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WHY GLYCINE?

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Beyond just a sleep aid, this amino acid plays a crucial role in optimizing fasting and metabolic health. Discover why we made it a cornerstone of FAST's formula

BODY COMPOSITION

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accelerate fat loss

Glycine enhances fat metabolism by supporting lipolysis, the process of breaking down stored fats for energy. During caloric restriction, this translates into a 14% increase in fat loss compared to fasting alone ⁽¹⁾

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muscle preservation

Glycine supplementation is linked to increased resistance, strength, muscle regeneration, growth, and decreased fatigue post-exercise. It can also reduce muscle protein breakdown by 27% during caloric restriction ⁽¹⁾. Glycine works to preserve your strength and muscle mass, even when fasting ⁽²⁾.

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Antioxidant powerhouse

Beyond fat loss and muscle preservation, glycine enhances glutathione production, your body’s master antioxidant, which combats oxidative stress and supports cellular health ⁽³⁾.

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better sleep

Glycine is a natural sleep enhancer that promotes deeper, more restorative rest. Research has shown its ability to improve sleep quality, making it a powerful tool for optimizing recovery and overall well-being ⁽⁴⁾.

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improved daytime alertness

The improvement in sleep naturally contributes to better mental clarity and concentration during the day. Glycine has also been shown to enhance energy while reducing daytime sleepiness and fatigue ⁽⁴⁾.

REFERENCES

1: Caldow MK, et al. Glycine supplementation during calorie restriction accelerates fat loss and protects against further muscle loss in obese mice. Clin Nutr. 2016 Oct;35(5):1118-26. doi: 10.1016/j.clnu.2015.08.013. Epub 2015 Sep 25. PMID: 26431812.

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2: Ramos-Jiménez, A. et al. An Update of the Promise of Glycine Supplementation for Enhancing Physical Performance and Recovery. Sports 2024, 12, 265.

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3: Díaz-Flores M, et al. Oral supplementation with glycine reduces oxidative stress in patients with metabolic syndrome, improving their systolic blood pressure. Can J Physiol Pharmacol. 2013 Oct;91(10):855-60. doi: 10.1139/cjpp2012-0341. Epub 2013 Jun 17. PMID: 24144057.

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4: Bannai M, et al. The effects of glycine on subjective daytime performance in partially sleep-restricted healthy volunteers. Front Neurol. 2012 Apr 18;3:61. doi: 10.3389/fneur.2012.00061. PMID: 22529837; PMCID: PMC3328957.

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