A study published in the journal "Food & Function" showed that taurine, an amino acid that is abundant in the human body, may play an important role in maintaining health as we age.
Scientists analyzed data from experimental and clinical studies that examined the effect of taurine on metabolism, inflammation, and age-related changes, and found that this compound participates in the functioning of mitochondria, the cellular "powerhouses," helps fight oxidative stress, regulates the level of calcium inside cells, and affects fat metabolism in the body. In addition, taurine can reduce the activity of inflammatory processes, which are considered one of the main factors of body aging.
The study authors point out that the body’s natural synthesis of taurine and what it obtains from food is usually sufficient to support basic health, but the results of clinical trials show that taking additional doses of this substance, ranging between 1 and 6 grams per day, may improve the body’s metabolic capacity and support mitochondrial function without noticeable side effects.
According to researchers, taurine could become a promising ingredient for personalized nutrition aimed at preventing age-related and metabolic diseases.
Taurine is an organic acid that has several important roles in the human body. It is considered one of the essential components of cell membranes, as it regulates the transport of nutrients across cell membranes and provides them with protection against toxins. It also plays a major role in improving liver functions through its formation of bile acids and detoxifying substances, as it is the main component of bile acids secreted by the liver.
