Taurine improves glucose tolerance and insulin sensitivity both essential factors for healthy aging. Animal studies have shown that taurine can prevent the development of insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes by modulating the insulin signalling pathway. Human observational studies have linked higher taurine levels with better metabolic health markers.
How much, right? Yes it’ s always a question I get,“ how much and should I take more”. This, like with most supplementation, is largely individually specific. But as a guideline. Fat loss: 1.5 – 3 grams per day. Muscle recovery: 1 – 3 grams per day taken pre- and post-workout. Longevity / General health: 1 – 2 grams per day. Taurine is well tolerated. It is recognized as safe by the FDA, and doses up to 6 grams per day have been used in clinical trials without serious side effects. However, excessive doses are unnecessary and pushing the threshold of 6 g is maximum. Any more may potentially interact with certain medications or exacerbate underlying conditions, so it’ s always wise to consult with a healthcare provider.
Taurine is naturally found in MEAT! Particularly concentrated in red meat and decent amounts in shellfish and seafood. For all you Vegetarians and vegans out there you will have lower taurine levels, as plant foods contain little to none. Supplementation is your go to.
seeking metabolic health improvements.
There is no secret formula or potion, there are no shortcuts. In this time of overloaded information on the Internet, being confused with knowledge it’ s so important that we can weed through all of the noise and find things that actually work. Looking back over each of my articles, this is my intent of my purpose to help in any and always that I can. Provide information and tools so that we may live healthier, longer, stronger, more performance and recovery, efficient lives.
I love Taurine as an addition to our already natural, holistic health and nutrition plans. Taurine represents a safe, accessible, and scientifically supported option for enhancing physical performance and longevity when used correctly. So if you want to recover faster from workouts, shed fat more efficiently, or extend your healthy lifespan, taurine is an awesome addition for your arsenal of natural supplements. To each of you, I wish you the best, stay strong, healthy, disciplined, and dedicated to daily improvements. ALWAYS FORWARD.
I’ ve been taking Taurine for years, I recommend it and I see magnificent benefits personally and with clients. To recap, preventing age-related diseases, enhancing athletic performance, supporting fat loss in combination with exercise. With all these studies I listed above, I even found a few examining taurine’ s effects on cognitive health, immune function, and even telomere length, a biomarker of cellular aging. Remember my article“ tremendous telomeres”.
Taurine is a versatile compound with profound implications for fat metabolism, muscle recovery, and healthy aging. Its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and mitochondrial-supportive properties make it a valuable supplement for athletes, aging individuals, and those