Iron-Tek Glutamine Pure

Our assessment

The evidence shows that Iron-Tek Glutamine Pure is a supplement providing the amino acid glutamine. However, based on the data provided, we cannot assess the specific benefits or risks of glutamine itself. The only ingredient data available is for Calcium, which is not listed on the product label. For the intended ingredient, glutamine, data is not available for its mechanism, safety profile, or interactions. Our assessment is that you should be aware that the product's active ingredient is not supported by the data provided here.

How it works

This product is labeled as providing glutamine, which is an amino acid. However, the detailed mechanism of action for glutamine is not provided in the data. The only mechanism data available is for calcium, which supports bone mineralization and neuromuscular relaxation [NIH ODS]. Since calcium is not listed as an ingredient in Iron-Tek Glutamine Pure, we cannot apply this information to the product.

Safety profile

The FDA has received a total of 592,059 adverse event reports across all supplements, but no specific report count is provided for this product or its ingredient, glutamine [FDA data]. For the unrelated ingredient calcium, high intakes might increase the risk of heart disease and prostate cancer, and can cause constipation, nausea, weight loss, and abnormal heart rhythms [NIH ODS]. Because this data does not apply to glutamine, the safety profile for Iron-Tek Glutamine Pure is not available.

Our recommendation

Without specific data on glutamine from the provided sources, we cannot make a confident recommendation for Iron-Tek Glutamine Pure. The evidence shows that the product's primary ingredient is not covered by the available NIH ODS or FDA data. We recommend consulting your healthcare provider before starting this supplement, and seeking products with ingredients that have clear, data-backed benefits and safety profiles.

Supplement labels contain several key sections regulated by the FDA:

• Serving Size — The recommended amount per dose. Always check this — some products require multiple capsules per serving.
• Amount Per Serving — Shows the quantity of each nutrient in the product, typically in IU (International Units), mg (milligrams), or mcg (micrograms).
• % Daily Value (%DV) — Indicates how much a nutrient in a serving contributes to a daily diet. 5% DV or less is low; 20% DV or more is high.
• Other Ingredients — Lists inactive ingredients like fillers, binders, and capsule materials (e.g., gelatin, cellulose, magnesium stearate).
• Suggested Use — The manufacturer's recommended directions for taking the supplement, including timing and dosage.

Source: FDA Dietary Supplement Labeling Guide