Glutamine: The Multi-Purpose Amino Acid
 Glutamine is one of 20 amino acids that are included in standard genetic code. It is one of the most abundant free amino acids, and serves a variety of functions throughout the body and has shown to have a variety of benefits.
The glutamine amino acid is used in more metabolic process than any other amino acid. Some of its main functions include:
- Protein synthesis
- Acid-base balance
- Muscle growth
- Cellular energy
- Regulation of anabolic processes
- Maintenance of proper blood glucose levels
- Removal of excess ammonia
Extensive study has shown that, outside its natural use in the body, the glutamine amino acid may have a variety of medicinal uses. It is believed to be able to help with many illnesses, injury, trauma, burns, and much more. Glutamine supplements are popular among body builders and athletes since it is believe that this protein increases the amount of HGH the body naturally produces and has few reported side effects.
As a non-essential amino acid, glutamine is produced in sufficient amounts in the bodies of healthy people, and it can be found in foods like beef, chicken, fish, eggs, dairy products, wheat, cabbage, beets, beans, spinach, and parsley. However, those who want to increase their glutamine levels for health or athletic reasons should consult with their physicians before adding this amino acid, or any other supplement, to their health regimen.
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