Effects of oral glutamine supplementation on lean body mass and strength: a systematic review of resistance-training trials
Candow DG, Chilibeck PD, Burke DG, Davison KS, Smith-Palmer T
Published in European Journal of Applied Physiology
Methodology
Six-week randomised double-blind trial of glutamine (0.9 g/kg lean tissue) versus maltodextrin placebo during resistance training in young adults
Key Findings
Both groups gained strength and lean mass with no significant difference attributable to glutamine.
Conclusions
Glutamine supplementation does not enhance strength or lean mass gains from resistance training in healthy adults.
Limitations
Small sample; short duration; well-nourished participants.
Supplements Studied
Glutamine supplementation during resistance training had no significant effect on muscle performance, body composition or muscle protein degradation.
Outcomes Measured
Glutamine supplementation during resistance training had no significant effect on muscle performance or body composition.
Study Details
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