NOW Foods L-Glutamine 1000mg

NOW Sports · Capsule · 1000 mg

Price/day

€0.18

Dose

1000 mg

Servings/pack

120

Pack price

€22.00

Transparency Index

7.4/10

Recommended Convenient capsules for targeted glutamine phases when powder isn't practical.

Rating breakdown

Evidence for ingredient 6.0/10

Glutamine can help with gut stress and recovery; evidence for healthy individuals is mixed.

Value for money 7.0/10

€0.18/day for 1 g is solid, especially given the convenience of capsules.

Product quality 8.0/10

NOW uses vegan capsules, tests for contaminants, and declares Non-GMO.

Label honesty 8.0/10

Full disclosure of excipients and a clear dosage recommendation.

Third-party testing 7.0/10

GMP-certified, but no dedicated sport certification.

Product Description

Each serving delivers 1 g of free-form crystalline L-glutamine in a plant-based capsule. Aimed at athletes looking to support gut barrier, recovery, and immune function without measuring powder.

What We Like

1 g per capsule: Makes precise dosing easy
Non-GMO: No genetically modified raw materials
GMP production: NOW Sports meets US GMP standards
Travel-friendly: Capsules instead of loose powder

What We’re Missing

More expensive than powder: Significantly higher cost per gram than bulk glutamine
Limited evidence: Benefits for healthy individuals are not well established

Usage Recommendation

2–4 capsules daily on an empty stomach or right after intense sessions with water. For digestive support, take 2 capsules morning and evening.

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Ingredient dossier

Glycine is the smallest amino acid, required for glutathione, collagen, and creatine. In GlyNAC form, it shows promise for aging markers in older adults.

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