NOW Foods Taurine
NOW Foods Taurine is an amino acid supplement sold as a pure powder or in capsules. Taurine is classed as a conditionally essential amino acid and is popular with gym-goers and general health shoppers alike.
Key features
- Taurine is not used to build protein; it is mostly found free in body tissues, including the nervous system
- Involved in moving potassium, sodium, calcium and magnesium in and out of cells
- Also found in the eyes and brain, where it works alongside glycine and GABA
- Choice of 500mg capsules or 1000mg double strength vegetable capsules
- Pure powder option for flexible measuring
The powder dissolves into drinks and lets you set your own amount, while the capsules are simple to take with you. The double strength capsules suit anyone who wants a higher amount in fewer capsules.
Available as 227g pure powder, 100 capsules of 500mg, and 100 or 250 vegetable capsules of 1000mg double strength.
Serving information
| Label shown for | 100 vcaps (1000mg Double Strength) (other sizes or versions may differ, so check the pack) |
| Serving size | 1 Veg Capsule |
| Servings per container | 100 |
Amounts per serving
| Ingredient | Recommended daily dose (1 Veg Capsule) |
|---|---|
| Taurine (free form) | 1 g |
Ingredients
Taurine (free form), Cellulose (capsule) and Stearic Acid (vegetable source). Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients. Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Recommended use
Take 1 capsule 1 to 2 times daily with juice or water, preferably between meals.
Suitability / allergen information
- Not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish or tree nut ingredients.
- Produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
Allergens are shown in bold in the ingredients.
Warnings and storage
For adults only. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication (including anti-hypertensive and diuretic medications), or have a medical condition (including hypotension). Keep out of reach of children.
Country of origin: United States of America. Information taken from the UK product label; always read the label on the pack before use.
Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle.
