Designs for Health

OCTOBER 26, 2023

It has been shown that L-glutamine, an amino acid, is vital for maintaining a healthy gut barrier function. The health of the gut barrier's mucosal epithelium is critical for proper digestion and absorption of essential nutrients. Glutamine is a conditionally essential amino acid.

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Designs for Health

JUNE 22, 2023

Obesity is a public health concern that can negatively impact overall health, including promoting unhealthy inflammatory responses and affecting cardiometabolic , gastrointestinal (GI), endocrine, and immune health. Furthermore, glutamine supports healthy lipid and carbohydrate metabolism.

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Designs for Health

JUNE 1, 2023

The bidirectional communication between the gut and the brain, known as the gut-brain axis , plays a vital role in the human body. Optimal brain function may promote optimal gut function, and vice versa. In this interconnected relationship, L-glutamine may play a unique role in supporting this communication.

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Designs for Health

MARCH 29, 2024

Autoimmune diseases are multifactorial , influenced by genetic predisposition, environmental factors, and, notably, the health of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and gut microbiome. The intricate connection between immune and GI health has been extensively studied in recent decades.

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Designs for Health

JANUARY 3, 2024

Anecdotal reports suggest that detoxification may support overall weight management by promoting toxin removal. While the liver works to detoxify the body every day, 'detox' plans are short-term and must be well-managed to promote metabolic detoxification or biotransformation and (equally as important) to avoid causing harm.

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