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Glycine 1000mg - 100 Capsules - Now Foods

Dietary Supplement

Free-form glycine, the essential amino acid for more restorative sleep, muscle recovery, and daily metabolic balance.
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Restorative Sleep Muscle Recovery 100 Capsules *discount on the RRP recommended by the manufacturer, producer, or supplier.
 
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The simplest amino acid with one of the most comprehensive roles in the body.

Now Foods Glycine provides 3000 mg per daily dose in free-form, the most bioavailable form, in vegetable capsules without gluten, soy, milk, or eggs. Essential for the production of glutathione, creatine, collagen, and hemoglobin, glycine also acts as a calming neurotransmitter in the brain, contributing to a more peaceful and restorative sleep. A solid foundation for those who want to support their body from the inside out.

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Glycine (Free-Form), 3g (3000mg)

Ingredients:

Hypromellose (cellulose capsule), hydroxypropyl cellulose, stearic acid (vegetable source) and silicon dioxide.

Allergen information:Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nuts or sesame. Produced in a Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.

What is Glycine?

Glycine is the smallest and simplest of the amino acids — and, for that very reason, one of the most versatile. It is present in practically all tissues of the human body and plays a central role in dozens of physiological processes, from the synthesis of structural proteins to the regulation of the nervous system.

Unlike other better-known amino acids, glycine is not considered "essential" under normal conditions — the body can produce it. However, the capacity for endogenous synthesis is often insufficient to cover actual needs, especially during periods of greater physical demand, stress, or aging. Supplementation, in these contexts, becomes a smart strategy well-supported by research.

What is it used for?

Glycine acts on multiple body systems simultaneously:

  • Sleep and nervous system— acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain, contributing to sleep quality and a sense of calm
  • Glutathione synthesis— the body's main endogenous antioxidant depends on glycine for its production
  • Collagen production— glycine is the most abundant amino acid in collagen, essential for skin, joint, and connective tissue health
  • Energy metabolism— contributes to glycogen storage, making glucose more readily available as energy
  • Synthesis of creatine, hemoglobin, and DNA— broad-spectrum structural and metabolic functions

Main benefits

  • ✅ Contributes to sleep quality and depth
  • ✅ Supports endogenous production of glutathione — the body's primary antioxidant
  • ✅ Essential for the synthesis of collagen, creatine, and hemoglobin
  • ✅ Contributes to energy metabolism via glycogen
  • ✅ Acts as a calming neurotransmitter — without sedation
  • ✅ Pharmaceutical grade | Free form | High bioavailability
  • ✅ Vegan | Gluten-free, soy-free, dairy-free, egg-free, fish-free, or nut-free

Directions for use: Take 3 capsules daily, preferably 30 to 60 minutes before bedtime, with water. Alternatively, you can spread the dose throughout the day according to individual goals.

Warning: Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied and balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle. Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Do not exceed recommended dosages. Store in a cool, dry place, away from light, heat and humidity. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult a doctor before taking this supplement. Do not use in case of hypersensitivity, allergy, or when interactions with other products are described for any of the formulation's constituents.


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Glycine acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system, contributing to the reduction of core body temperature — one of the physiological mechanisms associated with sleep onset. Several clinical studies have evaluated the effect of 3g of glycine before bed on subjective and objective sleep quality, with promising results. It does not have a direct sedative effect, so it can be taken without fear of dependence or residual drowsiness.