The role of l-glutamine in building muscle
L-glutamine remains the supplement of choice for many bodybuilders. It is a
free form amino acid that can be found naturally in beans, meat, fish, poultry
and dairy products. It is also an important component of protein powders and
is one of the twenty non-essential amino acids found in the body.
It is widespread throughout the body and plays an important role in protein
metabolism. From a bodybuilder's perspective, glutamine's strength is its
ability to reduce the amount of muscle deterioration that occurs as a result
of intense physical workouts. Failure to replace the high levels of glutamine
consumed during intense exercise could result in greater susceptibility to
illness due to a weakening of the immune system. In addition, glutamine stolen
from the muscles to maintain the immune system must be replaced to keep those
muscles building.
Bodybuilders can benefit from taking 10 grams of l-glutamine each day,
preferably taken post-workout to enhance its recuperative effects. As a
nutrient that occurs naturally in the body glutamine is safe to take although
ingesting excessive amounts could cause an upset stomach.
You can find out more about l-glutamine and other useful bodybuilding
supplements by visiting the site listed below.
Richard Mitchell is the creator of the
www.bodybuildingadvisor.com
website that provides guidance and information to athletes at all levels of
bodybuilding experience. Go to Bodybuilding Advice to learn more about the
issues covered in this article.
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