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What is Betaine Anhydrous (TMG)?

Betaine Anhydrous, also called Trimethylglycine, or TMG, is an N-trimethylated form of the amino acid Glycine with a chemical structure similar to choline and is produced from sugar beets. We also carry Betaine HCL, which is essentially the same as this Anhydrous Betaine except with an added HCL group. The difference in taste between the Anhydrous and the HCL is tremendous! Whereas the HCL has an extremely sour taste and is highly acidic (often used as a digestive aid), this Anhydrous Betaine has a fairly mild taste that is far less acidic (not suitable as a digestive aid). Betaine Anhydrous will readily dissolve in hot water, and has a pleasantly mild, almost sweet, taste.

Betaine Anhydrous is a vitamin derived from choline. Betaine has been known to play a critical role in reducing blood levels of homocysteine, a toxic breakdown product of amino acid metabolism that is one of the main causes of atherosclerosis and osteoporosis. Although folic acid, vitamin B6, and vitamin B12 are the main nutrients involved in controlling homocysteine levels, TMG has been reported to be helpful in some individuals whose elevated homocysteine levels did not improve even after taking these other nutrients. Dietary sources with highest concentrations of Betaine Anhydrous include green leafy vegetables, spinach, cereal grains, seafood, legumes, wine and sugar beets.

What is Betaine Anhydrous (TMG) used for?

Betaine Anhydrous is used primarily for people who need to lower abnormally high homocysteine levels in their blood. Prior to using this product to treat any medical condition, consult your physician. Athletes who engage in serious strength trainings like powerlifters, strongman competitors, bodybuilders and other performance athletes who don’t get much results out of their creatine intake (Creatine non-responders) find it beneficial to take TMG together with Glycocyamine (a non-methylated precursor of the amino acid Creatine) to get the most out of their intense trainings by increasing lean muscle mass and enhancing performance.

Betaine Anhydrous is also used as a common livestock feed additive. Together with the amino acid L-Lysine, TMG is frequently used in the meat to significantly increase livestock muscle mass and marketable yields.

Who uses Betaine Anhydrous (TMG)?

Anyone free from medical complication and in good health, including athletes and members of the general population, can benefit from supplementing with betaine into their overall health regimen. This is also useful in times of stress, as stock betaine levels may not be enough to support optimal immune system function. Those who need to incorporate it into their health management strategy out of necessity manifest symptoms of deficiency which can include compromised gastrointestinal and liver function, decreased immunity, and abnormally high or unstable homocystine levels.

How pure is your Betaine Anhydrous (TMG)?

This food grade Betaine Anhydrous (TMG) is a bulk powder product consisting of very fine white granular crystals. You will receive a labeled heavy-duty 4 mil polyethylene bag containing 1.5 kilograms of this bulk powder product. One and a half kilograms is also one thousand five hundred grams, or 1500 grams, or approximately 3.307 pounds, or approximately 52.911 ounces by weight. If all you want is to get the most out of the health benefits made possible by TMG, buying this product in bulk is the best way do it. Buying in bulk is also your best bet for saving money because for sure you’ll pay more at a local nutrition store. Although TMG is a naturally occurring phytonutrient found in a variety of plants and animals. it can be difficult to eat enough of these foods to provide the body with sufficient amounts of TMG so supplementation may be necessary.

What are some of the common effects of Betaine Anhydrous (TMG)?

As a nutritional aide, betaine anhydrous has been shown to be effective to cause significant fat loss by promoting the oxidization of lipids. It has also been noted to increase appetite, and promote lean mass.

What is the daily suggested or recommended dose of Betaine Anhydrous (TMG)?

Dosage guidelines depend on factors like age and medical fitness, as well as individual needs. As a general rule of thumb in TMG dosage, children and adults can take two 3 gram doses daily, for a total of 6 grams per day. You can see the full bulk density/volumetric conversion chart for Betaine Anhydrous (TMG) here.

What kind of results do people anticipate while taking Betaine Anhydrous (TMG)?

TMG supplementation has been shown in clinical and non-clinical studies to support a healthy homocysteine level, which in turn supports healthy cardiovascular function. Bodybuilders and performance athletes frequently use TMG in combination with the amino acids Creatine Mono, Creatine Ethyl Ester, Creatine Ethyl Ester Malate, and especially with Glycocyamine for superior muscle mass gains. Also, Betaine Anhydrous is clinically proven to be effective in enhancing the human production of the amino acid Carnitine, a nutrient that helps the body turn fat into energy (or, more technically, it helps your cells metabolize ATP). Optimal levels of carnitine in the body leads to overall physical fitness, as any intake of fat will be efficiently used to fuel the functions of the body, which in turn translates to more energy.

Potential side effects of Betaine Anhydrous (TMG)

Possible side effects of TMG can include diarrhea, stomach upset (gastrointestinal irritation) and nausea. Although this product has no known interactions with medications, prior to intake users should still consult with a physician. This product is not recommended for diabetics, as well as for pregnant or nursing women unless they consult a physician prior to TMG administration.

Methods & Recipes of ingesting Betaine Anhydrous (TMG)?

Betaine Anhydrous is orally supplemented in the form of a powder. As a dietary supplement, take 1/2 teaspoon in juice or water 1 to 4 times daily, preferably with meals.

Taste, appearance, and solubility of Betaine Anhydrous (TMG)

This food grade Betaine Anhydrous is suitable for human consumption and/or animal consumption and has a mildly tart taste but mixes and dissolves readily with hot water.

Betaine Anhydrous (TMG) is used in the following Proprietary Formulas

BSN NO-Xplode, MuscleTech Cell-Tech Hardcore, Controlled Labs Purple Wraath, LG Sciences Lipotropic Protein, MRI Black Powder.

References & Further Research

Betaine supplementation decreases plasma homocysteine concentrations
The aim of the study was to examine the effect of betaine supplementation on body weight, body composition, plasmahomocysteine concentrations, blood pressure, and serum total and lipoprotein lipids. Results showed a hypoenergetic diet with betaine supplementation (6 g daily for 12 wk) decreased the plasma homocysteine concentration but did not affect body composition more than a hypoenergetic diet without betaine supplementation did.

The effect of oral betaine on vertebral body bone density
Betaine therapy significantly reduced mean plasma homocystine variable increases in plasma methionine with no adverse effects.

Betaine Anhydrous (TMG) for International Customers

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