Commonly found in a variety of meats, dairy products and eggs, the amino acid Taurine can be obtained from the diet in minimal amounts. Unfortunately, physical activity depletes our Taurine reserves faster than most people can produce it. As a result, vegetarians, athletes and individuals lacking meat in their diets are at the greatest risk for deficiency, and stand to benefit the most from supplementing this life-crucial nutrient. As a catalyst to general amino acid efficiency as well as one of the most abundant amino acids in the human body, Taurine has a number of useful health benefits. As a key constituent of bile acids, it helps the body absorb other nutrients with greater ease while moderating healthy cellular activity. It has also been known to exhibit antioxidant properties that may help protect macular regions of the eye. At the end of the day NOW® Taurine is an outstanding all-around supplement.
THis product really- REALLY - helps me to breath better- just 20 minutes after taking it, I can feel a slight, but significant relief/relax of lung/bronchial area. I don't know why- but I found it recommended for this from an old naturopathic book. My friend tried it and she noticed that it helped also, she was very thankful to find it. The air is polluted here with pesticides among normal city/seasonal pollution , and we both see a definite difference. I like to have it on hand for breathing. Also, if taken too much at once might cause a slight loose stool effect, but that didn't bother enough to not use, and I only noticed once, so it is a very slight side effect occasionally. (I take 1-2 at a time for breathing) Great product! PS: the NOW product of NAC also will thin phlegm and help sinus/lung clear out. THANKS to the NOW company for selections and fine quality products as reasonable prices!