One of the nonessential amino acids, closely related to glutamic acid. It is especially important in the cellular metabolism of animals as the only amino acid capable of readily crossing the blood-brain barrier. It is used in medicine and biochemical research and as a feed additive
A non-essential amino acid, glutamine is considered to be a brain fuel Glutamine has been used therapeutically for alcoholism, mild depression and to reduce the craving for sweets Glutamine is very important in the functioning of the metabolism and muscle maintenance Glutamine supplementation can help prevent muscle and other tissue breakdown by providing the body with nitrogen and fuel
an amino acid that constitutes, with glucose, the major nourishment used by the nervous system
A nonessential amino acid C{5}H{10}N{2}O{3} found in most animal and plant proteins
An amino acid used in nutrition therapy It is also being studied for the treatment of diarrhea caused by radiation therapy to the pelvis
(Gln or Q) Click the name to see a model of the side chain group for this amino acid
The key amino acid in Huntington's Disease In most people, there are between 10 and 35 sequential glutamines in the huntingtin protein In people with HD, there are 40 or more copies Some people with 36-39 copies develop symptoms of HD while others do not See Table A-1
a nonessential amino acid with a major role in maintaining the integrity of the GI tract lining, especially during the hypermetabolic phase of the stress response (abnormally increased metabolism); also seen during fever and some forms of poisoning; repairs the collagen and strengthens the fibers between the holes in the GI tract lining A precursor for the relaxing neurotransmitier, GABA, glutamine stabilizes blood sugar flow, reduces cravings for alcohol, enhances immunity, preserves lean body mass during weight loss and athletic activity, and, with FOS, provides nutrients to GI tract cells (enterocytes)