Glycine – Pharmaceutical grade
Glycine from Greatlife is a pure, well-researched amino acid that occurs naturally in the body and plays an important role in supporting nervous system balance and the body’s recovery. Glycine is known for its calming and regulating properties and has traditionally been used to promote relaxation, improve sleep quality, and support mental calm. Glycine from Greatlife is a clean supplement, free from additives, toxins, and artificial substances.
- Pharmaceutical-grade glycine
- Well studied to improve sleep quality, sleep onset, and deep sleep
- Free from dairy, soy, sugar, gluten, and GMOs
- Free from artificial sweeteners, colorings, preservatives, hydrogenated oils, corn syrup, and magnesium stearate
- Dark glass jar free from BPA, phthalates, and other endocrine disruptors
- Manufactured under HACCP standards in the EU
- Suitable for vegans and vegetarians
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Glycine – Pharmaceutical grade
Pharmaceutical-grade glycine from Greatlife is the finest glycine we have found. It is a high-quality, well-researched amino acid sourced from Japan’s leading manufacturer of amino acids. Glycine plays a central role in nervous system balance and the body’s recovery processes. It has traditionally been used to support relaxation, sleep quality, and mental calm. Unlike simpler amino acid supplements, Greatlife’s glycine is characterized by exceptional purity and carefully selected raw materials. This supplement is pure and free from additives, toxins, and GMOs.
For best results, we recommend taking glycine in the evening, approximately 30–60 minutes before bedtime, when the goal is to support sleep and relaxation. Glycine can also be taken during the day when calming support or recovery is needed. The product can be used daily and is suitable both for short-term use and as part of a long-term routine to support the nervous system and recovery.
From a biological perspective, glycine functions as an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system, helping to reduce excessive nerve signaling. Glycine also plays an important role in collagen synthesis, thereby supporting connective tissue, joints, and muscles. In addition, glycine is involved in the body’s natural detoxification and recovery processes, including as a building block of glutathione.
Why glycine?
Glycine has several unique properties compared to many other amino acids and nervous system support nutrients:
Supports sleep and relaxation
- Glycine may help improve sleep quality and make it easier to fall asleep.
- It is often used to promote deeper, more restorative sleep.
Supports stress management and nervous system balance
- Glycine has a calming effect by reducing overactivity in the nervous system.
- It may contribute to greater mental calm during stress and inner restlessness.
An important building block for connective tissue and recovery
- Glycine is a key component of collagen, which supports joints, tendons, and connective tissue.
- It may support muscle and tissue recovery after physical exertion.
Premium-quality glycine
Greatlife’s glycine is a pure, premium-quality amino acid, free from dairy, soy, sugar, gluten, and GMOs, and without artificial sweeteners, colorings, preservatives, hydrogenated oils, corn syrup, or magnesium stearate. The product is supplied in a dark glass jar free from BPA, phthalates, and other endocrine-disrupting substances. Manufacturing takes place under strict quality and hygiene standards within the EU, and the product is suitable for vegetarians and vegans.
| Content per daily serving (3 capsules) | % of DRI | |
|---|---|---|
| Glycine (Pharmaceutical grade) | 2010 mg | * |
DRI = Daily Reference Intake
* DRI not established
Other ingredients
Vegetable capsule Vcaps® Plus (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose).
Directions
Take 3 capsules daily, 30 minutes before bedtime, on an empty stomach. If you have difficulty swallowing, the capsule can be opened and the contents sprinkled into water and consumed immediately.
Important information
Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Keep out of reach of children. Food supplements should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet. A balanced and varied diet and a healthy lifestyle are important. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature, protected from light. Do not expose supplements to direct sunlight, moisture, or heat. Consult your doctor before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a medical condition. Manufactured in the EU. Close the container tightly after use.
What is glycine?
Glycine is a naturally occurring amino acid that plays an important role in many of the body's biological processes. It is one of the simplest amino acids in the body but also one of the most functionally versatile. Glycine is involved in the regulation of the nervous system, the production of collagen, as well as in the body's detoxification and recovery processes. It is used to calm the body and to optimize sleep.
How does glycine work in the body?
Glycine acts as an inhibitory neurotransmitter in the central nervous system. This means it helps to dampen overactive nerve signaling and contributes to a more balanced activity in the brain. This can promote relaxation, sleep, and mental calmness. Glycine is also an important component in the body's protein synthesis and is used, among other things, in the formation of collagen and the antioxidant glutathione.
Can glycine help with sleep problems?
Glycine is often used to support relaxation and improve sleep quality. Research shows that glycine can help lower the body's core temperature slightly, which is a natural signal to the body that it's time to sleep. Many people find that glycine can help them fall asleep more easily and achieve deeper, more restorative sleep.
What role does glycine play for collagen and connective tissue?
Glycine is one of the most important building blocks in collagen, the body's most common protein. Collagen is found in skin, joints, tendons, ligaments, and connective tissue. Adequate levels of glycine are therefore important for tissue structure, recovery, and the body's repair processes.
Is glycine important for the body's detoxification system?
Yes, glycine is a central component in the formation of glutathione, one of the body's most important antioxidants. Glutathione plays a crucial role in the liver's detoxification processes and in protection against oxidative stress.
Can glycine contribute to recovery after exercise?
Since glycine is an important part of collagen structure and protein synthesis, it can support tissue repair and recovery after physical exertion. It is therefore sometimes used as a support for muscles, joints, and connective tissue.
When should one take glycine for best effect?
To support sleep and relaxation, glycine is recommended about 30–60 minutes before bedtime, preferably on an empty stomach. For other needs, such as support for recovery or nervous system balance, glycine can also be taken during the day.
What does Glycine from Greatlife contain?
Each daily dose contains 2010 mg of pure glycine divided into three capsules. The product contains no unnecessary additives, and the capsule is made of vegetable Vcaps® Plus (hydroxypropyl methylcellulose). It is developed with a focus on high purity and quality.
What makes Glycine from Greatlife particularly high quality?
Glycine from Greatlife consists of a very pure amino acid from one of the world's most established producers of amino acids. The raw material is carefully selected and meets pharmaceutical standards, which means extremely high purity and consistently high quality.
Is the product free from additives and allergens?
Yes, Glycine from Greatlife is free from dairy, soy, sugar, gluten, and GMOs. It also does not contain artificial sweeteners, colorings, preservatives, hydrogenated oils, corn syrup, or magnesium stearate.
How should glycine be stored?
The product is delivered in a dark glass jar that protects the contents from light and oxidation. The glass is free from BPA, phthalates, and other endocrine disruptors. Store the jar in a dry, cool place and keep it tightly closed.
Is Glycine from Greatlife suitable for vegetarians and vegans?
Yes, the capsule is completely plant-based and the product is suitable for both vegetarians and vegans.
Can glycine be taken daily?
Yes, glycine can be used daily. It can be taken both for occasional needs for support in relaxation and sleep, or as part of a more long-term routine for nervous system balance and body recovery.