Wizard of Vitamins

Glycine Vitamin

What is Glycine?

Glycine is a nonessential amino acid used by the body to build proteins. It is present in considerable amounts in prostate fluid.

Glycine in Diets

Glycine is found in many foods high in protein, such as fish, meat, beans, and dairy.

Glycine Medicinal Treatments

Schizophrenia Benign prostatic hyperplasia

Known Consequences of Glycine Deficiency

Few people are glycine deficient, in part because the body makes its own supply of the nonessential amino acids.

Glycine Recommended Dosages

Healthy people do not need to supplement with glycine. A physician should be consulted before supplemental glycine is used for the support of serious health conditions.

Glycine Side Effects

No clear toxicity has emerged from glycine studies. However, people with kidney or liver disease should not consume high intakes of amino acids without consulting a healthcare professional. Certain medicines may interact with glycine. Refer to drug interactions for a list of those medicines.