L-Glutamine Powder/Capsules by Life Extension - Natural IGF Releaser

Recommended Dose:  5 gm (1 heaping teaspoon of l-glutamine powder) on an empty stomach before sleep and/or exercise (except in special cases mentioned throughout this article.  Also, some people take it before and/or, after exercise for recovery/repair, weight loss, and, as a natural IGF (insulin growth factor) stimulator.

Glutamine has a long history of curbing the desire for alcohol and sugar (simple carbohydrate).  Take 5-20 grams of l-glutamine per day when needed, between 2 and 3 grams at the onset of a desire for sugar and/or alcohol, and up to 40 grams per day for more serious concerns.

Editors Note:  Concerning addictions, an additional consideration is to use kudzu and d,l phenylalanine in association with l-glutamine for lessening the desire for alcohol and carbohydrates.  Lithium orotate also shows promise in the addictions arena.  There seems to be a synergistic relationship with all of these combined compared to any one single nutrient alone.  In addition, Anti-Alcohol Antioxidants, and Silymarin (Milk Thistle) Extract should be considered.  N-Acetyl L-Cysteine (NAC) appears to help with other addictions along with addictive behavior support.  Activated charcoal/bentonite clay is "the king" for detoxification of toxic substances and other poisons that can build-up in our bodies.