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Is L-Glutamine Effective In Weight Loss Treatment?

I m wondering if L-glutamine can possibly help me to lose weight? I eat healthy and exercise (sm. weights, stretching, walking 1.5 miles daily). I had a stroke 8 yrs. ago and went from 120 lbs. to 280. I lost 100 lbs. but I ve since gained 25 lbs. back and am wondering if taking this supplement will help me. Thank-you My name is Lori Tumulty. My email address is YYYY@YYYY
Tue, 6 Mar 2018
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Hello,

A small preliminary study published in the "European Journal of Clinical Nutrition" in November 2014 found that obese women who took glutamine supplements for four weeks lost weight even without changing their diet and exercise habits.

When they took a protein supplement for the same amount of time, they did not experience any significant weight loss.

Few studies have shown that glutamine supplementation useful in weight loss. But please consult your dietician before you starting glutamine supplementation.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu
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Is L-Glutamine Effective In Weight Loss Treatment?

Hello, A small preliminary study published in the European Journal of Clinical Nutrition in November 2014 found that obese women who took glutamine supplements for four weeks lost weight even without changing their diet and exercise habits. When they took a protein supplement for the same amount of time, they did not experience any significant weight loss. Few studies have shown that glutamine supplementation useful in weight loss. But please consult your dietician before you starting glutamine supplementation. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Penchila Prasad Kandikattu