Taurine
amino acid
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Overview
Conditionally essential amino acid involved in bile salt formation.
Interactions
Taurine is involved in regulating calcium and potassium flux across cell membranes, while magnesium is involved in maintaining the membrane potential.
Research status
A 2023 paper in Science reported that taurine levels decline with age. Further results come from animal models.
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Expert opinions
Dr. Strunz
Strunz names 1 to 3 g taurine daily. He notes that vegans frequently run low because dietary taurine comes almost exclusively from meat and seafood. Taurine is also involved in bile salt conjugation.
Recommended dose: 1–3 g
Source: Dr. Strunz
Current Research
A 2023 paper by Singh et al. in Science reported that taurine levels fall by about 80 % with age in mice, monkeys and humans. Intakes of 500 to 3,000 mg/day are considered safe based on long-term data from Japan. Human RCTs are underway.
Recommended dose: 500–3000 mg
Source: Current Research
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Subject of ongoing research. Considered safe at typical supplement doses of 500 to 2000 mg.