Glutamic Acid

Introduction

Glutamic acid or glutamate is one of the 20 most popular natural amino acids. It is acidic in nature. Glutamic acid is very essential for proper cell functioning, but it is not considered a very essential amino acid for consuming because it is usually built up by certain simpler compounds. These simpler compounds are amino acids ornithine and arginine. Glutamic acid is formed as a result of the biosynthesis of theses amino acids. Glutamic acid id found easily in high protein food including meat, poultry, fish, eggs and dairy products. This could also be extracted from certain protein-rich plant food.

The major purpose that glutamic acid serves is of improving mental capabilities because it is one of the most common excitatory neurotransmitter, which is the reason it is called .Nature’s Brain Food. One of the building blocks in protein synthesis, it is also known for its protective effects on the heart muscles of people with heart disorders. The prostate gland produces a fluid which also contains glutamic acid; this in return is responsible for the proper functioning of the prostate. According to a research, improvement was observed in the symptoms of men with benign prostatic hyperplasia upon given the dose of glutamic acid. When patients of angina pectoris were given intravenous injections of glutamic acid, they reported an increase in their exercise tolerance in addition to heart functioning. Glutamic acid is also said to be helpful in the control of alcoholism, healing of ulcers, alleviating fatigues, depression, impotence and treatment of schizophrenia and senility.

Protein is the major source of glutamic acid. Thus anyone sufficient in protein could not experience any deficiency of glutamic acid. Glutamic acid is generally found to be very mild without any side effects; however people with kidney and liver disorders are advised to consult a doctor before taking any supplements of glutamic acid. Same is the case with the patients of neurological disorders. Since glutamic acid is an excitatory neurotransmitter, it’s over stimulation may cause serious neurological disorders. So better stay aware!

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