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Healthwise Glycine 150g, Supports Sleep & Detoxification
Healthwise Glycine 150g, Supports Sleep & Detoxification
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Glycine is the simplest amino acid in the body and plays a number of important roles in various biological processes. It's considered a non-essential amino acid, meaning the body can produce it on its own. Despite its simplicity, glycine is crucial for many functions. Here's a breakdown of its key roles:
Protein Synthesis: Like other amino acids, glycine is a building block of protein. It's used to make collagen, which is essential for skin, joints, and connective tissue health.
Neurotransmitter: Glycine acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system, meaning it helps calm or slow down nerve activity. This can help with relaxation, sleep, and reducing overstimulation in the brain.
Supports Sleep: Glycine is known to have a calming effect on the brain, which can improve sleep quality. Some studies suggest that taking glycine before bed may help you fall asleep faster and experience deeper sleep by lowering your core body temperature and relaxing the nervous system.
Detoxification: Glycine is involved in the body's detoxification processes. It helps the liver neutralize harmful substances and remove them from the body.
Joint Health: Because glycine is a key component of collagen, it’s important for maintaining joint health, flexibility, and cartilage integrity. This makes it useful for supporting overall mobility and recovery after physical activities.
Antioxidant Properties: Glycine is a precursor to glutathione, one of the body’s most important antioxidants. This means it plays a role in neutralizing free radicals and protecting cells from oxidative stress.
Metabolism Support: Glycine is involved in several metabolic processes, including glucose production, making it important for energy regulation and overall metabolic health.
Glycine is found in protein-rich foods, especially animal products like meat, fish, dairy, and gelatin. If someone doesn’t get enough from their diet, they may turn to glycine supplements to support various aspects of health, particularly sleep, joint health, or muscle recovery.
Serving
As a dietary supplement, up to 4g=4000mg (1 level metric teaspoon) in divided doses taken throughout the day between meals.
Ingredients
Pure Powder Glycine
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