Glycine (amino acid)
Simplest amino acid with profound calming effects — improves sleep quality (3g before bed), supports collagen synthesis, and acts as inhibitory neurotransmitter. Sweet taste (glycine = sweet in Greek). For sleep, joint health, and detoxification.
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Very safe. Sweet taste. GI upset at very high doses. Drowsiness.
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