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Glycine
90 capsules
Ingredients: Glycine
Capsule (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose)
Serving size, 1 capsule provides:
Amount per capsule: 471mgs
Directions: Take 1-2 capsules per day with food or as directed by your health care practitioner.
Warning: If pregnant or breast feeding please consult your health care provider.
Do not exceed stated recommended dose
Store in a cool place, out of reach and sight of children.
Should not be used as a substitute for a balanced and varied diet.
Glycine is a non-essential amino acid naturally found in protein-rich foods (e.g., meat, fish, dairy, legumes, and collagen sources) and produced by the body. It plays roles in protein synthesis (including collagen), neurotransmitter function, glutathione production (an antioxidant), and metabolic processes.
Potential Benefits of Glycine Supported by Research
May contribute to normal sleep quality — Some studies in healthy adults (e.g., 3g before bed) report improved subjective sleep quality, reduced time to fall asleep, and less next-day fatigue, linked to effects on body temperature and slow-wave sleep. Evidence comes from small trials; results vary.
Supports collagen production as a building block — Glycine is abundant in collagen; adequate intake helps maintain normal connective tissue structure (e.g., skin, joints, tendons) as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
May help maintain normal metabolic processes — Human trials suggest potential support for aspects of glucose/insulin regulation and reduced oxidative stress markers in certain groups (e.g., via glutathione precursor role). Larger studies are needed.
Contributes to normal nervous system function — As an inhibitory neurotransmitter and NMDA receptor co-agonist, it has been studied for general neurological support. Positive findings (e.g., in sleep or specific symptom relief) are mainly from clinical populations; evidence in healthy adults is limited.
May support aspects of healthy ageing and inflammation balance — Observational and some intervention data link higher glycine levels or supplementation to antioxidant support, reduced inflammatory markers, and metabolic health indicators in older adults. Long-term preventive effects require further research.
Plays a role in normal muscle and tissue maintenance — Involved in creatine synthesis and protein turnover; some studies explore recovery or body composition support alongside exercise and diet.
90 capsules
Ingredients: Glycine
Capsule (Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose)
Serving size, 1 capsule provides:
Amount per capsule: 471mgs
Directions: Take 1-2 capsules per day with food or as directed by your health care practitioner.
Warning: If pregnant or breast feeding please consult your health care provider.
Do not exceed stated recommended dose
Store in a cool place, out of reach and sight of children.
Should not be used as a substitute for a balanced and varied diet.
Glycine is a non-essential amino acid naturally found in protein-rich foods (e.g., meat, fish, dairy, legumes, and collagen sources) and produced by the body. It plays roles in protein synthesis (including collagen), neurotransmitter function, glutathione production (an antioxidant), and metabolic processes.
Potential Benefits of Glycine Supported by Research
May contribute to normal sleep quality — Some studies in healthy adults (e.g., 3g before bed) report improved subjective sleep quality, reduced time to fall asleep, and less next-day fatigue, linked to effects on body temperature and slow-wave sleep. Evidence comes from small trials; results vary.
Supports collagen production as a building block — Glycine is abundant in collagen; adequate intake helps maintain normal connective tissue structure (e.g., skin, joints, tendons) as part of a balanced diet and healthy lifestyle.
May help maintain normal metabolic processes — Human trials suggest potential support for aspects of glucose/insulin regulation and reduced oxidative stress markers in certain groups (e.g., via glutathione precursor role). Larger studies are needed.
Contributes to normal nervous system function — As an inhibitory neurotransmitter and NMDA receptor co-agonist, it has been studied for general neurological support. Positive findings (e.g., in sleep or specific symptom relief) are mainly from clinical populations; evidence in healthy adults is limited.
May support aspects of healthy ageing and inflammation balance — Observational and some intervention data link higher glycine levels or supplementation to antioxidant support, reduced inflammatory markers, and metabolic health indicators in older adults. Long-term preventive effects require further research.
Plays a role in normal muscle and tissue maintenance — Involved in creatine synthesis and protein turnover; some studies explore recovery or body composition support alongside exercise and diet.