After supplying a methyl group, TMG becomes di-methyl-glycine. DMG, a natural component of animal and plant metabolism, positively influences the immune response in laboratory animals and humans and boosts physical and mental performance. Also: DMG, TMG

	Addictions / Addictive Tendencies Recommendation TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) "TMG or SAMe may be especially useful in treating depression associated with drug withdrawal..." Arrhythmias/Dysrhythmias Recommendation TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) "A four-year clinical evaluation of DMG (or TMG) by Mitchell Pries, MD of Palmdale, California has confirmed Soviet findings..." Depression Recommendation TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) "The compound 5-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), potentially produced through the demethylation of TMG, has been shown to alleviate depression..." Gilbert's Syndrome Recommendation Methionine "...TMG also converts to SAMe while being considerably less expensive..." Recommendation TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) "...TMG also converts to SAMe while being considerably less expensive..." Herpes Simplex Type I Recommendation Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) "Vitamin C, zinc, thymus extracts, TMG, monolaurin from coconut, and olive leaf extract have all been used with some success as reported by various doctors..." L-Glutathione As A Treatment "...Alpha lipoic acid, selenium, vitamin C, TMG, NAC, Milk Thistle (silymarin), coffee enemas, cold-processed whey proteins, colostrum, certified raw milk and L-glutamine support increased glutathione levels..." Low Adrenal Function / Adrenal Insufficiency The Condition "...This may include vitamin C, PABA, adrenal glandulars, ACE (Adreno-Cortico-Extracts) injections, licorice root, ginsengs, TMG (tri-methyl-glycine) and DHEA among other possibilities..." Recommendation TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) "The adrenal gland uses nutrients such as TMG (betaine), tyrosine, vitamins B5, B6 and C to maintain function and produce its hormones..." Osteoarthritis Recommendation TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) "TMG, administered as S-adenosyl-methionine (SAMe), was shown to be superior to ibuprofen (Motrin) in the treatment of osteoarthritis in a double-blind clinical trial..." Parkinson's Disease Recommendation TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) "The compound 5-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), potentially produced through the demethylation of TMG, has been shown to improve Parkinson's disease..." Progesterone Low or Estrogen Dominance Recommendation TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) "TMG converts to S-adenosyl methionine (SAMe, an activated form of methionine) in the body..." Seizure Disorder Recommendation TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) "TMG has been noted to reduce seizure activity in some individuals..." Tendency Toward Postpartum Depression The Condition "...TMG or SAMe may be superior to methionine for the treatment of depression..." TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) As A Treatment "...An extract from sugar beets, TMG is a natural polysaccharide and a good source of methyl groups that promotes healthier levels of the powerful pro-oxidant and free radical generator homocysteine..." Weakened Immune System The Condition "...your immune system include being breastfed as a baby, exercising sufficiently but not excessively, stress management, avoiding food and other allergens, and being well-nourished; supplements such as TMG, zinc, vitamin C and other antioxidants; hormones such as HGH (human growth hormone - can be used homeopathically) and DHEA; colloidal silver, and l-arginine..."

Last updated: Apr 07, 2008