L-Glutamine, Amino Acid for Sugar Cravings

[SeaBreeze]

I have an old jar of L-Glutamine in my medicine cabinet. I bought it a long time ago when I was trying to lose weight and reduce my cravings for carbs and sugar. It also supports muscle mass and helps with stress. For awhile I was taking some and just putting it under my tongue around an hour before supper time, it did seem to help with the desire for excess carbs or desserts. I have the NOW powder, 100% pure free-form.

Since alcohol cravings is similar to carbs and sugars, it's also very useful for those who want to cut down on alcohol use. Here's some more information on L-Glutamine. http://www.l-glutaminebenefits.com/l-glutamine-alcohol/

Note: as with any supplementation, research for side effects and drug interactions if you're on any doctor prescribed medications or have any particular health conditions.

In addition to L-Glutamine’s ability to reduce the craving for alcohol, the amino acid can provide a number of health improvements that everyone can benefit from, especially those who are recovering from alcoholism.

L-Glutamine can aid in weight loss efforts, since the amino acid lessens the craving for carbohydrates.

Taking the supplement with a meal can also provide a feeling of fullness to prevent overeating. L-Glutamine also builds up the muscles and increases strength and endurance.


The amino acid can also boost the immune system, and people who have been suffering from alcoholism definitely have a compromised immune system, especially if they have been abusing alcohol for quite some time.

 

[AprilT]

Having my appetite degressed as it does when I do low-carb, at least on some days, I remembered I had a whole tub of protein powder left over from the last time I was dieting. I was making sure it hadn't expired and it dawned on me that one of the ingredients in most of these mixtures contain L-Glutamine.

At least now I can have one serving a day for times I'm not hungry or as a quick fill in when I'm in a rush to get out the door in the morning. I have the vanilla. I can't do the muscle milk protein drink ones though, because that's like a real milkshake or candy bar and a little just makes me want so much more. as a matter of fact this guy introduced me to Muscle Milk, it does a body good if you can control yourself from over indulging.

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[QuickSilver]

Having my appetite degressed as it does when I do low-carb, at least on some days, I remembered I had a whole tub of protein powder left over from the last time I was dieting. I was making sure it hadn't expired and it dawned on me that one of the ingredients in most of these mixtures contain L-Glutamine.

At least now I can have one serving a day for times I'm not hungry or as a quick fill in when I'm in a rush to get out the door in the morning. I have the vanilla. I can't do the muscle milk protein drink ones though, because that's like a real milkshake or candy bar and a little just makes me want so much more. as a matter of fact this guy introduced me to Muscle Milk, it does a body good if you can control yourself from over indulging.

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From the Muscle milk?....... Or that Guy!!! :drool1:

 

[AprilT]

From the Muscle milk?....... Or that Guy!!! :drool1:

Well the muscle milk did him good, I was able to refuse use of his body, though he really tried to convince me to give it a try. Thinking back on it, maybe, that's where I should have indulged instead of on the protein drink. LOL. No he was kind of nice to look at but no thanks.