Clinical research on **L-Glutamine** for gut health and immune support uses 5–15g per day — and getting there with this product takes real commitment. Each serving is three capsules delivering 1,500mg, with a suggested use of up to three servings daily. At maximum intake (nine capsules), you're at 4,500mg, which still falls just short of the 5,000mg clinical minimum.
The free-form L-Glutamine used here is the standard supplemental form with good absorption. No fillers or extras — just the amino acid in vegetable capsules, which keeps it straightforward if you're adding it to your daily routine.
The real tradeoff is pill burden versus dose. Nine capsules a day to approach a clinical dose is a lot to keep up with. If gut support or recovery is your goal, a powder format would let you hit effective doses far more practically.
Every active here is dosed below the amount studied to work. See how each one compares in the breakdown below.
Supports normal nitrogen metabolism; extra glutamine has not consistently improved exercise performance or muscle growth.
Magnesium StearateLubricant
A salt of stearic acid used as a lubricant in tablet and capsule production
Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder
Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements
Stearic AcidLubricant
Saturated fatty acid used as tablet lubricant
Microcrystalline CelluloseBinder
Plant-derived cellulose used as a binder and filler in supplements
On the label
Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement for adults, take three (3) vegetable capsules up to three times daily, between meals or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.
$13.49
Cheaper than 81% of 74 glutamine supplements
Sources & Scoring
Nutrient data (RDA, UL, and safety thresholds) sourced from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements and the National Academies Dietary Reference Intakes (DRI).
This is not medical advice. Consult a healthcare provider before making changes to your supplement routine.
The score analyzes what's on the label: ingredient doses vs. studied ranges, chemical forms, evidence levels, and known interactions. It does not verify label accuracy or test for contaminants — for that, look for third-party certifications like USP or NSF.
Not medical advice. Consult your healthcare professional.