L-glutamine
supplement · base score 0.7 · also listed as l-glutamine, glutamine
What is it?
L-glutamine is a supplement added for a specific benefit. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- supplement
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 0.7 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 7 products
- Also listed as
- l-glutamine, glutamine
Common questions about l-glutamine
Is L-glutamine good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain l-glutamine?
7 UK products list l-glutamine as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is l-glutamine called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: l-glutamine, glutamine. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade l-glutamine?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
What is L-glutamine in dog food?
L-glutamine is an amino acid, one of the building blocks of protein, that is sometimes added as a supplement. It occurs naturally in protein rich ingredients and can also be included as a pure amino acid.
Why is L-glutamine added to dog food?
Manufacturers may add L-glutamine because it is used by the cells lining the digestive tract. It is not an essential nutrient for all dogs but may be included in recipes marketed for digestive support.
