Category Archives: L-glutamate

Glycine and Glutamate Bind to the N-methyl-D-aspartate Receptor

Posted on October 20, 2023 by Robert Barrington

The N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor is present in the central nervous system where it has an excitatory effect on neuronal activity. A number of ligands exist for the NMDA receptor, and two of these include glutamate and glycine. Glutamate can bind … Continue reading →

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Glycine and Cysteine for Glutathione Synthesis?

Posted on August 28, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Cellular glutathione levels are associated with health. As people age their glutathione levels drop and this is associated with increased mortality. That is not to say that low levels of glutathione are the cause of mortality, but higher levels are … Continue reading →

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Lysine as a Glutamate Precursor

Posted on August 10, 2023 by Robert Barrington

Lysine is an essential amino acid in human nutrition. Lysine has a number of roles in human physiology and this may include a role in the central nervous system. One role that may relate to lysine is as a precursor … Continue reading →

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Thoughts on Post Workout Nutrition

Posted on July 1, 2015 by Robert Barrington
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Monosodium Glutamate Absorption

Posted on October 16, 2014 by Robert Barrington

Monosodium glutamate (MSG) is a food ingredient used as a flavour enhancer. Its popularity within the food industry stems from the fact that it can cause an increase in the appeal of certain foods and therefore increases the profits of … Continue reading →

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