Information on L Glycine and Glycine Side Effects - Benefits of Glycine

Glycine aids in the manufacture of other amino acids and is a part of the structure of hemoglobin and cytochromes (enzymes involved in energy production). Research on human beings indicates that glycine enhances the secretion of acid in the stomach. Glycine has a calming effect and is sometimes used to treat manic depressive and aggressive individuals. Glycine produces glucagon, which mobilizes glycogen. It also inhibit sugar cravings.

Molecular Weight - 75.07

Occurence - 7.10 %

Glycine Deficiency Symptoms

Few people are glycine deficient, in part because the body makes its own supply of the non-essential amino acids, and because it is abundant in food sources.