Taurine
Taurine is a naturally occurring sulfur-containing amino acid that has been evaluated for use in cardiovascular conditions, diabetes, and for its CNS effects. Taurine has been shown to have potential benefits for human health, such as improving heart disease risk factors and enhancing various aspects of athletic performance. It may also offer a wide range of other potential health benefits, though supporting evidence is lacking.
In a single case study of a 2-year-old boy, taurine therapy (200 mg/kg/day) for 12 months improved social behavior, coordination, and activity. Taurine supplementation (2 g three times daily) with exercise can decrease DNA damage. Taurine has a strong safety profile, and serious adverse effects have not been reported with taurine supplementation.
The most common dosage range for taurine is 500–3,000 mg per day, and it is suggested that 3 grams per day can be consumed indefinitely without risk of side effects. Taurine is found in foods such as meat, seafood, and eggs.
Sources:
- https://www.webmd.com/vitamins/ai/ingredientmono-1024/taurine
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5933890/
- https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/what-is-taurine
- https://examine.com/supplements/taurine/
- https://www.drugs.com/npp/taurine.html
- https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8419774/
