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100 capsules, 700 mg Taurine, 50 mcg B-6
Other ingredients: gelatin, water, maltodextrin
BENEFITS OF TAURINE
* Natural Remedy for High Blood Pressure
* Boosts Antioxidant Defense
* Supports Immune Wellness
* Strengthens the Heart Muscle
* Stabilizes Heart Rhythm
* May Help Macular Degeneration
* Prevents Blood Clots
* Aids in Glucose Metabolism
* Works as a Natural Diuretic
* May Help Epileptics
* Supports Fat Digestion
* Supports Lung Health
TAURINE - A Natural Remedy
Defense 1-2 g
Stabilizing Heart Rhythm 1-3 g
Macular Degeneration 1-3 g
Natural Diuretic 1-3 g
Supporting Lung Health 1-3 g
Strengthening the Heart 1-4g
Natural remedy for lowering high blood pressure 1-4 g
Epilepsy 2-4 g
Supporting Glucose Metabolism 1-3 g
The above suggestions are for nutritional support only. They should
ideally be done with the guidance of a health care practitioner.
Taurine is a sulfur-containing amino acid that plays a myriad of roles
in promoting health. Dietary sources of taurine are meat and seafood,
especially shellfish such as muscles, clams and oysters. Those who do
not eat these foods regularly, especially vegetarians, may be at risk
for taurine deficiency. The scientific community is still in
disagreement as to whether humans make enough taurine in their own
metabolism to meet their needs. Also, elevated levels of homocysteine
are a sign that the body may be having difficulty making taurine.
Because taurine is essential for heart function, immune function,
glucose metabolism, and nervous system health, low levels of taurine
should be avoided and corrected with dietary changes
HEALTH FOOD -- Natural Diuretic
Taurine is one of the most important nutrients for promoting heart
health. Taurine strengthens the heart muscle and plays a major role in
regulating the heart's contractility.1 Taurine also acts as a natural
diuretic by keeping potassium and magnesium inside cells and keeping
excess sodium out. Such mineral balance is crucial for heart vitality
and overall wellness. However, unlike prescription diuretics, taurine
is not a cellular poison and it does not act against the kidneys. In
fact, taurine has been proposed for treatment of several kinds of human
kidney disorders.2 Also, by encouraging the excretion of excess fluid,
taurine helps to alleviate pressure on the blood vessels. Additionally,
taurine increases circulation and stabilizes blood pressure by
dampening the sympathetic nervous system, which when overactive
constricts blood vessels. Furthermore, taurine relieves muscle spasms
in the heart, another natural remedy to decrease high blood pressure.
HEART RHYTHM MAY BE A SIGN OF
Taurine helps promote a stable heart rhythm. Taurine should be thought
of whenever cardiac arrhythmias are present, because they may be caused
by a lack of taurine. Magnesium and potassium are also excellent heart
supporting nutrients that should be considered for patients with
arrhythmias. Nutritional support for arrhythmias and other heart
ailments should be done with medical supervision.
AIDS WITH SEIZURE DISORDERS
Taurine's calming effects on cell membranes make it useful in the
management of epilepsy. Research in animal studies has shown that
taurine has anticonvulsant action in seizures.3 A study showed
epileptics have less taurine than controls, and that some
anticonvulsant medication may actually affect the transport of taurine
in the body.4 Certain chemicals like monosodium glutamate (MSG) and
aspartame lower the body�s concentration of taurine, which may be one
reason why these food additives are associated with seizure activity.
Some practitioners have reported that those with seizure activity
remain free of seizures when taking taurine.5
The retinas in our eyes contain the highest concentration of
fats of any cells in the body. These delicate fats need antioxidant
protection provided by many nutrients, including taurine. A deficiency
of taurine increases damage to the retinas of both animals and
benefit for those with macular degeneration, though clearly more
IMMUNE SYSTEM HEALTH
Taurine is the most abundant amino acid in our white blood cells.
the shield these infection fighters use to protect themselves in their
battle against viruses, bacteria, and other invaders. When
taurine is lacking,
blood cells often won't fire at all, greatly weakening our body's
ability to protect
itself. Therefore, for optimal protection against colds, flus, and
problems, optimal taurine intake is recommended.
Taurine helps stabilize blood sugar in both Type I and Type II
diabetes. Taurine appears to do this by potentiating the activity of
the insulin receptor. For those with Type I diabetes, a daily dose 1.5
grams keeps blood sugar lower over the long term and reduces abnormal
platelet activity.8 For those with Type II diabetes, taurine improves
cellular sensitivity to insulin. Diabetics should use taurine under
medical supervision, as taurine may reduce the need for blood sugar
To break down fats, the body needs bile. Bile is made in the liver with
the help of glycine or taurine. With optimal taurine intake, bile
remains in a liquid state and is less likely to form gallstones.
Additionally, people with cystic fibrosis can digest fats more
successfully when taking taurine supplements. 9
Taurine plays an important role as an antioxidant in lung tissue.
Asthma attacks are diminished significantly when a daily 500 mg dosage
is taken as a lung aerosol.10
Few adverse reactions are associated with taurine supplementation. Most
people tolerate between 1 and 4 grams per day well. However, those with
ulcers should use taurine carefully because taurine may increase the
secretion of stomach acid. If you have a medical condition, please take
taurine with the guidance of your health care practitioner, as taurine
may change or reduce your need for certain medications.
THE DIETARY SUPPLEMENT PRODUCTS OFFERED BY PROHEALTHSOLUTIONS ARE NOT
INTENDED FOR USE BY CONSUMERS AS A MEANS TO CURE, TREAT, PREVENT,
DIAGNOSE, OR MITIGATE ANY DISEASE OR OTHER MEDICAL CONDITION.
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derivatives in genetic and chemically induced seizures. Prog Clin Biol
4. Collins BW, Goodman HO, Swanton CH, Remy CN. Plasma and urinary
taurine in epilepsy. Clin Chem 1988;34(4):671-5.
5. Robert C. Atkins MD. Dr. Atkins� Vita-Nutrient Solution. 1998:185.
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taurine are reduced in subjects with insulin- dependent diabetes
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decreases fecal fatty acid and sterol excretion in cystic fibrosis. A
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