Definition

A type of amino acid that is found in many proteins and is important for various functions in the body, including supporting the immune system and helping with muscle recovery.

Example

Athletes often take supplements that contain glutamine to help with muscle recovery after intense workouts.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of glutamine?

Yeah, I think it's an amino acid, right?

Exactly! It's actually really important for muscle recovery.

That makes sense, I should look into taking some.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Glutamine is formed from "glutamic" (from Latin *glutamicus*, meaning related to glutamate) and the suffix "-ine" (used to form names of substances). The word refers to a specific amino acid that is a derivative of glutamic acid.

Memory Tip

Think of 'glutamic' as relating to a specific substance, and remember that 'glutamine' is a type of amino acid derived from it.

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