L- Glutamine

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L- Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in the human body, over 60% of skeletal muscle is made up of glutamine. Glutamine is the monoamide of glutamic acid, it is synthesized in the body from glutamate and ammonia by the enzyme glutamine synthetase. Glutamine is one of the 20 amino acids that are used to build proteins, it is classified as a conditionally essential amino acid because the body can produce glutamine on its own. Glutamine is naturally found in meat, eggs, dairy, fish, cereals, legumes, beetroot, spinach, cabbage, Whey, and Casein and is available as a supplement in the form of powders and capsules. Glutamine is a widely used sports nutrition supplement that facilitates nitrogen metabolism, supports protein synthesis, helps replenish glycogen stores, maintains acid-base balance, and raises the endogenous levels of glutathione, which facilitates immune health. Glutamine although is the readily available source to fuel muscle action, its supplementation becomes crucial during an intense workout. Glutamine stores get depleted fast and are required in particularly large amounts to repair muscle damage and prevent muscle breakdown. Frequently Asked Questions on L-Glutamine Is L-Glutamine suitable for beginners? Glutamine is naturally synthesized by the body and is found in many foods. It has several benefits aiding in muscle recovery, reducing muscle fatigue, reducing muscle breakdown, and improving athletic performance. Glutamine is absolutely safe for beginners and is useful especially if they engage in strenuous workouts that cause muscle breakdown. Glutamine foods Some foods that provide a good amount of glutamine include meat, fish, eggs, milk, and legumes like peas, lentils, beans, leafy greens, nuts, soy, and cabbage. Glutamine benefits for bodybuilding Glutamine helps maintain positive nitrogen balance, improves muscle protein metabolism, and prevents muscle loss. Glutamine helps repair muscle damage and rebuild muscle tissue after intense worko