Taurine
The overall rating for taurine is 1.9 out of 3 meaning there is some evidence that this supplement does some (not all) of what it claims. Using this supplement may lead to some improvements.
Table of Contents
- Simple Report
- Detailed Report
- Overall Effectiveness Rating
- Research Rating
- Products Containing Taurine
- Claim Ratings
- Dosing
- References
Taurine Simple Report
Taurine Detailed Report
Overall Effectiveness Rating
The overall effectiveness rating for taurine is 1.9 out of 3. This rating means the evidence is mixed on the supplement's ability to deliver positive results. While some of the research supports its use, other evidence does not. Using this supplement may lead to positive results. Note, this effectiveness rating is for taurine as a whole; there are also individual ratings for the claims below.
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Research Rating for Taurine
There are 11 studies in the database on taurine; the research rating is 35. A score above 80 means the effectiveness rating for this supplement is reliable. A score under 80 means there is insufficient evidence to ensure a reliable effectiveness rating. Note, this research rating is for taurine as a whole; there are also individual ratings for the claims below.
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Products Containing Taurine
| Products Names | Amount of Taurine |
|---|---|
| GTS Pre-Workout | Amount not listed. |
| Granite Essential Aminos | 750mg |
| Signature Amino Plus Energy | 500mg |
| Amino Tide | 1g |
| Horizen Energy Nutrients | 200mg |
| Full list of all 1248 products containing Taurine. |
Claim Ratings
The overall ratings above are an average of the individual claim ratings below. Individual claims may have higher or lower ratings compared to the supplement's overall rating. For example, some supplements may have excellent backing for one claim, but be completely useless for another. Click on a claim below for more information.
| Body Composition (weight, muscle, body fat) Claims | Effectiveness Rating | Research Rating |
|---|---|---|
| increase fat burning |
| Performance Claims | Effectiveness Rating | Research Rating |
|---|---|---|
| improve cardiovascular endurance | improve running performance | improve sprint performance | decrease fatigue | increase strength | improve cycling sprint performance |
| Cardiovascular Health Claims | Effectiveness Rating | Research Rating |
|---|---|---|
| lower blood pressure |
| Recovery Claims | Effectiveness Rating | Research Rating |
|---|---|---|
| improve recovery | reduce muscle damage | reduce muscle soreness |
Dosing
The Supplement Database includes 4 studies on taurine dosing. These studies indicate an effective dose is 6 grams per day. For a more detailed dosing analysis visit: Supplement Dosing for Taurine.