What is Glutamine?
Glutamine is the most abundant free amino acid in the body and accounts for 30% to 35% of the nitrogen in blood plasma where it acts as the major vehicle for nitrogen transfer between tissues. Glutamine also serves as a building block for proteins, nucleotides, neurotransmitters, and other amino acids. Under normal circumstances, the body can meet its glutamine needs through synthesis from other compounds as well as glutamine from whole foods. However, under uniquely stressful conditions, such as illness, injury, and/or intense exercise, the body's demand may exceed its stores or ability to synthesize glutamine, which makes it a conditionally essential amino acid.

Some reasons people use Glutamine
- Principal fuel source for immune cells.
- Assists your body in manufacturing glycogen.
- To help support muscle growth and rebuilding.
- To help mobilize fat from storage in order to make it available for energy.

Who typically uses Glutamine?
Athletes and individuals who are seeking to enhance recovery from exercise are the primary users of Glutamine.

How Much Glutamine Should I Take?

Most good protein powders will have a 1-2 grams of glutamine per serving. An average athlete needs about 10 grams per day ( 2 teaspoons ). You will need to supplement with a gltamine powder.