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Supplement Ingredient Guide: Taurine

Taurine

What is it?

Taurine is an amino acid which acts as a membrane stabiliser and aids various anti-oxidant mechanisms. It is found in foods, highest being in meats.

 

Indications

The main indication for taurine is to reduce cramping when using fat burners containing Ephedrine-like compounds.

 

How much should I take?

One should take between 0.5-2g of taurine per day with a maximal safe upper limit set at 3g.

 

Research

The evidence base behind taurine is rather weak with it mostly pointing to promoting general health and well-being.

 

Side effects

No lifetime side effects have been reported with a supplementation of up to 3g per day.

 

References

 http://examine.com/supplements/Taurine/

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