Glatamine may be taken sublingually for more potent effect. Weight Control and Glutamine Glutamine plays an important part in maintaining proper blood glucose levels and the right pH range. The body has a special mechanism for maintaining pH homeostasis. When the pH of the blood is too acidic, more glutamine is directed to the kidneys, where a certain variant of glutamine causes the release of bicarbonate ions to correct acidosis. But when the pH is too alkaline, more glutamine effects the liver, where a different kind of metabolism releases hydrogen ions to correct the high alkaline levels.
Glutamine inhibits sugar cravings, reduces insulin resistance, and high blood sugar.
It helps prevent hypoglycemia which is especially important to diabetics. Glutamine is easily converted to glucose when blood sugar is low, thereby raising overall energy levels, especially for proper brain function. Heart Function and Glutamine Glutamine is essential for the health of the cardiovascular system. The action of the heart is significantly controlled by the nervous system. The neural pathways involved in the control of cardiovascular function depend on glutamate and GABA from Glutamine.