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What is Taurine: effects and properties

What is Taurine: effects and properties

Taurine is an amino acid which is often used in supplements thanks to its stimulating properties. But is this really its function? The properties and beneficial effects of L-Taurine amino acid.
September 23, 2015
Sustamine: a new supplement for cellular hydration

Sustamine: a new supplement for cellular hydration

Alanyl-glutamine, better known as sustamine, is a dipeptide which binds glutamine and alanine, resulting in a very stable form with a high level of solubility: let's learn about its benefits
September 04, 2015
The difference between saturated, unsaturated and trans fats

The difference between saturated, unsaturated and trans fats

As one of the three macronutrients, fats play a vital role in the growth and development of the human body. They are involved in many physiological processes, and it is good to have an in-depth knowledge of them.
July 27, 2015
Cyclodextrins: the new frontier of carbohydrates

Cyclodextrins: the new frontier of carbohydrates

Highly branched cyclodextrins (HBCD), the evolution of the existent Vitargo, Waxy maize and Karbolyn, represent a new class of carbohydrate-based supplements, but what are the advantages to them?
June 25, 2015
Creatine in sports: use, benefits and side effects

Creatine in sports: use, benefits and side effects

An in-depth analysis of creatine, one of the most famous and commonly used active ingredients in sports, analysing its properties and effectiveness, directions for use, side effects and the differences between various types of creatine.
March 27, 2015
Glutamine: what does it do and when to take it?

Glutamine: what does it do and when to take it?

Glutamine is a very special amino acid because our body is able to produce it in cases of need. However, in cases of very intense stress such as heavy sports training it may be necessary to resort to a supplement.
March 12, 2015