Life Extension Glycine 1000 mg L-Glycine Amino Acids 100 vcaps Sports nutrition, food supplements, vitamins

Description of Life Extension Glycine 1000 mg L-Glycine Amino Acids

A good night’s sleep is one of the most effective ways to take care of our bodies. But hectic lifestyles, exposure to harmful blue light and more have impacted our sleep habits. Glycine offers sleep and relaxation support and so much more in an easy-to-swallow 1000-mg capsule. Glycine is the simplest of all amino acids, possessing only one carbon atom. It can be made by the body, but since it doesn’t appear to meet the body’s requirements at all times, it’s considered by some to be semi-essential. Most of the glycine in the body becomes incorporated in proteins, but free glycine acts as a neurotransmitter involved in regulating appetite, behavior and general homeostasis. It has fundamental roles in support of healthy gene expression, cellular antioxidant processes, detoxification, immune function, growth, development, metabolism and survival. Like other one-carbon molecules, glycine has been linked to longevity in certain species. Glycine is often used as a supplement to promote relaxation and sound sleep. Research shows that, when taken before bed, glycine may promote healthy quality sleep without causing daytime drowsiness. Glycine may also have positive impacts on mood, cognition and mental health. Glycine is needed for collagen production and therefore supports connective tissue throughout the body. Glycine has been shown to preserve normal muscle mass and promote healthy body composition. Importantly, it is the rate-limiting component of the major antioxidant glutathione. Glycine has been demonstrated to inhibit protein glycation and production of advanced glycation end-products (AGEs). Evidence from laboratory and clinical trials suggests glycine may help support healthy glucose and fructose metabolism. Research shows glycine may help maintain normal blood pressure. A study that included more than 4,000 subjects found higher glycine levels were correlated with cardiovascular protection and better metabolic health. Glycine has been shown to support health of the gastric and intestinal lining. In addition to its many and varied benefits, glycine has a strong safety record. Most people need to take between one to three grams of glycine to experience benefits. As a result, using low dose capsules can be cumbersome and expensive. Life Extension’s glycine comes in easy-to-swallow 1000-mg capsules.

• Promotes relaxation;
• Promotes healthy quality sleep without causing daytime drowsiness;
• Supports healthy glucose & fructose metabolism;
• Supports connective tissue throughout the body.

Nutrition facts Life Extension Glycine 1000 mg L-Glycine Amino Acids

Servings per container: 100

Serving size: 1 veg capsule

** Daily Value not established.

Ingredients: Vegetable cellulose (capsule), ascorbyl palmitate.

Directions Life Extension Glycine 1000 mg L-Glycine Amino Acids

Take one (1) capsule one to three times daily, on an empty stomach at bedtime, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.