The simplest amino acid which is a constituent of normal protein and an inhibitory neurotransmitter, used as a dietary supplement. A natural antacid and sweetener, it is involved in the syntheses of DNA, phospholipids and collagen.

	Chromium Deficiency The Condition "...the precursors to the active form of GTF are used in some formulas, but usually with chromium in lower doses, such as 50mcg, since it is thought to be better absorbed with niacin and the amino acids glycine, cysteine and glutamic acid..." Glutathione Related Topic "A natural sulfur-bearing peptide formed from the linking of three amino acids: glutamic acid, cysteine and glycine..." Glycine As A Treatment "...Glycine is a part of many proteins in plants and animals..." Hepatitis The Condition "...Licorice root, cysteine and glycine together have produced a 40% cure rate..." L-Glutathione As A Treatment "...Source The body produces L-glutathione from the amino acids cysteine, glutamic acid and glycine..." Liver Detoxification Phase II Support As A Treatment "...These fragments then progress to phase 2, where they are bound to molecules such as glutathione, glycine and sulfate..." Low HGH (Human Growth Hormone) Recommendation Glutamine "...These amino acids include L-arginine, L-lysine, L-glutamine, L-ornithine and glycine..."

Last updated: May 10, 2007