Dosage - Vitamins, NutrientsAlpha Ketoglutarate (AKG)
Alpha Ketoglutarate (AKG) DosageOnly intravenous AKG has been used in research studies; no reliable information about desirable oral amounts is available. Vitamin E
Vitamin E DosageThe recommended dietary allowance for vitamin E is low, just 15 mg or approximately 22 International Units (IU) per day. The most commonly recommended amount of supplemental vitamin E for adults is 400 to 800 IU per day. However, some leading researchers suggest taking only 100 to 200 [...] Amino Acids Overview
Amino Acids Overview DosageNutrition experts recommend that protein, as a source of amino acids, should account for 10–12% of the calories in a balanced diet. However, requirements for protein are affected by age, weight, state of health, and other factors. On average, a normal adult requires approximately 0.36 grams of protein [...] 5-Hydroxytryptophan
5-Hydroxytryptophan DosageIn a controlled trial, 5-HTP (300 mg per day) was shown to be effective in reducing many symptoms of fibromyalgia, including pain, morning stiffness, sleep disturbances, and anxiety. For depression, 300 mg per day is often effective, though much [...] Arginine
Arginine DosageMost people do not need to take extra arginine. While some people with serious infections, burns, or other trauma should take arginine, appropriate amounts must be determined by a doctor. Levels used in research vary considerably (2–30 grams per day). [...] Branched-Chain Amino Acids
Branched-Chain Amino Acids DosageMost diets provide an adequate amount of BCAAs for most people, which is about 25–65 mg per 2.2 pounds of body weight. Athletes involved in intense training often take 5 grams of leucine, 4 grams of valine, and 2 grams of isoleucine per day to prevent muscle loss and increase muscle gain, though most [...] L-Carnitine
L-Carnitine DosageMost people do not need carnitine supplements. For therapeutic use, typical amounts are 1–3 grams per day. It remains unclear whether the propionyl-L-carnitine form of carnitine used in congestive heart failure research has greater benefits than the L-carnitine form, since limited research in both animals and humans with the more [...] Cysteine
Cysteine DosageMost people do not need to supplement with cysteine. Almost nothing is known about appropriate supplemental levels, in part because almost all clinical research has been done with N-acetyl cysteine and not cysteine itself. Phenylalanine
Phenylalanine DosageDLPA has been used in amounts ranging from 75–1,500 mg per day. This compound can have powerful effects on mood and on the nervous system, and therefore DLPA should be taken only under medical supervision. LPA has been used in amounts up to 3.5 grams [...] Glutamic Acid
Glutamic Acid DosageHealthy people do not need to take glutamic acid as a supplement; for those who do use this amino acid, appropriate amounts should be determined with the consultation of a physician. More: Page 1 | Page 2 | Page 3 | Page 4 | Page 5 | Page 6 | Page 7 | Page 8 | Page 9 | Page 10 | Page 11 | Page 12 | Page 13 | Page 14 | Page 15 | Page 16 | Page 17 | |
