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A professional L-Taurine amino acid supplement.
Supports
- Nutrients: L-Taurine
- Cardiovascular
- Neurological (Migraines, Seizures)
- Health: Antioxidant, Immunity, Detoxification
Feature Ingredients
- L-Taurine: A key amino acid in cardiovascular and neurological health.
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Taurine is a small aminosulfonic acid found primarily in seafood and meat. It plays a key role in the regulation of the flow of ions across cellular membranes and the biosynthesis of water-soluble bile salts. Evidence shows that taurine supports cardiac function.
Taurine is the second most common amino acid found in the body, and has many different health benefits due to its ability to help stabilize cell membranes. The most recent population studies have referred to taurine as a “wonder molecule” responsible for the longevity benefits of the Japanese. Taurine is the most abundant amino acid in the heart, and is important for several aspects of cardiovascular function, including blood pressure and heart rhythm. Taurine is often used to improve exercise performance due to its involvement in cardiac function and energy storage. It is able to cross the blood brain barrier, and some evidence has suggested it may have potential in helping to deal with neurological disorders.
Although the research on taurine has mainly focused on cardiovascular and neurological function, emerging evidence is suggesting a vast array of other health benefits including blood sugar regulation, detoxification, and immune function.
- Cardiovascular: Taurine is the most important and abundant amino acid in the heart. It stimulates the activity of cAMP, allowing the entry of calcium. Taurine has been widely used in Japan to treat various types of heart disease, including congestive heart failure (2-4g daily), arrhythmias (2g), duiresis, and hypertension.
- Antioxidant & Anti-Aging: Taurine reacts with hypochlorous acid (HOCI) produced in the retina and certain white cells during the “respiratory burst” to combat infection, thereby protecting the host from oxidative damage. Taurine is also a cell-membrane stabilizer and has been shown to protect against retinol toxicity and lipid peroxidation.
- Immunity: Taurine significantly increases lymphocyte viability in a dose-dependent manner. Taurine was also found to be an activator of natural-killer cells and stimulated the release of interleukin (IL-I) from macrophages. F
- Detoxification: Detoxifying agents render toxic substances more water soluble since, for the most part, such substances are poorly soluble. The increased solubility allows excretion through the kidneys. The amino group of taurine can react with carboxylic acid group of toxins to form amide linkages, e.g. retinoic acid reacts with taurine to form retinotaurine.
- Neurological Conditions: Analysis of human brain tissue showed that over two-thirds of the samples of migraine / epileptic patients had reduced taurine content. Administration of taurine reduced the seizures in an animal model of human epilepsy, primarily due to stabilizing nerve cell membranes.
- Retinosis Pigmentosa: RP is a genetic disorder in which the retina slowly degenerates, resulting in early loss of night vision followed by the progressive development of tunnel vision, ending in blindness and often complicated with macular degeneration. RP victims appear to have abnormally low uptake of taurine, suggesting the use of the amino acid as a corrective.
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Serving Size: 1 Vegetarian Capsule
Servings per Container: 30 Daily Doses of 3 Caps Per Day
Medicinal Ingredients
Each Capsule Contains:
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2-Aminoethanesulfonic acid (taurine) |
500 mg |
Non Medicinal Ingredients
Vegetable magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and silicon dioxide in a non‑GMO vegetable capsule composed of vegetable carbohydrate gum and purified water.
Allergens
Contains No Added: wheat, yeast, gluten, artificial colouring or flavouring.
Recommended Use
Adults (19+): Take 3 capsules once or twice daily, or as directed by your health-care practitioner.
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Vitazan is a supplement company that is dedicated to research and high-quality products available through professionals only.
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Contraindications
Do not use if you are hypersensitive or allergic to any of the ingredients.
Caution
Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are taking any *medications, pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have any pre-existing condition. Discontinue this product 2 weeks prior to surgery.
Other drugs may interact with this product, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Side Effect Risks
Discontinue use and consult a healthcare practitioner if symptoms persist, worsen or you develop any reactions which may include: allergy or intolerance or digestive upset (nausea). Keep out of reach of children. Sealed for your protection. Do not use if seal is broken. For freshness, store in a cool, dry place.
Disclaimer
The information and product descriptions that appear on this website are for information and educational purposes only and are not intended to provide or replace medical advice to individuals from qualified health care professionals. Consult your physician if you have any health concerns, and before initiating any new dietary, exercise, supplements or other lifestyle changes.
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References
- Zuma J, Sawamura A, Awata N, Ohta H, Hamaguchi T, Harada H, Takihara K, Hasegawa H, Yamagami T, Ishiyama T, et al. (1985), Therapeutic effect of taurine in congestive heart failure: a double-blind crossover trial. Clin Cardiol 8(5): 276-82.
- Azuma J, Sawamura A, Awata N. Usefulness of taurine in chronic congestive heart failure and its prospective application. Jpn Circ J. 1992 Jan; 56(1): 95-9.
- Fujita T, Ando K, Noda H, Ito Y, Sato Y. Effects of increased adrenomedullary activity and taurine in young patients with borderline hypertension. Circulation. 1987 Mar; 75(3): 525-32.
- Saransaari P, Oja SS. Taurine and neural cell damage. Amino Acids. 2000; 19(3-4): 509-26.
- Sole MJ, Jeejeebhoy KN. Conditioned nutritional requirements: therapeutic relevance to heart failure. Herz 2002 Mar; 27(2): 174-8.
- Wright, C.E. et al., (1996). Taurine: Biological update. Ann Rev Biochem55: 427-448.
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