Main benefits

The Synergy Effect:

L-Glutamine is the most abundant free amino acid in the human body, serving as a critical fuel source for the rapidly dividing cells of the immune system and the intestinal lining. It plays an essential role in maintaining the structural integrity of the gut mucosa, helping to support the tight junctions that form the intestinal barrier. While the body can synthesize L-Glutamine naturally, its stores can become rapidly depleted during periods of intense physical stress, rigorous training, or prolonged illness. By providing a direct, highly bioavailable supply of this conditionally essential amino acid, L-Glutamine creates optimal conditions for digestive recovery, robust immune function, and the maintenance of lean muscle tissue - working synergistically to support cellular resilience and deep constitutional vitality.

Connection to Traditional Chinese Medicine:

From a TCM perspective, the restorative and tissue-building nature of an amino acid like L-Glutamine aligns closely with the concept of nourishing Yin and Blood, particularly within the digestive tract. Yin represents the body's dense, cooling, and lubricating physical structures; when Yin Deficiency occurs - often due to chronic stress, overwork, or systemic depletion - the mucosal linings can become dry, thin, and prone to irritation (a state sometimes referred to as "Deficiency Heat" damaging the fluids). Because L-Glutamine directly nourishes the cells of the intestinal lining, it acts similarly to a Yin tonic for the Stomach and Intestines, helping to rebuild the physical matrix of the digestive barrier. Simultaneously, by supporting the Spleen's ability to extract and transport nutrients efficiently, it ensures that the body can generate the post-heaven Qi needed for recovery. This formula helps maintain the vital connections between structural integrity, soothing the internal mucosa, and the stable foundation of Yin that protects against the depleting effects of chronic stress.

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TCM traditional Chinese Patents do not work immediate, it takes some time before you (and your organs) will experiences the benefits. We advice always to use minimum 1 packing and then evaluate with your prescriber!
This product is a dietary (food) supplement, to be taken as directed by a qualified practitioner. It is not intended to treat, cure, diagnose or prevent any disease. Not to replace a varied diet. Not to be taken if nursing or if pregnant. Not to be consumed continuously for longer than 3 months.

Weinsch L-Glutamine (Yin Deficiency, Special) is based on the foundational principles of Orthomolecular Medicine and Evidence-Based Amino Acid Biochemistry, rooted in the modern scientific understanding of conditionally essential amino acids and their role in tissue repair, nitrogen transport, and intestinal integrity. L-Glutamine was identified through the development of amino acid chemistry in the 19th and early 20th centuries and later became recognized as the most abundant free amino acid in human plasma and skeletal muscle, particularly valued in clinical nutrition for its importance during periods of physiological stress, catabolism, and increased metabolic demand. Within scientific nutritional and gastroenterological literature, this specific free-form amino acid is described as a strategy to “support enterocyte fuel metabolism and intestinal barrier integrity,” “promote recovery of skeletal muscle and soft tissue through nitrogen donation and protein synthesis support,” and “help maintain immune and mucosal resilience during times of stress” in accordance with current biochemical, gastrointestinal, and metabolic theory. These descriptions belong to the modern empirical system of nutritional science and refer to the support of validated physiological mechanisms rather than the “nourishment of Yin fluids” or “replenishment of Essence” found in traditional energetic systems.

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Intestinal Permeability (Leaky Gut) — Nourishing Stomach and Intestinal Yin
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11471693/

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L-Glutamine is the preferred respiratory fuel for enterocytes (the cells lining the intestines). A 2024 systematic review and meta-analysis of clinical trials demonstrated that short-term oral glutamine supplementation (exceeding 30 mg/day) significantly reduces intestinal permeability and restores gut barrier function. This is critical for preventing the translocation of toxins and pathogens into the bloodstream, a core driver of systemic inflammation.


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Immune System Homeostasis — Tonifying Defensive (Wei) Qi
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/immunology/articles/10.3389/fimmu.2016.00503/full

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The immune system, particularly lymphocytes and macrophages, relies heavily on glutamine for proliferation and function. Clinical research shows that glutamine acts as an intermediary between the gut microbiota and the immune system. It stimulates the secretion of intestinal secretory Immunoglobulin A (SIgA), a critical antibody that neutralizes invading pathogens before they can breach the gut barrier.


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Muscle Recovery and Wasting — Nourishing Spleen Qi and Muscle Substance
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25811544/

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During intense stress or exercise, the body’s demand for glutamine outstrips its ability to produce it, leading to muscle catabolism (breakdown) to release stored glutamine. A double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study on healthy adults showed that oral L-glutamine supplementation significantly quickened the recovery rate of peak muscle force and profoundly diminished muscle soreness following eccentric exercise.

For L-Glutamine, take 1 tablets 2 times per day. These should be taken before a meal.

Total pieces in package: 90 tablets

Dosage: 1-3 tablets

Frequency: 2 times a day before a meal

Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. This supplement is not a substitute for a balanced diet.


Side effects

Mild gastrointestinal discomfort


Allergies

Individuals allergic to any of the herbal ingredients should avoid use. Discontinue immediately if any allergic reactions, such as rash, itching, or swelling, occur.

Amino Acid


Avoid medicine interactions

Anticonvulsants or Anti-Seizure Medications

Chemotherapy Agents

Lactulose (severe liver disease medication)


Precautions

Do not use if pregnant or breastfeeding.

Consult your herbalist or physician before use if you are taking other medications or receiving other medical treatments.

Keep out of reach of children.

Discontinue use if allergic reaction occurs.

Consult your herbalist or doctor before use if you have high blood pressure, or if you are children, old or very weak.

Only to be used by children under adult supervision.


Indemnification

This product is a dietary supplement, and should only be used as prescribed by a qualified acupuncturist, herbalist, phyto- or TCM therapist. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, prevent or cure any disease. Always consult a qualified doctor or healthcare professional before using this. A healthy lifestyle is important, as is a varied, balanced diet, for which supplements are not a substitute.

TCM traditional Chinese Patents do not work immediate, it takes some time before you (and your organs) will experiences the benefits. 1 packing adviced and then evaluate with your prescriber!

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