Find out why glutamine is an essential part of the diet of all professional bodybuilders. Practical advice only. Glutamic acid is an aliphatic biaxial (contains two acidic groups) amine. Just like glutamine, it can be found in the body in a free state and is part of protein compounds. This amine belongs to the nonessential group, which means that it can be synthesized in the body on its own.
In aqueous solutions, glutamic acid is created from glutamine under the influence of a special enzyme, glutaminecentase. It should also be noted that glutamine in aqueous solutions is subject to strong hydrolysis, as a result of which glutamic acid is obtained. Scientists have found that the maximum amount of glutamic acid is found in whey.
Athletes are accustomed to sharing all the amines that are unnecessary and useless from the point of view of the possibility of improving athletic performance. It should be admitted that this approach seems to be very rational, since there is no point in spending money on those supplements that will definitely not be effective in sports.
However, it should be remembered that any amino acid compound can work differently in the body of individual athletes. At the same time, there are substances that will definitely be beneficial for all athletes.
How does glutamic amino acid work in bodybuilding?
Glutamic acid is a substance that will be effective for every person. For everyone who preaches an active lifestyle, glutamic acid is one of the most important substances. Moreover, the glutamic amino acid in bodybuilding is most important in comparison with other sports disciplines, including strength.
Glutamine is very common in nature and is found in a large number of foods, such as meat, dairy products, eggs, etc. But even so, builders are very often deficient in glutamine, which makes the use of appropriate supplements mandatory.
First of all, it should be said that the glutamic amino acid in bodybuilding is very important due to its active participation in nitrogen metabolism. She in these processes takes no less place in comparison with arginine. Glutamine helps to increase the efficiency of the body's defense system, and this is very important in conditions of high physical exertion.
In addition, glutamine increases the susceptibility of tissue cell structures to potassium ions. As you probably know, this mineral is important for the normal functioning of the heart. Thus, if a sufficient concentration of glutamine is observed in the body, then catabolic processes will be suppressed. Scientists in the course of numerous experiments have proved that with age, athletes' need for glutamic acid increases. Also remember that glutamine increases the rate of growth hormone secretion, which directly affects weight gain.
Effects of Glutamic Amino Acid in Bodybuilding
Let's highlight the most significant effects of glutamic acid on the body:
- All metabolic processes are accelerated.
- Acts as a precursor of several amines, including arginine.
- It can be used as an energy source.
- Improves brain performance.
- Increases concentration and improves memory.
- Helps to eliminate some pathologies of the digestive system.
- Eliminates psychological disorders.
- Reduces cravings for sweets and alcohol.
- Increases the efficiency of the immune system.
How is Glutamic Amino Acid taken?
To get the maximum effect from the use of glutamine, you need to take the supplement twice throughout the day. A one-time dosage is 5 to 10 grams. Thus, you need to take from 10 to 20 grams of glutamine throughout the day.
The best time to consume the supplement is in the morning and immediately after the end of your training session. Glutamine has no side effects and due to its high demand in various biochemical processes, overdose is almost impossible.
However, it makes no sense to increase the above doses, since the body will not be able to assimilate a larger amount of the substance. Thus, when using the glutamic amino acid in bodybuilding, you can avoid taking breaks. The supplement works well with other types of sports food, and you can use it in conjunction with protein mixtures or gainers. You should pay special attention to glutamine in the autumn-winter period, as the substance improves the functioning of the immune system, which is very important at this time.
Also remember that the above dosages refer to 100% glutamine. To determine the dosage of a specific supplement, you need to take the percentage of glutamine in it and possibly recalculate the dosage.
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