2 de mayo de 2011

GLUTAMATE or GLUTAMIC ACID: functions and effects / Glutamato o Ácido glutámico: funciones y efectos



Chemical formula C5H9NO4

It is an amino acid and an important neurotransmitter; The most abundant of the human organism; Is found especially in the brain.

Functions and effects

It produces, among others, the following positive effects:

It has antioxidant qualities
Strengthens the immune system
Stimulates DNA synthesis as well as cell growth and function
It also stimulates NMDA receptors (N-methyl-D-aspartate)
Stimulates and strengthens brain functions, increasing memory and learning ability
It influences a good functioning and increase the energy potential of many organs of the human body (heart, liver, kidneys, stomach, intestines, etc.)


Negative effects:

An excessive concentration of glutamate in the body - usually due to inappropriate dosages of supplements - can produce negative effects and influence pathologies such as alzahimer, epilepsy, latirism, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and also in certain neurodegenerative processes caused by head trauma Or stroke

Consumption of hormones or neurotransmitters may interfere with other medications or, if doses are not adequate, produce negative side effects.
The doctor or specialist should always be consulted beforehand.
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