Natural Factors L-Glutamine 1000 mg is the 60-capsule bottle of the brand's micronized L-glutamine, with a full gram in every vegetarian capsule. Helps to assist in muscle cell repair after exercise. At the label dose of 5 capsules a day it covers 12 days, which makes it a handy size for trying glutamine or for a gym bag.
What L-Glutamine 1000 mg is licensed for
It is licensed for sale by Health Canada and bears NPN 80118633. The licence also lists:
Helps restore plasma glutamine levels depleted after periods of physical stress (e.g. prolonged exhaustive exercise).
Helps support digestive system health after periods of physical stress.
Helps support immune system health after periods of physical stress.
Athletic support.
Workout supplement.
What is in each capsule
Each capsule holds 1000 mg of L-glutamine as its only medicinal ingredient. The non-medicinal ingredients are carbohydrate gum, magnesium stearate, purified water, silica and stearic acid, inside a vegetarian capsule.
L-glutamine is an amino acid. Your body makes its own, and you also take it in from meat, fish, eggs, dairy and legumes. The front label calls this a free form amino acid, meaning a single amino acid on its own, not bound into a protein. Natural Factors makes it by fermentation and then micronizes it, which means it is milled to a very fine particle size. The bottle reads Micronized L-Glutamine.
Natural Factors lists the formula as suitable for vegetarians and vegans, and non-GMO.
How it compares
Product
Per capsule
Count
This bottle
1000 mg
60 vegetarian capsules
Natural Factors Micronized L-Glutamine 1000 mg
1000 mg
150 vegetarian capsules
Natural Factors L-Glutamine 500 mg
500 mg
60 vegetarian capsules
NOW L-Glutamine 1000 mg
1000 mg
120 vegetarian capsules
The 150-capsule bottle is the same capsule in a month-sized count. If you would rather scoop than swallow, Natural Factors also makes a Micronized L-Glutamine Powder.
How to take it
Adults take 1 capsule 5 times a day, or as a health care practitioner directs. Spread the five capsules through the day, for example around meals and training. Consult a health care practitioner prior to use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep out of the reach of children. The full directions and cautions are under How to Take.
Who it suits
Adults who train hard or for long stretches and want glutamine in capsule form. The 60-count is a sensible first bottle before committing to the larger size.
Natural Factors L-Glutamine 1000 mg FAQ
How long does a 60-capsule bottle last?
12 days at 5 capsules a day.
Is it the same capsule as the 150-count bottle?
Yes. Both hold 1000 mg of micronized L-glutamine per vegetarian capsule.
What does micronized mean?
The glutamine is milled into a very fine powder before it goes into the capsule.
Is it vegan?
Yes. Natural Factors lists it as suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
