Taurine is popularly known for being part of “energy” drink formulas, but in fact, it is essential for human life and has many important functions.

Taurine also helps the body by protecting the organs, maintaining the proper functioning of the nervous system and regulating the body's cholesterol levels.

Follow the content and discover its main functions in our body and also learn about the benefits of its supplementation.

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What is Taurine?

Taurine is an essential amino acid, found primarily in the heart, skeletal muscle, brain and nervous tissue. It helps regulate the central nervous system and plays an important role in maintaining fluid and salt balance in the body. It can help reduce stress, improve mood and increase energy.

Contrary to popular belief, Taurine is essential for the body, as it participates in the functioning of various organs and body systems.

And, despite being produced naturally by the body, its supplementation when associated with the practice of physical activities, can bring many benefits to health and performance during sports.

What are the benefits of Taurine supplementation?

Taurine is most commonly used as a supplement for vital functions such as improving heart health and boosting energy, but it also helps with:

· Cognitive Improvement;

· Muscle strengthening;

· Improvement of protein synthesis in the body;

· It has an antioxidant effect.

Taurine has also been long linked to other health benefits such as improving immune function, reducing inflammation and helping to prevent chronic disease.

Its supplementation can be done through food, such as meat or fish (these are highly bioavailable taurine foods) or supplements.

Meet Performance Nutrition's A Taurine Science Powder

It is 100% pure, its portion provides 2g of Taurine and does not contain Gluten.

Remember: be sure to supplement only when necessary, always consulting a Nutritionist or Doctor.

So, did you like the content and want to know more about it? Check out Dr Henry Okigami's class on our Youtube channel, where he tells you All About Taurine.

This class is unmissable as it has a wealth of information about this amino acid!