Taurine is a semi-essential amino acid that plays a specialized role as an ion and pH buffer in the body, and is also an antioxidant. Free form amino acid, high purity, well tolerated.

High concentrations of this amino acid are found in the heart muscle, white blood cells, skeletal muscle, and central nervous system. It is a building block of all the other amino acids and a key component of bile. It is vital for the proper utilization of sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium. It has a protective effect on the brain and is associated with zinc in maintaining eye function.

Taurine is found in eggs, fish, meat, and milk; it is not found in vegetable proteins.

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