Friends, Below are a few links related to research published recently (6/8/23) in Science on the association between taurine levels and the aging process. This nutrient being frequently discussed in this forum, I thought they might be of interest. Common energy drink ingredient taurine ‘may slow ageing process’ Taurine linked with healthy aging Taurine deficiency as a driver of aging I for one was not aware of the association of aging with a decline in taurine levels. These results, of course, are largely not in humans, but nevertheless interesting . . . All best, Lance https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190941#msg-190941 Wed, 17 Jun 2026 22:24:56 +0000 Phorum 5.2.23 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,191093#msg-191093 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,191093#msg-191093 It's probably a matter of finding out what one's requirements are and what if any oversupply (of all proteins) would cause. From what i gather it would just turn to body fat but is this the whole story?
Many recommend around 1.6g of protein/1kg body weight. Wonder if that is to cover decreasing assimilation with age or not?

Anyway, i'm beginning to take some from now on since my age is advancing (73 now) even if it's just for belt and braces - can't see a downside.]]> Joe GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Tue, 20 Jun 2023 01:05:24 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,191083#msg-191083 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,191083#msg-191083 Here's a few clips from the intro segment of the Taurine product data sheet by Designs for Health.
If you'd like to read the entire report, send me a PM.
Jackie

" Taurine is a sulfur-containing amino acid with activity across a broad range of tissues including the cardiovascular
system, immune system, central nervous system, liver, reproductive system and skeletal muscle.1 Although not
incorporated into structural proteins, taurine is critical for numerous physiological processes. It is the most abundant
free amino acid in the heart, retina, skeletal muscle, brain, and leukocytes, and is present in high concentrations in
excitable tissues such as neurons, cardiac and skeletal muscles.2,3

Endogenously, taurine is derived from cysteine so it is not technically an
essential amino acid, but it is unknown whether endogenous synthesis
is adequate to meet the full need for taurine so it is considered semiessential. 2,4

Certain circumstances may increase the body’s demand for taurine, such as
intense exercise and long-term stress, and taurine levels decline in several tissues
during the aging process.4 Additionally, taurine is virtually absent from plant foods,
so vegetarians and strict vegans may benefit from supplementing with taurine.
Rich sources of taurine include beef, pork, dark meat poultry, seafood and shellfish,
with small amounts occurring in dairy products."

Benefits*:
• Supports healthy blood pressure
within the normal range
• Helps the body release excess water
• Promotes energy generation
in heart muscle cells and supports
a healthy heart rhythm
• Supports normal skeletal muscle function
• Supports normal glucose
metabolism and insulin sensitivity
• Required for bile synthesis—
facilitates proper digestion of fats
• Boosts antioxidant defenses
• Supports healthy nerve function

Taurine References (for this clip)
1. De Luca A, Pierno S, Camerino DC. Taurine: the appeal of a safe amino acid for skeletal muscle disorders. J Transl Med. 2015;13:243. doi:10.1186/s12967-015-0610-1.
2. Schuller-Levis GB, Park E. Taurine: new implications for an old amino acid. FEMS Microbiol Lett. 03;226(2):195–202.
doi:10.1016/S0378-1097(03)00611-6.
3. Takahashi Y, Hatta H. Effects of taurine administration on exercise-induced fatigue and recovery. J Phys Fitness Sports Med, 6 (1): 33-39 (2017). doi: 10.7600/jpfsm.6.33.
4. Schaffer SW, Jong CJ, Ramila KC, Azuma J. Physiological roles of taurine in heart and muscle. J Biomed Sci. 2010;17 Suppl 1(Suppl 1):S2. doi:10.1186/1423-0127-17-S1-S2.]]> Jackie GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 19 Jun 2023 16:22:32 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190981#msg-190981 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190981#msg-190981 Joe GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Tue, 13 Jun 2023 21:18:51 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190969#msg-190969 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190969#msg-190969 GeorgeN GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Tue, 13 Jun 2023 01:16:05 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190966#msg-190966 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190966#msg-190966 It's not just brain cells...so skim thru.
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Jackie]]> Jackie GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 12 Jun 2023 22:59:05 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190965#msg-190965 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190965#msg-190965
Good question. I'm not sure they say. Could be both less intake and poor absorption, could also involve less production, since our bodies are able, in theory, to produce some, if not enough. Uneducated guess: Probably all the above.

Lance]]> ln108 GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 12 Jun 2023 14:59:42 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190961#msg-190961 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190961#msg-190961 Meantime i'll go out and buy some:)-D]]> Joe GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Mon, 12 Jun 2023 01:12:05 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190953#msg-190953 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190953#msg-190953
Thanks for that reference. A rich and useful discussion. I recalled that you have contributed any number of important posts on taurine, but hadn't seen that "update".

Lance]]> ln108 GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sun, 11 Jun 2023 00:04:02 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190948#msg-190948 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190948#msg-190948
If you do a search in the Afibber's forum on Taurine, there's a number of helpful reports and posts that
elaborate on the benefits. Check the one titled 'update' from a year ago.

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Jackie]]> Jackie GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sat, 10 Jun 2023 20:00:13 +0000 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190941#msg-190941 https://www.afibbers.org/forum/read.php?10,190941,190941#msg-190941
Below are a few links related to research published recently (6/8/23) in Science on the association between taurine levels and the aging process. This nutrient being frequently discussed in this forum, I thought they might be of interest.

Common energy drink ingredient taurine ‘may slow ageing process’

Taurine linked with healthy aging

Taurine deficiency as a driver of aging

I for one was not aware of the association of aging with a decline in taurine levels. These results, of course, are largely not in humans, but nevertheless interesting . . .

All best,

Lance]]> ln108 GENERAL HEALTH FORUM Sat, 10 Jun 2023 15:22:43 +0000