultimate super supplement and nutrient transport system. Dymatize FLUD pulls water and nutrients into muscle bellies! Dymatize FLUD is on sale now at Muscle and Strength! |
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Betagen
Betagen HP is the first to combine university-tested EAS HMB and Phosphagen brand creatine monohydrate along with the amino acids taurine and glutamine - the two most abundant amino acid in muscle tissue. Betagen is on sale now! |
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Scivation Showtime
Scivation Showtime helps you lose water weight fast so you can look your best at that upcoming competition or photo shoot. Showtime can make you look more ripped and your muscles more defined. Muscle and Strength has low prices on Scivation Showtime! |
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Hot Stuff Instant Vasodialator
Pro Tan Hot Stuff Instant Vasodilation Optimizer Competition Formula helps to maximize blood delivery and circulation throughout the upper levels of the skin enhancing your true vascularity. |
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Muscle Juice Posing Oil
Pro Tan Muscle Juice Professional Posing Oil is the ultimate physique presentation and total muscular definition posing oil that will leave your competition in the pump-up room. Muscle Juice Posing Oil is on sale now! |
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Muscle Sheen Posing Gel
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Hair Away Sport
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Hot Quick Bronze
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GluFM
GluFM is 100% natural, ultra-pure, micronized glutamine powder. There's never been a glutamine powder that achieves the outstanding quality of GluFM. GluFM is on sale now at Muscle and Strength! |
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NOW 5-HTP
5-HTP, the intermediate metabolite between the amino acid L-tryptophan and serotonin, is extracted from the bean of an African plant (Griffonia simplicifolia). |
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Perfect Carb
Perfect Carb is the ultimate source for anyone wishing to add key muscle building glycogen while controlling insulin and fat storage. Perfect Carb is on sale now at Muscle and Strength! |
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Carb Slam
PrimaForce Carb Slam features a long-chain, complex, super-high molecular weight, sugar-free carbohydrate from Waxy Maize Starch. Carb Slam passes through the stomach much faster than any other carbohydrate source! |
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Knockout
SciVation Knockout helps you get "Restful Sleep For The Body Of Your Dreams." Featuring LT-1 Tryptophan, Knockout is an advanced sleep formula designed by the experts at SciVation to help ensure a restful night's sleep, support optimal hormone levels! |
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GlutaForm
PrimaForce GlutaForm contains high quality l-glutamine. Glutamine is the single most abundant amino acid found in skeletal muscle and is heavily metabolized during intense training. |
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Melatonin
Melatonin is a hormone produced in the body and secreted at night. Taken as a dietary supplement, it is designed to help combat insomnia and may be useful for jet-lag. ON Melatonin is on sale at Muscle and Strength! |
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Monster Maize
Monster Maize is designed to be the most powerful glycogen-replenishing, muscle-hydrating carbohydrate drink available. Monster Maize mixes well and tastes great! Monster Maize is on sale at M&S! |
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Hydrazide
Hydrazide is a potent, competition-strength, muscle-defining diuretic supplement. Use it to lose water weight and get ripped before your next competition! |
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Loaded Barbell Mouse Pad
The Loaded Barbell Mouse Pad is the perfect desk accessory to show you're serious about your physique! |
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Screaming Skull Mouse Pad
Screaming Skull Mouse Pad is the perfect desk accessory to show you're serious about your physique! |
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Loaded Dumbbell Keyring
The Loaded Dumbbell Keyring from TMC is made out heavy metal deposits that are hand polished, and completed with raised surfaces. |
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Loaded Barbell Keyring
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Bicep Flex Keyring
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Muscle Laundry Bag
The muscle laundry bag is designed for bodybuilders who want to do their laundry in style! |
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