L-Taurine 500mg 60 caps
£9.20
Taurine is a sulphur-containing amino acid. Amino acids are compounds used by the body for a number of functions including the formation of proteins, thus they are often referred to as the building blocks of proteins. However, taurine is a free amino acid which is not incorporated into proteins, it is abundant in many tissues including the heart, eyes, nerve cells and skeletal muscle.
- Taurine is used in the production of bile acids which are important for fat digestion and absorption
- Taurine is the most abundant amino acid in the retina (the back of the eye)
- Important dietary sources of taurine are fish and seafood, meat also contains a modest amount. In addition taurine can be synthesised in the body, from other sulphur containing amino acids - methionine and cysteine. The rate of biosynthesis is low and requires pyridoxal-5-phosphate (the active coenzyme form of vitamin B6) as a cofactor. A vitamin B6 deficiency has been shown to impair taurine synthesis. Thus taurine is classed as a conditionally essential nutrient
L-Taurine , 1 capsule will provide on average:
| Active Nutrient | Strength | %NRV* |
| L-Taurine | 500mg | * |
| +NRV = Nutritional Reference Value * Indicates no NRV |
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Ingredients:
L-Taurine, HPMC (vegetable cellulose, capsule shell)
Suggested Intake:
1 to 3 capsules daily away from food as a food supplement or as directed by a practitioner
Suitable for:
vegetarians and vegans
Contraindications:
This product is not suitable for children or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. If you are taking any medication please check with your doctor before taking this product.
Non-Active Ingredients:
HPMC (vegetable cellulose, capsule shell)
Non GM & Free From:
Non GM & Free From: wheat, gluten; soy, dairy, added sugars, colourings, flavourings & preservatives