How much Glutamine?

[Jim1954]

I was wondering how much Glutamine you should take as a suppliment? I weigh 148, don't know body fat %. My abs are not visible yet, but I think the top portion are getting there.
Any information would be appreciated.

Jim

 

[OceanDude]

Jim I don't know if there are any specific hard and set rules. I bought a kilo in powder form (very economical this way) and use it to fill a smaller l-glutamine container as I deplete it. I take 5 gm 3x daily: 5 gm at wakeing up, 5gm post workout and 5 gm before bed. On the post workout I usually just dump it in with my creatine mix.

 

[gopro]

Originally posted by OceanDude
Jim I don't know if there are any specific hard and set rules. I bought a kilo in powder form (very economical this way) and use it to fill a smaller l-glutamine container as I deplete it. I take 5 gm 3x daily: 5 gm at wakeing up, 5gm post workout and 5 gm before bed. On the post workout I usually just dump it in with my creatine mix.

Solid advice!

 

[oaktownboy]

When Should You Take It?
There are four key times to take glutamine

In the morning
The morning is an important time to take glutamine because the body has been without food usually for 8 or more hours. Therefore, the muscle stores of glutamine are depleted and need to be replenished;

Before working out
This is an important time because one wants to prevent excessive breakdown of muscle while working out. L-glutamine stores in the muscle drop to their lowest while working out intensely. This depletion occurs due to the high demand of energy needed because of muscular contraction and micro-tears that result from a work-out;

After working out
Being the most abundant amino acid in muscle tissue, it is important to replace glutamine after working out, as this will aid in recovery, and growth of the muscle. Glutamine is absorbed better after an intense workout due to the high demand. Glutamine adds to the overall weight and mass of muscle cells;

Bedtime
Before going to bed it is important to take glutamine because of the long fast the body is about to encounter. The immunity also tends to diminish while sleeping. Taking glutamine has been shown to increase the immunity of subjects taking it. Therefore, it is important to get that dose of glutamine at bedtime to prevent lowered immune activity.

compliments of East Coast Muscle

 

[Jim1954]

OceanDude,

I've only recently bought a bottle of the stuff (capsules) and figured at the price I am paying, if I took 15 grams a day it would cost $44 for a months supply! How much do you figure you pay for a 30 day supply at 15 grams a day?

 

[ArduousMeister]

What do you guys mix it with? I used to mix it with juice but I try to stay away from juices now and I don't drink milk, and it tastes like crap in water. I mix it with shakes but before bed and first thing in the morn are not time that I drink shakes. Is water the best route then?

 

[gopro]

Originally posted by ArduousMeister
What do you guys mix it with? I used to mix it with juice but I try to stay away from juices now and I don't drink milk, and it tastes like crap in water. I mix it with shakes but before bed and first thing in the morn are not time that I drink shakes. Is water the best route then?

Try Crystal Light drink mix.

 

[Mudge]

Jim, when you buy something encapsulated it is almost absolutely going to cost more. If you can find it in "raw" form it is almost always cheaper, sometimes by a fair amount especially if it is just substance with no advertising behind it.

 

[Jim1954]

Hey now, where can you buy stuff like this?!?!???

 

[OceanDude]

Well here is one source I use - about the cheepest super store on the internet I have seen for a lot of different products and free shipping for orders over $50.
http://www.vitaglo.com/

 

[Arnold]

Originally posted by gopro
Solid advice!

Hey gopro, I thought I remember you saying that it was necessary to take around 30grams of Glutamine (OD recommended 15grams) to see any real benefit...have you changed your stance on this?

 

[Jim1954]

OceanDude,

Thanks, I'll definitely be ordering some things.

 

[OceanDude]

Cool. Look into EAS L-glutamine - they have a kilo tub that will last over 2 months. There may be other generic brands out there since EAS does tend to be pricier but their quality is usually right up there.

 

[gopro]

Originally posted by Prince
Hey gopro, I thought I remember you saying that it was necessary to take around 30grams of Glutamine (OD recommended 15grams) to see any real benefit...have you changed your stance on this?

No, not when the guy asking about it weighs 148 lbs! Add about 5 more grams for every 25 lbs of bodyweight.

 

[Arnold]

Okay, but OceanDude gave that recommendation based on what HE uses, and I know that OD weighs more than 148lbs.

 

[gopro]

Originally posted by Prince
Okay, but OceanDude gave that recommendation based on what HE uses, and I know that OD weighs more than 148lbs.

Oh I see...I was really commenting on his dosage timing, not amounts. I should have been more specific.

 

[kdwa1]

Anybody have a hard time sleeping on it? Syntrax has a good one,Glu FX and tastes real clean.I take straight with water

 

[gopro]

Originally posted by kdwa1
Anybody have a hard time sleeping on it? Syntrax has a good one,Glu FX and tastes real clean.I take straight with water

Trouble sleeping? There is no stimulatory effect with glutamine

 

[kdwa1]

Really?I get a major pump on Glutamine myself and a bit restless.Do you guys take it right before bed or a couple hours? How long does it stay in the system? I'm wondering because if I take it several times during the day like 15 g's isn't it enough to carry me through the night without a pre sleep load?Tks

 

[Tank316]

i take up to 20 grams before bed and sleep like a baby.

 

[gopro]

Originally posted by kdwa1
Really?I get a major pump on Glutamine myself and a bit restless.Do you guys take it right before bed or a couple hours? How long does it stay in the system? I'm wondering because if I take it several times during the day like 15 g's isn't it enough to carry me through the night without a pre sleep load?Tks

Take another 5 g 1 hr before sleep. But if it really does keep you up for some strange reason, than just skip it.

 

[PB&J]

Is it advisable to use glutamine while bulking?

 

[gopro]

Originally posted by PB&J
Is it advisable to use glutamine while bulking?

Some will say no! I say yes! I use it year around whether bulking or cutting! I made some of the best gains of my life while using 30-50 g per day of glutamine.

Best glutamines:

-VPX Glutamine
-Sports One GP2
-OSMO G-Force
-AST GP3

 

[PB&J]

Thanks GP. How about molecular and syntrax?? Their prices are good.

 

[gopro]

Originally posted by PB&J
Thanks GP. How about molecular and syntrax?? Their prices are good.

Both good companies, absolutley!!

 

[ZECH]

GP, heard any feedback at all on the new GLU-fm??

 

[gopro]

Originally posted by dg806
GP, heard any feedback at all on the new GLU-fm??

Yes, only good things.

 

[Twin Peak]

Originally posted by Jim1954
I was wondering how much Glutamine you should take as a suppliment? I weigh 148, don't know body fat %. My abs are not visible yet, but I think the top portion are getting there.
Any information would be appreciated.

Jim

Take it in high doses after you have a very serious burn accident or other major, life threatening trauma. That is when all the studies show its efficiacy.

Otherwise you are better off saving your money. The possible exception is for a weight trainer on seriously restricted calories.

 

[gopro]

Re: Re: How much Glutamine?

Originally posted by Twin Peak
Take it in high doses after you have a very serious burn accident or other major, life threatening trauma. That is when all the studies show its efficiacy.

Otherwise you are better off saving your money. The possible exception is for a weight trainer on seriously restricted calories.

Totally disagree...but what else is new.

 

[Twin Peak]

Our differing opinions on the value of glutamine are well documented, and need not be rehashed.