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Perhaps you’ve heard about taurine (l-taurine) and have wondered what it is and how it can help you.
Let’s examine the benefits, cautions, and best taurine supplement you should take…
What Is Taurine?
Taurine is a vitamin-like, conditionally essential nutrient that’s concentrated in electrically active tissues such as the retina, heart, and brain.
A powerful amino acid, taurine helps protect against calcium overactivity, which can lead to the destruction of brain cells. Taurine is essential for healthy mitochondria, the tiny energy generators in all our cells. It also promotes optimal performance of the GABA and glutamate transmitter systems.
Taurine supports healthy blood flow to the brain, is a powerful antioxidant, and is essential for the health of every cell in the body. It’s also beneficial for the adrenal glands, which are crucial for coping with stress.
The standard American diet provides 120-180 milligrams of taurine daily.¹
Taurine and Aging
Your body naturally produces taurine, but levels gradually decline over time. This decrease may contribute to several factors of biological aging, including reduced mitochondrial efficiency and increased oxidative stress.
Taurine plays a key role in cellular energy production, brain communication, and cardiovascular system function. Lower levels of taurine have been associated with reduced metabolic efficiency and disruptions in brain signaling. Supporting taurine levels may help your body maintain resilience at the cellular level as you age.
Taurine and Cardiovascular Health
One of taurine’s well-established benefits is its role in supporting cardiovascular health. Taurine helps support healthy blood pressure,² cholesterol metabolism, and cardiac rhythm, and may help protect blood vessels from oxidative stress.
Taurine enhances the production of nitric oxide, a signaling molecule that promotes blood vessel relaxation. This helps improve vascular tone and support healthy blood pressure levels.
Taurine In Energy Drinks
Taurine can act as a stimulant to help enhance mental and physical performance. As such, taurine is commonly added to energy drinks to boost their energizing effects.
According to the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, consuming an energy drink can increase daily intake of taurine 6 to 16 times (around 750 mg per 8-ounce serving).³ When paired with caffeine in energy drinks, taurine can increase heart rate and blood pressure, which may lead to serious health risks.
When you’re low on energy and need a pick-me-up, resist the urge to reach for a beverage loaded with caffeine, sugar, and other harmful ingredients. Instead, consider taking…
BrainMD’s Taurine Supplement
BrainMD’s Taurine supplement delivers a clinically researched dose (1000 mg) of taurine to help restore what your body naturally loses with age.*
Benefits of Taurine
- Supports brain signaling and cognitive performance*
- Promotes cellular energy and healthy aging*
- Supports healthy blood pressure and circulation*
- Helps maintain metabolic efficiency and insulin sensitivity*
- Supports a calm, balanced nervous system*
- Helps maintain electrolyte balance*
- Supports cardiovascular function*
Taurine Ingredient
Taurine
1000 mg
Taurine is a conditionally essential amino acid concentrated in the brain, heart, and muscles. It supports cellular energy production, neurotransmitter balance,⁴ and cardiovascular function.* Taurine also plays a role in regulating calcium signaling, oxidative stress, and metabolic processes, making it a key nutrient for whole-body health and longevity.*
Taurine FAQ
Why do I need taurine if my body already makes it?
Your body naturally produces taurine, but levels tend to decline with age and can be lower during periods of stress or poor diet.* Supplementing helps restore healthy levels, especially when your body can no longer produce taurine efficiently.*
Will this supplement make me feel calm or sleepy?
Taurine helps support a balanced nervous system and may promote a sense of calm.* It doesn’t typically cause drowsiness and can be taken any time during the day.*
Who should take Taurine?
Adults looking to support brain health, cardiovascular function, metabolic balance, or healthy aging may benefit from taking Taurine, especially individuals 40+ or those who consume a plant-based diet.*
Can I take this with other supplements?
Yes. BrainMD’s Taurine pairs well with other brain and heart-support supplements such as the Omega-3 Power.*
Is this product vegan and clean?
Yes. This formula is vegan and free from artificial colors/flavors, gluten, dairy, and soy.*
Who shouldn’t take this product?
If you’re pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition, it’s recommended that you consult your healthcare provider before using this product.*
What Our Experts Say About BrainMD’s Taurine Supplement:
“As we age, levels of key nutrients like taurine decline. Supporting those levels can be an important part of maintaining brain function, energy, and overall health.”
- Dr. Daniel Amen | Founder, Amen Clinics & BrainMD
“Taurine is an amino acid that is known for its impact in promoting cardiovascular, brain, and metabolic health—which can all help to support healthy aging. BrainMD’s Taurine supplement provides the clinically researched and science-backed formulation of taurine to ensure a product that is both high quality and highly effective.”
- Dr. Nicole Avena | Chief Science Officer, BrainMD
Lean Into Taurine
BrainMD’s Taurine supplement provides a clinically researched dose of taurine that helps promote cognitive performance and healthy aging.*
Also, it supports cardiovascular health, metabolic balance, and long-term cellular resilience.*
Try Taurine today!
At BrainMD, we’re dedicated to providing the highest quality supplements to improve your physical health and overall well-being. For more information about Taurine and our full list of brain healthy supplements, please visit us at BrainMD.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This content is for informational purposes only. It is not meant to substitute for medical or healthcare advice from a physician, nor is it intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before beginning a new health regimen.
References:
¹Laidlaw, S. A., Grosvenor, M., & Kopple, J. D. (1990). The taurine content of common foodstuffs. JPEN: Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition, 14(2), 183–188.
²Sun Q, Wang B, Li Y, et al. Taurine Supplementation Lowers Blood Pressure and Improves Vascular Function in Prehypertension: Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Study. Hypertension. 2016;67(3):541-549.
³Caine, J. J., & Geracioti, T. D. (2016). Taurine, energy drinks, and neuroendocrine effects. Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine, 83(12), 895–904. https://doi.org/10.3949/ccjm.83a.15050
⁴Wu JY, Prentice H. Role of taurine in the central nervous system. J Biomed Sci. 2010;17 Suppl 1(Suppl 1):S1. Published 2010 Aug 24. doi:10.1186/1423-0127-17-S1-S1.
