ASN Nano Glutamine

We all know the benefits of taking ASN HP-100 and NANO Creatine after training for recovery and muscle growth. What if we could add to that combination to further enhance their effects? NANO Glutamine may be the answer. A Scientific study on Glutamine has found a 2 gram dose increased Growth Hormone levels by 430%. Growth Hormone is an important anabolic hormone, involved in protein synthesis, uptake of amino acids and utilisation of fat for energy. Adding NANO Glutamine to your post workout recovery could well be the most effective way to boost your muscle growth and recovery to the next level.

The Health Benefits

Glutamine's importance was first demonstrated in the 1930’s by Sir Hans Krebs - one of the pre-eminent biochemists of all time. Dr. Krebs - a master at metabolic cycles, is best known for his discovery of the citric acid cycle ( krebs cycle ) which creatine is involved in. But few are aware that he was the first to recognize glutamine's significance in nitrogen metabolism. Glutamine has now been recognized by doctors and professionals for providing significant contributions in preventing muscle breakdown, maintaining Glutathione (GSH) levels, improving protein synthesis, elevating growth hormone levels, plus many other health beneficial functions. Glutamine supplements have been a critical staple in athletes diets due to the fact that glutamine levels fall after intense training and do not rise to full strength until complete recovery has occurred. It has been a critical supplement for AIDS and cancer patients because it helps prevent muscle wasting.

Problems with Glutamine

One problem with L-Glutamine is that it is highly insoluble. Put it in water and watch how poorly it mixes up. It will mix up like a cloudy liquid. If it does not dissolve, absorption can become difficult. Clinical science and practical experience have also proven that it does not reach the blood in concentration levels needed to fully replenish healthy levels of glutamine. In addition, a little known fact, is that almost all of the research done on free form glutamine supplementation was done in hospitals on subjects receiving the glutamine intravenously. Just because you buy and take something called glutamine, does not mean you are going to benefit from all the metabolic functions that glutamine performs. To address this potential problem, products were developed that contain glutamine peptide in place of L-glutamine; the peptide form allows these supplements to be consumed without glutamine being metabolised in your digestive system. The disadvantage is, Glutamine Peptides are so bitter tasting, it makes it hard to swallow. It is almost impossible to mask the bitter taste. Putting it in capsule form is then a thought. But to get recommended therapeutic doses you would have to consume at least 20capsules at a time. Which is not practical.

Problem Solved

ASN Advanced Sports Nutrition is a company which strives for one thing. Results! Following in the footsteps of NANO Creatine, ASN is proud to be the first company in the world to bring you another scientific breakthrough with the development of - NANO Glutamine. A Glutamine supplement with enhanced absorption for uptake directly into your body.

Use 1/3 less than normal Glutamine

A lot of companies suggest you take at least 10grams of Glutamine per serving. This is because a lot of Glutamine is utilised by your digestive system, so the theory is if we flood the digestive tract with Glutamine some will actually pass through into our body. If it could pass directly into our body without being ‘robbed’ by our digestive system you would not need to take as much. Therefore, because of the enhanced absorption of the NANO-Glutamine, only 3 grams per serving (approx)1 heaped teaspoon is needed providing better utilisation.

The Many Functions of Glutamine

Glutamine is a unique Amino Acid in that it contains two Nitrogen molecules - this feature gives Glutamine all of its unique health benefits and makes it the most versatile nutrient, other than water, in the human body.

Some of the many functions of Glutamine include;

• Amino Acid Pools
• Ammonia Scavenger
• GABA precursor
• Glutathione Biosynthesis
• Metabolic Fuel
• Nitrogen Transport
• Protein Synthesis
• Urea Synthesis (Liver)
• Reduces Blood Sugar
• Ammonia production (Kidneys)
• Carbon Transport
• Growth Hormone Enhancer
• Glucose/Glycogen Biosynthesis
• Muscle Cell Volume Enhancer
• Nucleic Acid Production
• Proper Digestive Operation
• Lactic Acidosis Neutraliser
• Liver & Kidney Health