Thorne L-Glutamine Powder

An amino acid that promotes post-exercise muscle cell repair and supports gastrointestinal and immune system health* L-glutamine is an amino acid that supports a healthy intestinal lining and immune function, in addition to assisting healing after minor injury and muscle cell repair.* NSF Certified for Sport® L-glutamine, the most prevalent amino acid in the bloodstream, is found in high concentration in the gastrointestinal tract, which is the greatest user of glutamine. Many factors can play a part in the depletion of glutamine, such as food allergies, and various bodily insults like injury, infection, chronic stress, and being malnourished. Intense exercise can also adversely lower the blood level of glutamine and, if intense training is repeated without adequate recovery, then the level can remain low. What causes glutamine depletion? Prolonged exhaustive exercise Extended periods of physical stress Trauma or infection Being malnourished Chemotherapy Benefits of Thorne L-Glutamine Powder Benefits gastrointestinal health* Improves gut permeability and optimal gut barrier function* Supports cellular repair and collagen formation* Helps maintain immune health* Restores plasma glutamine levels depleted after periods of physical stress, such as prolonged exhaustive exercise* Helps maintain a healthy stomach and intestinal lining* Who can benefit from Thorne L-Glutamine Powder Athletes or individuals who undergo intensive athletic training* Individuals recovering from minor injury* Anyone seeking support for a healthy GI lining and gut permeability* Individuals with food allergies* Helps restore plasma glutamine levels depleted after periods of physical stress, such as prolonged exhaustive exercise* Because athletes need to know their supplements are trustworthy and compliant, every batch of an NSF Certified for Sport® product is tested for compliance with label claims and to ensure the absence of nearly 300 substances banned by many major athletic organizations. Mix 1 scoop with at least 8 ounces of water, juice, or preferred beverage daily or as recommended by your health-care practitioner.