Glutamine has recently been the focus of
much scientific interest. A growing body of evidence suggests that during
certain stressful times, the body may require more Glutamine than it can
produce. Under these circumstances Glutamine may be considered a
conditionally essential amino acid. Glutamine is involved in maintaining a
positive nitrogen balance (an anabolic state) and also aids rapidly
growing cells (immune system lymphocytes and intestinal cell enterocytes).
In addition, Glutamine is a regulator of acid-base balance and a nitrogen
transporter.*
