Taurine
Taurine is an amino acid that is naturally present in the body, and found in high concentrations in the heart and brain. Numerous studies have shown the benefits of taurine for heart health and cognitive performance.
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History of Taurine
Taurine was first discovered in 1827 by two French chemists, Jean Baptiste Boussingault and Henri Tincq, who used it as a meat preservative.
Taurine was first isolated from ox bile by German chemists in 1827.
Benefits of Taurine
Taurine helps maintain healthy muscles, nervous system and heart function. Taurine also plays a role in water balance and bile acid production.
Here are some of the ways that taurine can benefit your body:
- Improved cardiovascular health. In one study, people with high levels of taurine in the blood were less likely to develop heart disease than those with low levels. Taurine also has antioxidant properties, which means it may protect your cells from damage caused by free radicals—unstable molecules produced during normal cell metabolism that can cause inflammation and contribute to hardening of blood vessels, leading to stroke and heart attack.
- Protection against heart disease, stroke and diabetes mellitus type II (adult-onset diabetes). The same study found that participants who had high concentrations of taurine in their blood were less likely to have these conditions than those with lower levels. Scientists think this might be because taurine helps control blood sugar levels by lowering insulin resistance while improving function in the pancreas—the organ responsible for releasing insulin into our bloodstream so our cells can use glucose as energy or store it as fat when we eat too much carbohydrate food like breads, cereals or pasta products like spaghetti squash!
Safety of Taurine
Taurine is a naturally occurring amino acid that the body produces. It's also found in many foods, including meat, fish and dairy products. Taurine has been used as a supplement for many years and there are no known side effects.
Conclusion
In conclusion, taurine is a safe and effective supplement. It has been proven to help with heart health, anxiety, and diabetes as well as improve athletic performance. People who have been diagnosed with high blood pressure or heart disease should consult their doctor before taking this supplement.
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