Amino of the week; Glutamine;

This week's amino of the week should be no stranger to anyone who has been working out for a while and has done even a small amount of research on the subject of aminos and the recovery phase of working out. L-glutamine is an amino probably best known for its ability to aid in recovery from the harsh environment of a brutal workout. But it is also known for;
1. Glutamine aids muscle growth by increasing levels of the bcaa leucine in muscle fibers.
2. It also helps decrease muscle breakdown.
3. It also helps the immune system function and stave off diseases.
4. Taken before workouts, it can help to decrease muscle fatigue by buffering lactic acid.
5. It also boosts GH levels.
6. Recent research has shown that glutamine can increase the amount of calories and fat burned at rest and during exercise.
Dosing; Go with 5 to 10 grams of glutamine 30 t0 60 minutes before workouts, immediately after workouts and 30 to 60 minutes before bed.
I use a glutamine powder as it is much easier to get 5 grams from one teaspoon than to try and swallow the same amount in 500 milligram capsules, again, the vitamin shop sells its own version of the powder and its is not very expensive but so worth it!