Glycine 1000 mg Veg Capsules

Description

NOW Glycine 1000 mg Veg Capsules in Australia

Glycine is the smallest and simplest amino acid. NOW Glycine supplies it in free-form, meaning as a single amino acid rather than bound up in a protein, with 1000 mg in each vegetarian capsule. There are no flavours, sweeteners or added blends, just glycine and the capsule.

NOW is a family-owned US brand that has been making supplements since 1968. NOW Glycine is made and quality tested in the USA, with globally sourced ingredients.

• Per capsule: 1000 mg glycine (free-form)
• Serve: up to 3 capsules (3 g of glycine)
• 100 Veg Capsules: 33 serves of 3 capsules
• 250 Veg Capsules: 83 serves of 3 capsules
• Dietary: vegetarian, vegan, non-GMO, kosher

How to use NOW Glycine

• How much: take 1–3 capsules a day, as directed on the label.
• When: preferably on an empty stomach.
• Storage: keep the bottle in a cool, dry place once it’s opened, and out of reach of children.
• Adults only. Check with your doctor first if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, take medication or have a medical condition. Stop using it if you notice a reaction.

Ingredients

The only active ingredient is glycine (free-form). The other ingredients are hypromellose (the vegetarian cellulose capsule), hydroxypropyl cellulose, stearic acid (vegetable source) and silicon dioxide. Labels can change between batches, so check the bottle for the current ingredient list.

Allergens and dietary notes

• NOW Glycine is not manufactured with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients.
• It’s produced in a GMP facility that processes other ingredients containing these allergens.
• The capsule is plant-based, so it’s suitable for vegetarians and vegans.

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NOW Glycine FAQ

1. What is NOW Glycine? It’s free-form glycine, a single amino acid, in vegetarian capsules. Each capsule has 1000 mg of glycine.
2. Which size should I choose? Both bottles hold the same 1000 mg capsules. The 100-capsule bottle is 33 serves of 3 capsules, and the 250-capsule bottle is 83 serves, so it lasts about two and a half times as long.
3. How many capsules do I take? The label says 1–3 capsules a day, preferably on an empty stomach. Don’t go over the amount on the label.
4. Is NOW Glycine vegan? Yes. The capsule is made from hypromellose (cellulose), and the product is labelled vegetarian/vegan, non-GMO and kosher.
5. Does it contain gluten, dairy or soy? It isn’t made with wheat, gluten, soy, milk, egg, fish, shellfish, tree nut or sesame ingredients, but it’s produced in a facility that processes these allergens. If you have an allergy, check the label first.
6. Is it flavoured or sweetened? No. It’s a capsule with no flavours or sweeteners.
7. Can I take it if I’m pregnant or on medication? It’s for adults only. Check with your doctor first if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, take medication or have a medical condition.
8. Where can I buy NOW Glycine in Australia? Right here. Metabolic Performance is an Australian store that ships Australia-wide with Australia Post. Shipping is free on orders over $110.
9. Is it safe for athletes who are drug tested? Check the current label against the WADA list and Sport Integrity Australia’s guidance before using any supplement in tested sport.