Proteins are made up of amino acids - some are essential and some are classed as non-essential. Although Glutamine is a non-essential amino acid, it becomes conditionally essential at certain times, especially during stress or illness. It plays a large part in maintaining the health of the digestive tract and is particularly useful for those who are physically active. Naturally sweet, pleasant-tasting, easy-to-blend powder but also available in capsule form Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid in your body and is found within many body systems It becomes conditionally ’essential’ when your body is physically or mentally challenged Ideal during stressful times or convalescence or if physically active Suggested intakeTake between 1/4 teaspoon (900mg) and 11/4 level teaspoons (4.5g) stirred into cold water or juice and drink immediately or sprinkled onto cold food.