Glycine
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Glycine (Non-Essential Amino Acid)
Glycine helps trigger the release of oxygen to the energy requiring cell-making process; important in the manufacturing of hormones responsible for a strong immune system.
Although most glycine is found in proteins, free glycine is found in body fluids as well as in plants. It is present in considerable amounts in prostate fluid. The normal diet contributes approximately 2 grams of glycine daily.
Supplemental glycine may have antispastic activity. Very early findings suggest it may also have antipsychotic activity as well as antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. Research in progress also suggests usefulness in some cancers.
Glycine is found in many foods high in protein, such as fish, meat, beans, and dairy.
Glycine Supplement
MaxAmino 1200 Amino Acid Sports Supplement provides both essential and branched-chain amino acids, 31 mg of glycine, and is formulated with supplemental amounts of l-ornithine, l-carnitine and l-lysine as well as the metabolic cofactor, Vitamin B-6. Supports heart health and circulatory system health. Contains a blend of free-form di-peptide and tri-peptide amino acids and is a concentrated source of amino acids for use during periods of intense physical activity or stress.
Doses of glycine used for management of schizophrenia have ranged from 40 to 90 grams daily. Doses of 1 gram daily are very well tolerated. Mild gastrointestinal symptoms are infrequently noted. In one study doses of 90 grams daily were also well tolerated.
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