supplement · Tracked item
Taurine
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2 recommendations across 2 experts · 2 episodes
2 endorse
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Organic (prompted)
Amino acid that declines with age; supplementation may support brain function, especially in plant-based eaters.
“taurine seems to help quite a bit with brain function
BG▶ 36:50Dosage1–3 g/dayCaveatsLimited human trials; mostly anecdotal.Certaintyhedgedrecommendation -
In a protocol
Taurine may improve endurance, strength, power acutely, and reduce DOMS/muscle damage; take pre-workout.
“Taurine has been shown to improve endurance performance
TD▶ 45:40Dosage1–6 g/day, 1–2 hours before trainingCaveatsMild GI distress; case reports of seizures in youth from high-dose energy drinks (causality unclear)Certaintyhedgedrecommendation