Glycine is an amino acid that represents the default structure of amino acids. Besides being a precursor of creatine in the body, glycine has a stimulating effect of red blood cell production, What has proved beneficial in physical exercises, aerobic in particular. According to some studies also seems to contribute to the increase of nitrogen oxide (nitric oxide).
However the glycine has another effect, recently researched in clinical trials, that is related to sleep. This amino acid has proven to, When taken at bedtime, decrease the amount of time needed to get to sleep and improve sleep patterns (including the REM), enabling the next day a greater well-being and mental acuity with increased ability to work and training. This activity of glycine on sleep, contributes to a better production of bovine somatotrophin (growth hormone). The studies were carried out using dosages between the 2 and 3 grams two hours before bedtime.
Author > Eduardo Ribeiro, CEO scientist Department | Quality control| Research and Development- Biogal, Biologia de Portugal Lda.
