IBS, Gut Health, and Weight Loss Support

GLUTAMINE: The Healthy Gut Promoter

Gut Health benefits of Glutamine:

• Intestinal Cell Growth: Glutamine is a primary energy source for the cells that line the intestines, helping to maintain their health and function.
• Gut Barrier Maintenance: It helps to strengthen and protect the integrity of the gut lining, preventing the leakage of harmful substances into the bloodstream.
• Immune System Support: Glutamine supports the immune cells in the gut, contributing to a healthy and well-functioning immune system.
• Reduced Inflammation: It may help reduce inflammation in the gut, potentially alleviating symptoms of conditions like inflammatory bowel disease.
• Improved Nutrient Absorption: Glutamine assists in the absorption of important nutrients and minerals, aiding overall digestive health.
• Wound Healing: It can facilitate the repair of damaged gut tissues, which is crucial for the healing of ulcers or other injuries in the digestive tract.
• Reduced Gastrointestinal Symptoms: Glutamine supplementation may help alleviate symptoms of conditions like irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) and leaky gut syndrome.

Weight Loss:

• In a pilot study on overweight and obese adults it was discovered that those taking glutamine had significant changes in their gut bacteria, most notably there was a decrease in the Firmicutes to Bacteroidetes ratio after glutamine supplementation.
• What is remarkable about this discovery is that a decrease in the Firmicutes to Bacteroidetes ratio is associated with weight loss in other studies.  A higher proportion of Firmicutes and lower proportion of Bacteroidetes is found in obese people, and this ratio changes with weight loss.

Glutamine’s other benefits:

Protein Synthesis: Glutamine is a key component in the synthesis of proteins, making it crucial for the growth and repair of tissues, including muscles.

Immune Function: Glutamine is important for the proper functioning of the immune system. It is used by immune cells and plays a role in maintaining immune function, particularly during times of stress or illness.

Energy Production: Glutamine can be used as an energy source in various cells throughout the body, particularly in situations where energy demand is high.

Nitrogen Transport: Glutamine is involved in the transport of nitrogen between organs and tissues, which is essential for many physiological processes.

Detoxification: Glutamine plays a role in the removal of waste products and toxins from the body.

Seek advice from your doctor before use if you have any pre-existing or chronic medical condition, are under 18 years old, or on any prescription medication. Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing. Discontinue use and consult your doctor if any adverse reactions occur.