Amino Acid
Taurine (Sulfur Amino Acid)
Also known as: Taurine
B
Evidence
Sulfur-containing amino acid supporting heart, brain, and bile acid function.
Primary uses
- Heart health
- Brain function
- Bile acid synthesis
- Exercise
How it works
- Cell membrane stabilization
- Bile acid conjugation
- Antioxidant
- Osmoregulation
Dosage
- Typical range
- 500-2000mg daily
- Timing
- Any time
- With food
- Optional
- Duration
- Safe long-term
- Special populations
- Heart health, vegetarians, energy drinks alternative
Forms
- Powder
- Capsules
Safety
Common side effects
- Rare at normal doses
Contraindications
- None
Evidence notes
Conditional amino acid
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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