Betaine Anhydrous
Betaine Anhydrous is a chemical compound that is used as a dietary supplement and prescription drug. It is used to treat high levels of homocysteine in the blood, liver disease, depression, osteoarthritis, congestive heart failure, and obesity. Betaine Anhydrous is also used to boost the immune system and improve athletic performance.
Here are some benefits of Betaine Anhydrous:
- Lowers homocysteine levels: Taking Betaine Anhydrous by mouth lowers homocysteine levels in the blood of some people. High levels of homocysteine are associated with heart disease and stroke.
- Improves athletic performance: Betaine Anhydrous has been shown to improve muscle endurance and increase power output during exercise.
- May improve liver function: Betaine Anhydrous has been shown to improve liver function in people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.
The recommended dosage of Betaine Anhydrous is up to 6 grams daily. However, it is important to take dietary supplements only under the supervision of a knowledgeable healthcare provider. Some potential side effects of Betaine Anhydrous include nausea, stomach upset, diarrhea, and body odor. It can also raise total cholesterol levels, so people who are overweight or have heart disease should not take it without talking to their provider. People with kidney disease should not take Betaine Anhydrous without consulting their healthcare provider.
There are several case studies regarding the benefits of Betaine Anhydrous. For example, human intervention studies showed no adverse effects with 4 g/day supplemental administration of betaine in healthy subjects. The majority of case studies of homocystinuria patients treated with Betaine Anhydrous for Oral Solution have been pediatric patients, including patients ranging in age from 24 days to 17 years old.
