Taurine is a type of amino acid that is found in many animals, including humans. It helps in the development and function of the brain and muscles.
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Infertility and poor growth in kittens are additional consequences
of taurine deficiency in cats.
Research indicates low levels of
taurine in the heart can lead to cardiomyopathy (heart disease).
Cats with
taurine deficiency can develop a heart issue known as dilated cardiomyopathy or DCM.
Bodybuilders have supplemented
with taurine for years for its ability to increase endurance and control water balance.
It is supplemented with prebiotics and probiotics for healthy digestion as well as added
taurine for heart and eye health.
You may, however, need
taurine supplements in times of injury, illness, physical exertion or if you are taking chemotherapy treatments.
It also
contains Taurine which has been shown to reduce muscle soreness the day after a tough workout when used in conjunction with BCAA's.
Plant proteins don't supply the essential amino acids that a cat needs, such
as taurine which come from animal protein.
One of the reasons I think this dog food is good for Boxers is that Blue Buffalo Wilderness actually go to the trouble of
adding taurine and l - carnitine to their recipe.
Dogs of these predisposed breeds that develop DCM may have their blood tested for
taurine levels.
Cat foods are made with cats» nutritional needs in mind and are fortified with amino acids
like taurine in order to keep your cat healthy.
Most mammals are able to manufacture
enough taurine from other amino acids to meet their needs.
Boxers
need taurine for optimum brain development as well as healthy functioning of the heart, allowing them to be as active as they please.
Not much information is available on the effects of
taurine on immune function in humans.
Taurine supports healthy eyes and heart, formulated to maintain the muscles and energy level of adult cats
Caution should be used if you are taking medications to lower your blood pressure, lower your body's sugar or cholesterol levels, Check with your physician before
taking taurine supplements if you are taking prescription medications for any of the above health conditions.
Promotes a healthy skin and coat with omega - 3 and 6 fatty acids, and vision and heart health with
essential taurine.
On top of all that, your energy rush is created by 1000
mg Taurine, 250 mg Caffeine (a 16oz Original contained just 160 mg!)
If taurine levels are deficient, the retinal cells of the eyes will eventually degenerate, impairing the vision.
In contrast to the cat, and similar to other omnivores, the dog has the ability to
make taurine from the sulfur amino acid precursors methionine and cysteine (Hayes, 1988), as well as vitamin A from β - carotene (Turner, 1934).
While there are no additional ingredients for joint health, this product does contain
additional taurine, making it a good choice to support your Chihuahua's heart function.
Also tuna
lacks taurine which is important for your cat's health.
The National Academy of Sciences (NAS) reveals protein from birds and fish
provide taurine, an essential amino acid necessary for optimizing many aspects of feline health, including vision, hearing, heart function and reproduction.
Coffee and conventional energy drinks mask your fatigue by jacking you up on sky - high doses of caffeine and an amino acid
called taurine.
This formula contains
supplemental taurine for eye health, Vitamin E for antioxidant support, and fresh produce as natural sources for key nutrients.
Certain types of heart disease may rarely be caused
by taurine or carnitine deficiencies.
(Lamb and rice dog foods seem to be associated with
low taurine in dogs, along with high fiber foods, dog foods that are very low in protein, and vegetarian diets.)
In fact, grain - free diets that are high in legumes have been noted to
cause taurine - deficient dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM) in golden retrievers.
Fortunately, dogs can produce their
own taurine if provided with the right dietary building blocks.
Furthermore,
taurine reduces blood pressure and lowers cholesterol by improved bile flow, plus stops the adhesion of platelets7.
COLOSTRUM TRYPTOPHAN ARGININE SPIRULINA CHONDROITIN
TAURINE GLUCOSAMINE METHIONINE GLUTAMINE RED YEAST RICE PANTOTHENIC ACID TURMERIC / CURCUMIN
Veterinary cardiologists are spreading the word
about taurine and DCM in dogs, and researchers such as Dr. Stern are piecing together data to get a clearer picture about this problem.
Research has shown that supplementation of
taurine increases muscular performance, exercise capacity, reduces lactate acid concentration during exercise, muscle damage and oxidative stress after exercise *.
However, if you are pregnant, nursing or taking prescription drugs consult your health care provider before taking
extra taurine.
The protein is sourced mainly from deboned chicken and chicken meal, which is a good source of those heart - healthy
nutrients taurine and l - carnitine.
The 1g dose of
taurine found in 1 scoop of CELL - TECH ™ HYPER - BUILD ™ is clinically shown to improve performance in endurance athletes.
One study showed no significant correlation between
dietary taurine intake and body composition improvements among obese adults.