Jan 5 2011
The Benefits Of Glutamine Amino Acid
Glutamine is one of the main amino acids in the human DNA. This is also the most common amino acid located in the human muscle. The amino acid may also be supplied by protein supplements such as shakes and the like. But despite its abundance in the human body, why do body builders still need added supplements? Glutamine levels decrease by mere anabolic exercise. So body builders must have such amino acid supplied by protein blends as any lack thereof could either weaken one’s immune system or cause muscle tissues to wear out, thereby threatening the goal of body builders which is to develop muscle mass.
Glutamine contained by protein shakes are in the form of micronized, instant soluble powder. This adds the suppressor cell ratio for endurance running and strength for heavy work outs. When body builders do intense exercises, they produce lactic acid that the body eventually uses up for energy. When lactate is used, acid levels in the muscle drops thereby causing burning and fatigue. So this special amino acid is produced by the bloodstream to fight the acidosis. Once the supply in the blood stream runs out, more are catalysed by the muscles. This is another reason why bodybuilders need supplements, so they will always have the aforementioned amino acid in their muscles, as the body calls for it constantly.
Glutamine has other functions besides muscle regeneration. It also produces ammonium to regulate the acid-base balance (pH) of the kidneys. It also serves as a source of cellular energy next to glucose. Other than that, it also provides nitrogen for bone mineralization and muscle mass building. Another function by the amino acid is carbon donation, which is essential in refilling citric acid cycle. So where can this amino acid be found? Glutamine may be taken from food like chicken, fish, beef, eggs, milk, wheat, cabbage, beets, beans, spinach, parsley, and other dairy products. As for protein supplements, protein shakes with casein or milk protein has the highest source of this particular amino acid.
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