Glycine

Glycine is an amino acid used to create proteins in the body. These proteins are needed for the growth and maintenance of muscles and tissues and also aid in the making of hormones and enzymes.

While your body does produce glycine naturally because it has a whole host of benefits some decide to take a supplement to keep their levels optimal.

The benefits of glycine include:

• Helping to create Glutathione which is a powerful antioxidant. Glutathione helps protect cells against free radicals and declines with age, so it is advisable to take supplements.
• Glycine is the main component in collagen which is needed for bone, muscle, and joint health but is mostly known for keeping the skin in good condition too.
• It is also one of the three amino acids that make Creatine. This is a compound that provides your muscles with energy. It is popular among weight lifters and sprinters and allows for short, quick bursts of energy.
• Some studies show it can improve the quality of sleep as it can have a calming effect on the brain and potentially lower your core body temperature making for optimal sleeping conditions.
• Glycine may also protect the liver from alcohol-induced damage including fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis, and alcoholic cirrhosis.
• Glycine may aid people who suffer from Type 2 Diabetes as it can increase insulin response.