Amino Acid
Taurine (Longevity Dose)
Also known as: Taurine, 2-aminoethanesulfonic acid
Conditionally essential amino acid with emerging longevity research. 2023 Science paper linked declining taurine to aging across species.
Daily target & upper limit
1500 mg / dayTaurine (Longevity Dose) has an established daily reference intake. See best forms, label synonyms, upper-limit warnings, and top-scoring supplements:
Taurine (Longevity Dose) dosage reference →Primary uses
- Longevity
- Heart health
- Brain health
- Exercise performance
How it works
- Antioxidant in tissues
- Bile acid conjugation
- Osmoregulation
- Mitochondrial function
Dosage
- Typical range
- 500-3000mg daily; up to 6g in some longevity protocols
- Timing
- Flexible, with meals
- With food
- Optional
- Duration
- Safe long-term
- Special populations
- Longevity, heart health, vegans (no dietary source)
Forms
- Powder
- Capsules
Safety
Common side effects
- Very well tolerated
Contraindications
- None
Products containing Taurine (Longevity Dose)
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Evidence notes
Strong 2023 Science paper on longevity, established cardioprotective effects
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
Cited research for Taurine (Longevity Dose)
Clinical studies referenced across Formulate guides that mention taurine (longevity dose). Each links to the full study page with PubMed source + the guides that cite it.
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