Glutamic Acid

Glutamic Acid is a non-essential amino acid (can be manufactured by the body with proper nutrition). It is a neurotransmitter that increases the firing of neurons in central nervous system. This amino acid is important in the metabolism of sugars and fats, and aids in transportation of potassium across blood brain barrier. Glutamic acid is considered to be nature's `brain food’ by improving mental capacities; Enhances speed the healing of An eroded sore in the inner lining of digestive tracks; gives a "lift" from fatigue; and Enhances control alcoholism, a Malfunction of mind or body characterized by twisted view of the real world by a greatly reduced ability to carry out once daily tasks and by abnormal ways of thinking, feeling and behaving and the craving for sugar. Glutamic acid is a nonessential amino acid that the body uses to build proteins. Although glutamine and glutamic acid have similar names, they are structurally different.

• Enhances correct personality Malfunction of mind or bodys and is useful for treating childhood behavioral Malfunction of mind or bodys.

• Favorable Effects for a Malfunction of mind or body typically, marked by disturbed electrical rhythm of the central nervous system by attacks of convulsions and by loss of conciuosness.

• Mental retardation.

• Muscular dystrophy.

• An eroded sore in the inner lining of digestive tracks.

• Hypoglycemic coma (a complication of insulin Favorable Effects for diabetes).

• Reduces the risk of BPH (benign prostatic hypertrophy).

Healthy people do not need to take glutamic acid as a supplement; for those who do use this amino acid, appropriate amounts should be determined with the consultation of a nutritionally oriented physician.

As with the other amino acids, excellent sources of glutamic acid include meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy products. Some protein-rich plant foods also supply glutamic acid.

Glutamic acid has generally been considered free of side effects for the vast majority of people who take it.

Chronic overdose: None
Acute overdose: None

• Individuals with kidney or liver problem should not consume high intakes of amino acids without consulting a healthcare professional.