L-Glutamine

xo ashley · 06-28-2009, 07:18 PM

Ok, so lately I've wanted to eat just to eat. Lately, being the past couple of days. Apparently my appetite is back, and I'm not happy.

I know a lot of people have said they used L-Glutamine for appetite suppressing, so I picked some up today.

Anyone who uses it, does it really work... or do you think, it's more of a placebo effect? I've researched and found a couple articles online, but I'm not able to find more. I'm gonna continue searching this site, but my internet sucks and search doesn't come up. Gr.

Any personal stories/experience?

Remykins · 06-28-2009, 07:24 PM

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Mayberryfan · 06-28-2009, 08:36 PM

I started taking it because someone said it would reduce carb cravings. Unfortunately I live with people who love to bake and insist on having cakes, cookies, or pies in the house at ALL times.

Anyway, I found L-glutamine to not just cut carb cravings, but cut my appetite for anything. So, if I'm having a stressful day or I know I'm going to be somewhere where there is a lot of temptation, I'll pop one or two l-glutamine tablets. I don't take them daily, although I can't see what the harm would be.

Works wonders for me!! Good luck!

OurLuvsFromAbove · 06-28-2009, 08:45 PM

didn't work for me.. but i know it helps alot of others..
the only thing it helped me with is muscle soreness after a long workout..

kissesfromaudra · 06-29-2009, 02:10 AM

I don't believe there is any proof it works. I know there have been studies that have shown it to help, but there hasn't been enough to prove it works. I take it and it will help me sometimes, and other times if the cravings are really bad, not at all. You will have to try it and see what it does for you. Even if it is a placebo effect, if it cuts your cravings, who cares!

binga · 06-29-2009, 03:09 AM

I used it and it totally works ,happy to know about it .
I dont crave at all.

xo ashley · 06-29-2009, 03:45 AM

thanks everyone :-) i'm sold!

Josuanna · 06-29-2009, 04:11 AM

Hello,

I tried it and it REALLY got me going, the worst cravings I ever had, it doesn't work for some, and it's obviously counterproductive for others..

DiamondDeb · 06-29-2009, 03:17 PM

It does work great for most people. Timing and dosage are important.

There's lots of good info in the thread Bad Cravings? Try this!.

Houston Heather · 06-29-2009, 03:52 PM

DH LOVES it when he's coming down with a cold.

I generally just eat protein when I have cravings, which isn't often because I'm really paranoid about my diet.

DiamondDeb · 06-29-2009, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Houston Heather

DH LOVES it when he's coming down with a cold.

I generally just eat protein when I have cravings, which isn't often because I'm really paranoid about my diet.

What do cravings have to do with being paranoid about your diet?

Houston Heather · 06-29-2009, 07:10 PM

I am very paranoid about not eating anything that gives me cravings, if I can help it.

Recently I JUST added in grapefruit, for instance, after ensuring it wouldn't cause any cravings. Cravings, for me, are a death knell.

I'm in vending!

All I have to do is reach forward and grab the salty/sugary/frosted goodness and all 62 pounds will rush back to my hips and waist!

That's why I'm paranoid. As long as I don't cheat, I seem to be OK. I just eat more protein and fat when I'm hungry.

I just got over a 2 day migraine, and got up at 2 AM, no nap today, so I apologize for incoherence. I'm waiting on some clothes to dry.

Sharis · 06-29-2009, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Houston Heather

I'm in vending!

All I have to do is reach forward and grab the salty/sugary/frosted goodness and all 62 pounds will rush back to my hips and waist!

Bless you. I would never survive that. No way. No how.

DiamondDeb · 06-29-2009, 07:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Houston Heather

I am very paranoid about not eating anything that gives me cravings, if I can help it.

Recently I JUST added in grapefruit, for instance, after ensuring it wouldn't cause any cravings. Cravings, for me, are a death knell.

I'm in vending!

All I have to do is reach forward and grab the salty/sugary/frosted goodness and all 62 pounds will rush back to my hips and waist!

That's why I'm paranoid. As long as I don't cheat, I seem to be OK. I just eat more protein and fat when I'm hungry.

I just got over a 2 day migraine, and got up at 2 AM, no nap today, so I apologize for incoherence. I'm waiting on some clothes to dry.

Not all cravings are caused by what we eat.

Mayberryfan · 06-29-2009, 07:58 PM

Quote:

I just got over a 2 day migraine, and got up at 2 AM, no nap today, so I apologize for incoherence. I'm waiting on some clothes to dry.

Oh Heather, you have my sympathies! Migraines are HORRIBLE. Used to have them all the time, especially in the summer. All kinds of prescription meds...nothing helped much. I kept reading and decided that mine were caused by an electrolyte imbalance. I quit drinking so dang much Diet Coke, and began taking calcium, magnesium and potassium every day as though my life depended on it. No more migraines for me! Haven't had one in 7 years.

Obviously, I'm no doctor, so please check with yours if you decide to try this. All I can say is that it works for me!

riley19 · 07-10-2009, 10:06 PM

Hello. I just joined this board as I came across it the other day during a google search for l-glutamine and chromium supplementation. I bought some powder l-glutamine along with 200mcg chromium tablets. I tried this for a couple of days but unfortunately I'm not getting much result. I will keep at this until both bottles are empty, hopefully it will start to really kick in.

Can someone tell me the brands and dosage they are taking?

I'm using the l-glutamine powder by Jarrow Formulas. I take 2grams for each dosage.

DiamondDeb · 07-11-2009, 04:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by riley19

Hello. I just joined this board as I came across it the other day during a google search for l-glutamine and chromium supplementation. I bought some powder l-glutamine along with 200mcg chromium tablets. I tried this for a couple of days but unfortunately I'm not getting much result. I will keep at this until both bottles are empty, hopefully it will start to really kick in.

Can someone tell me the brands and dosage they are taking?

I'm using the l-glutamine powder by Jarrow Formulas. I take 2grams for each dosage.

Check the link in my post #9 above. It gives info on dosage & timing of the supplements. Both are very important.

Most plain glutamine brands should be fine. Jarrow is a good brand.

riley19 · 07-12-2009, 09:01 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DiamondDeb

Check the link in my post #9 above. It gives info on dosage & timing of the supplements. Both are very important.

Most plain glutamine brands should be fine. Jarrow is a good brand.

Thanks Diamond,

I think part of the problem is that I was taking the chromium between meals instead of with meals. Being I am hypoglycemic, it probably was dropping my blood sugar to low because I was getting those dull headaches.

I just doubled my dose from 2gs to 4gs and I feel an instant head rush where as with only 2 I wasn't feeling a thing. I hope this works.

stellamystar · 07-15-2009, 10:37 AM

If I am consistent w/ taking it (2-3X day, daily) it really helps me. If I'm on and off, it does not matter. It's kind of weird - it just turns "off" something in my brain.

06-28-2009, 07:18 PM	#1
xo ashley Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 512 Gallery: xo ashley Stats: 145127117 (6/14/09) WOE: Atkins Start Date: 02/01/2009	L-Glutamine Ok, so lately I've wanted to eat just to eat. Lately, being the past couple of days. Apparently my appetite is back, and I'm not happy. I know a lot of people have said they used L-Glutamine for appetite suppressing, so I picked some up today. Anyone who uses it, does it really work... or do you think, it's more of a placebo effect? I've researched and found a couple articles online, but I'm not able to find more. I'm gonna continue searching this site, but my internet sucks and search doesn't come up. Gr. Any personal stories/experience?

06-28-2009, 08:36 PM	#3
Mayberryfan MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Alabama Posts: 2,298 Gallery: Mayberryfan Stats: 255/204/150 WOE: PPLP Start Date: June 6, 2007	I started taking it because someone said it would reduce carb cravings. Unfortunately I live with people who love to bake and insist on having cakes, cookies, or pies in the house at ALL times. Anyway, I found L-glutamine to not just cut carb cravings, but cut my appetite for anything. So, if I'm having a stressful day or I know I'm going to be somewhere where there is a lot of temptation, I'll pop one or two l-glutamine tablets. I don't take them daily, although I can't see what the harm would be. Works wonders for me!! Good luck! __________________ Celeste ~~~~ Protein and spice and everything nice. That's what Low Carbers are made of! http://mayberryfan.blogspot.com/

06-29-2009, 07:10 PM	#12
Houston Heather Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Houston Posts: 8,779 Gallery: Houston Heather Stats: 228/169/160 Waist: 42/31.5/31 WOE: Atkins 2002 Ongoing Weight Loss/pre maintenance Start Date: Feb 26, 2008 (second and last time)	I am very paranoid about not eating anything that gives me cravings, if I can help it. Recently I JUST added in grapefruit, for instance, after ensuring it wouldn't cause any cravings. Cravings, for me, are a death knell. I'm in vending! All I have to do is reach forward and grab the salty/sugary/frosted goodness and all 62 pounds will rush back to my hips and waist! That's why I'm paranoid. As long as I don't cheat, I seem to be OK. I just eat more protein and fat when I'm hungry. I just got over a 2 day migraine, and got up at 2 AM, no nap today, so I apologize for incoherence. I'm waiting on some clothes to dry. __________________ Don't just weigh, measure too! I'll be praying for you! (James 5:16) "From the beginning, you have made a refreshing jug of lemonade from all the lemons that life pitched your way."Zer "Look at you! You're a walking picnic!" - looking in my purse Learn about Bipolar Disorder Learn about Fetal Alcohol Syndrome I have tested thee in the furnace of affliction - Isaiah 48:10 Perplexed, but not in despair; persecuted, but not abandoned; struck down, but not destroyed 2 Cor. 4:9

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06-28-2009, 07:24 PM	#2
Remykins MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2009 Location: Mpls, MN Posts: 1,033 Gallery: Remykins Stats: 125/120 WOE: Low carb, JUDDD Start Date: May 6th 2009	I would like to know the answer to this as well. Bookmark.

06-28-2009, 08:45 PM	#4
OurLuvsFromAbove Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Brooklyn Ny Posts: 4,537 Blog Entries: 4 Gallery: OurLuvsFromAbove Stats: 180/137.6/130 (orig 227) 5'8 WOE: Low Carb Start Date: Low carb living a few yrs now..	didn't work for me.. but i know it helps alot of others.. the only thing it helped me with is muscle soreness after a long workout..

06-29-2009, 02:10 AM	#5
kissesfromaudra Senior LCF Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 365 Gallery: kissesfromaudra Stats: Size 16/12 & some 10' s/4 WOE: Low carb Start Date: June 2009	I don't believe there is any proof it works. I know there have been studies that have shown it to help, but there hasn't been enough to prove it works. I take it and it will help me sometimes, and other times if the cravings are really bad, not at all. You will have to try it and see what it does for you. Even if it is a placebo effect, if it cuts your cravings, who cares!

06-29-2009, 03:09 AM	#6
binga Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: south Posts: 808 Gallery: binga Stats: 211/171/145 WOE: low carb	I used it and it totally works ,happy to know about it . I dont crave at all.

06-29-2009, 03:45 AM	#7
xo ashley Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Posts: 512 Gallery: xo ashley Stats: 145127117 (6/14/09) WOE: Atkins Start Date: 02/01/2009	thanks everyone :-) i'm sold!

06-29-2009, 04:11 AM	#8
Josuanna Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Palatinate, Germany Posts: 115 Blog Entries: 1 Gallery: Josuanna Stats: 180/150/140 WOE: Atkins Start Date: May 2006	Hello, I tried it and it REALLY got me going, the worst cravings I ever had, it doesn't work for some, and it's obviously counterproductive for others..

06-29-2009, 03:17 PM	#9
DiamondDeb Fat Burning Machine Extraordinaire! Join Date: Jun 2002 Posts: 53,207 Gallery: DiamondDeb	It does work great for most people. Timing and dosage are important. There's lots of good info in the thread Bad Cravings? Try this!.

06-29-2009, 03:52 PM	#10
Houston Heather Big Yapper!!!! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Houston Posts: 8,779 Gallery: Houston Heather Stats: 228/169/160 Waist: 42/31.5/31 WOE: Atkins 2002 Ongoing Weight Loss/pre maintenance Start Date: Feb 26, 2008 (second and last time)	DH LOVES it when he's coming down with a cold. I generally just eat protein when I have cravings, which isn't often because I'm really paranoid about my diet.

07-10-2009, 10:06 PM	#16
riley19 Junior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Savannah, GA Posts: 2 Gallery: riley19 Stats: 320/320/170 WOE: former atkins dieter, not on a plan at this time	Hello. I just joined this board as I came across it the other day during a google search for l-glutamine and chromium supplementation. I bought some powder l-glutamine along with 200mcg chromium tablets. I tried this for a couple of days but unfortunately I'm not getting much result. I will keep at this until both bottles are empty, hopefully it will start to really kick in. Can someone tell me the brands and dosage they are taking? I'm using the l-glutamine powder by Jarrow Formulas. I take 2grams for each dosage.

07-15-2009, 10:37 AM	#19
stellamystar MAJOR LCF POSTER! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Missouri Posts: 1,291 Gallery: stellamystar Stats: -7.6 (goal - 67.4) WOE: South Beach Start Date: I start every day	If I am consistent w/ taking it (2-3X day, daily) it really helps me. If I'm on and off, it does not matter. It's kind of weird - it just turns "off" something in my brain.