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    Taurine

    Taurine is a conditionally essential amino acid with powerful neuroprotective and cardiovascular benefits. A 2023 Science paper demonstrated significant lifespan extension across multiple species, sparking renewed interest.

    7h half-life 30min onset water-soluble budget

    Quick Facts

    Common Dose

    1000mg

    Dose Range

    500โ€“3000mg

    Frequency

    once or twice daily

    Half-Life

    7 hours

    Onset

    30 min

    Duration

    8 hours

    Cycling

    Not required

    Legal Status

    legal

    How It Works

    Taurine activates GABA-A and glycine receptors, regulates calcium homeostasis in neurons, protects against glutamate excitotoxicity, and acts as an osmolyte and antioxidant.

    Neurotransmitter Pathways

    GABAGlutamate

    Effects & Benefits

    Neuroprotection
    Anxiolysis
    Cardiovascular support
    Sleep quality
    Anti-aging
    Exercise recovery

    Dosing Guide

    Beginner
    500mg
    Standard
    1000mg
    Advanced
    3000mg

    โš ๏ธ Start low and increase gradually. Individual responses vary.

    Side Effects & Safety

    Potential Side Effects

    Very rare at standard doses

    Contraindications

    Very few โ€” extremely safe

    Drug Interactions

    Lithium (may increase excretion)

    What the Community Says

    "Massive Reddit resurgence after the 2023 Science lifespan paper. Widely considered one of the safest and most underrated supplements."

    very positive

    Based on analysis of r/Nootropics, r/StackAdvice, and r/biohackers

    Research & Evidence

    Taurine deficiency as a driver of aging

    2023 โ€” Science

    Taurine supplementation increased lifespan by 10-12% across mice, worms, and monkeys.

    PubMed

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    Cycling Protocol

    No cycling required โ€” can be taken daily.

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