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L-Glutamine

martinh78
martinh78 Posts: 601
edited October 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I received a trial of L-Glutamine with my protein shake and was wondering what other peoples experiences with this have been?

When do you take it - I've read mixed recommendations, from an empty stomach (ie breakfast) to mixing it with your protein shake post-workout and even before bed.

I have tried it after two days intense workouts and I'm not sure if it made much difference to be honest. But apart from speeding recovery and enabeling protein synthesis, it's reckoned to be good for the gut and increase your bodies immune system, helping fight off colds etc.

Ironically I seem to get stomach acid and belch after taking L-glutamine!

As I say, not trying to sell the stuff, just interested to hear other peoples experiences, especially from those who do intense cardio workouts.

Thanks, Martin

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  • martinh78
    martinh78 Posts: 601
    anyone?
  • snkeller24
    snkeller24 Posts: 459
    I have yet to try it; been doing some research ... your body naturally produces/uses glutamine. So it's a supplement but from what I've read it doesn't really seem to have any added benefits. Some athletes/body builders swear by it but it could just have more a placebo effect. I am going to try it because I get DOMS all the time. I think it may be a little "advanced" for the realm of MFP as far as needing it on a daily basis.
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