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L-Glutamine Caps 500 mg

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Glutamine 500 mg
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Score72
The disclosed vitamin B6 addition may appeal to some users, but the low glutamine strength, rising B6 exposure with extra capsules, and limited value constrain higher-dose use.
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Quantity:100 Capsule(s) • (100 servings)
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Score 72

The disclosed vitamin B6 addition may appeal to some users, but the low glutamine strength, rising B6 exposure with extra capsules, and limited value constrain higher-dose use.
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$17.19($0.17 per serving)
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Analysis

One capsule supplies 500 mg of L-glutamine along with 8.5 mg of vitamin B6. Several capsules would be needed for a multi-gram glutamine intake, which would also multiply the vitamin B6 amount.

Both active amounts are disclosed, making the formula easy to evaluate. Added vitamin B6 may suit some users, but it reduces flexibility for people who already take B-complex products.

Cost per gram is relatively high for the modest glutamine strength. A single-ingredient powder or stronger capsule will be more practical for focused glutamine use.

Who is it for
  • People seeking a low glutamine amount with vitamin B6
  • People who prefer capsules
Best for
  • Low-dose combined use
  • Users without substantial B6 from other supplements

Pros

  • Glutamine and vitamin B6 amounts are disclosed
  • Capsules allow small glutamine increments
  • Simple two-active formula

Cons

  • Only 500 mg of glutamine per capsule
  • Added B6 limits flexible capsule scaling
  • Relatively weak cost efficiency

Warnings

  • Taking several capsules to raise glutamine intake also raises vitamin B6 exposure; account for B6 from multivitamins and B-complex products.

Nutrient quality

73 High impact

L-glutamine is standard and vitamin B6 uses basic pyridoxine rather than an active form; the glutamine amount is modest, while vitamin B6 is substantial for a supporting ingredient. The vitamin B6 amount is not acutely excessive but adds unnecessary long-term exposure for glutamine-focused use; glutamine fits the purpose, while vitamin B6 is only loosely supportive; vitamin B6 adds limited value to a focused glutamine formula.

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Ingredient transparency

77 High impact

Every listed active has a specific amount; no proprietary blend hides key doses. Both actives and the vitamin form are clear, though sourcing and purity details are missing; serving directions and inactive ingredients are not supplied.

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Customer satisfaction

70 High impact

The supplied aggregate average is favorable, though no individual feedback is available; the rating sample is moderate, but no individual feedback is supplied. Detailed feedback is absent, so repeated complaints cannot be assessed; real-world fit with the intended purpose remains uncertain.

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Value for money

65 Moderate impact

The added vitamin does not fully justify the price; the serving is costly for the glutamine amount. Vitamin B6 adds limited glutamine-specific value; simpler or higher-dose glutamine products are more competitive.

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Ingredients

IngredientAmount per serving
Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride)
8.5 mg
L-Glutamine
500 mg
Gluten Free Adults 18–50 Vegan Kosher Dairy Free Sugar Free Vegetarian
Report overview
Glutamine · 500 mg OverallScore56
B- Active Ingredient Quality & BioavailabilityD Dose, Safety & Label TransparencyD- Value

Standard L-glutamine is clearly identified, but the single-capsule amount is well below the preferred therapeutic range. Reaching a more useful daily amount would require several capsules. The cost per gram is relatively high despite the simple formula.

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