5/4/2025
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Overview
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 21 Researches
8
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 16 Reviews
7.9
Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1/4 Level Teaspoon (approx. 1 g)
Amount Per Serving
%DV
Taurine (Free-From)
1 g (1,000 mg)
*
Top Medical Research Studies
9
We explored how taurine can protect heart tissue during and after ischemia. In our study with isolated rat hearts, we compared three different treatment timings: no treatment, taurine before ischemia, and taurine right after.
The results showed that giving taurine after ischemia led to a remarkable improvement in heart function and less damage compared to both the control and pre-treatment groups. This suggests that taurine can be beneficial in minimizing heart injury, especially when administered immediately after blood flow is restored.
The results showed that giving taurine after ischemia led to a remarkable improvement in heart function and less damage compared to both the control and pre-treatment groups. This suggests that taurine can be beneficial in minimizing heart injury, especially when administered immediately after blood flow is restored.
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9
We explored how taurine supplementation affects heart disease, particularly in the context of iron overload. Our study found that giving taurine to mice with excess iron led to a 45% increase in taurine levels in the heart.
This resulted in lower mortality and improved heart function, heart rate, and blood pressure. Additionally, we saw less damage to heart tissue and reduced oxidative stress. Overall, taurine might be a helpful dietary supplement for tackling heart issues related to iron overload.
This resulted in lower mortality and improved heart function, heart rate, and blood pressure. Additionally, we saw less damage to heart tissue and reduced oxidative stress. Overall, taurine might be a helpful dietary supplement for tackling heart issues related to iron overload.
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9
Taurine mitigates heart disease effects
We investigated taurine's impact on heart disease through long-term treatment in hamsters with hereditary cardiomyopathy.
Our study revealed that a 122-day taurine treatment significantly reduced heart hypertrophy and early death in both male and female hamsters.
Interestingly, previous short-term treatments seemed to show a sex difference, but we determined this was due to more severe heart issues in females, not actual sex dependency.
Overall, we recommend long-term taurine therapies to effectively prevent heart remodeling and premature mortality in this condition.
Our study revealed that a 122-day taurine treatment significantly reduced heart hypertrophy and early death in both male and female hamsters.
Interestingly, previous short-term treatments seemed to show a sex difference, but we determined this was due to more severe heart issues in females, not actual sex dependency.
Overall, we recommend long-term taurine therapies to effectively prevent heart remodeling and premature mortality in this condition.
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Most Useful Reviews
9
90% improvement
8 people found this helpful
At a particularly stressful time, my heart would skip beats. Since using this product, I've experienced a 90% improvement in my arrythmia symptoms, which has been a real relief.
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9
Boosts heart wellness
3 people found this helpful
I absolutely love this product! The packaging and ingredients are fantastic and the quality is superb. I use it daily with breakfast, and the benefits are tremendous for my overall health, including my heart. Highly recommended!
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7.5
Improved racing heart
3 people found this helpful
For my heart issues, I increased my dosage from 500 mg to 1000 mg, leading to a noticeable improvement in my racing heart episodes at night and a significant reduction in heart palpitations during the day. This product is invaluable to me.
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Medical Researches
SCIENTIFIC SCORE
Moderately Effective
Based on 21 Researches
8
- All Researches
9
Triple nutrient treatment aids heart health
We explored how a combination of nutrients—L-carnitine, taurine, and coenzyme Q(10)—impacts heart health after a heart attack in rats. Our study showed that this triple nutrient supplementation significantly enhanced survival rates and improved cardiac function compared to a placebo.
Specifically, we found that the supplementation reduced heart damage and normalized metabolic gene expression, unlike the effects of carnitine alone. While both treatments offered some benefits, the combination proved more effective, pointing to its potential in heart disease management.
Specifically, we found that the supplementation reduced heart damage and normalized metabolic gene expression, unlike the effects of carnitine alone. While both treatments offered some benefits, the combination proved more effective, pointing to its potential in heart disease management.
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9
We explored how taurine can protect heart tissue during and after ischemia. In our study with isolated rat hearts, we compared three different treatment timings: no treatment, taurine before ischemia, and taurine right after.
The results showed that giving taurine after ischemia led to a remarkable improvement in heart function and less damage compared to both the control and pre-treatment groups. This suggests that taurine can be beneficial in minimizing heart injury, especially when administered immediately after blood flow is restored.
The results showed that giving taurine after ischemia led to a remarkable improvement in heart function and less damage compared to both the control and pre-treatment groups. This suggests that taurine can be beneficial in minimizing heart injury, especially when administered immediately after blood flow is restored.
Read More
9
We explored how taurine supplementation affects heart disease, particularly in the context of iron overload. Our study found that giving taurine to mice with excess iron led to a 45% increase in taurine levels in the heart.
This resulted in lower mortality and improved heart function, heart rate, and blood pressure. Additionally, we saw less damage to heart tissue and reduced oxidative stress. Overall, taurine might be a helpful dietary supplement for tackling heart issues related to iron overload.
This resulted in lower mortality and improved heart function, heart rate, and blood pressure. Additionally, we saw less damage to heart tissue and reduced oxidative stress. Overall, taurine might be a helpful dietary supplement for tackling heart issues related to iron overload.
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9
Taurine shows limited cardiac benefit
We explored how taurine (Tau) and enzymatically modified isoquercitrin (EMIQ) may protect the heart from damage caused by methotrexate (MTX), a common cancer treatment. In our study with adult male rats, we divided them into different groups to assess various treatments against MTX-induced heart issues.
Although MTX disrupted heart function and increased heart rhythm problems, we observed that both Tau and EMIQ helped maintain heart conductivity and rhythm. The combination of these treatments provided the best results, but individually, they did not show sufficient benefits to combat MTX’s negative effects on heart health alone.
Although MTX disrupted heart function and increased heart rhythm problems, we observed that both Tau and EMIQ helped maintain heart conductivity and rhythm. The combination of these treatments provided the best results, but individually, they did not show sufficient benefits to combat MTX’s negative effects on heart health alone.
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9
We explored the connection between plasma taurine levels and symptoms in individuals experiencing post-COVID condition (PCC). Our analysis included 117 patients during their COVID-19 hospitalization and six months later, comparing results to healthy controls.
Higher taurine levels were linked to reduced PCC symptoms and fewer adverse events. Importantly, those with rising taurine levels during recovery showed a significant decrease in negative clinical outcomes.
These findings suggest that taurine could be an important marker and potential treatment avenue worth investigating further in larger clinical trials.
Higher taurine levels were linked to reduced PCC symptoms and fewer adverse events. Importantly, those with rising taurine levels during recovery showed a significant decrease in negative clinical outcomes.
These findings suggest that taurine could be an important marker and potential treatment avenue worth investigating further in larger clinical trials.
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User Reviews
USERS' SCORE
Moderately Good
Based on 16 Reviews
7.9
- All Reviews
- Positive Reviews
- Negative Reviews
9
90% improvement
8 people found this helpful
At a particularly stressful time, my heart would skip beats. Since using this product, I've experienced a 90% improvement in my arrythmia symptoms, which has been a real relief.
Read More
9
Boosts heart wellness
3 people found this helpful
I absolutely love this product! The packaging and ingredients are fantastic and the quality is superb. I use it daily with breakfast, and the benefits are tremendous for my overall health, including my heart. Highly recommended!
Read More
7.5
Improved racing heart
3 people found this helpful
For my heart issues, I increased my dosage from 500 mg to 1000 mg, leading to a noticeable improvement in my racing heart episodes at night and a significant reduction in heart palpitations during the day. This product is invaluable to me.
Read More
9
Improved eyesight
2 people found this helpful
Help your heart and eyes! My mother (72) and I (49) have noticed that our eyesight has improved and the discomfort in our eyes has diminished. Both of our hearts have ceased "fluttering". We also feel an increase in energy, taking half a spoonful each morning.
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9
Normal heart rhythm
2 people found this helpful
Taurine has been effective in helping to maintain my heart in a normal rhythm, which has been very beneficial to my overall health.
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Frequently Asked Questions
6
Stabilised blood pressure
17 people found this helpful
I've been taking taurine with fish oil and magnesium for three months, which has stabilised my blood pressure. I mix a quarter teaspoon with water each morning on an empty stomach, ensuring proper digestion.
7.5
Improved racing heart
3 people found this helpful
For my heart issues, I increased my dosage from 500 mg to 1000 mg, leading to a noticeable improvement in my racing heart episodes at night and a significant reduction in heart palpitations during the day. This product is invaluable to me.
9
90% improvement
8 people found this helpful
At a particularly stressful time, my heart would skip beats. Since using this product, I've experienced a 90% improvement in my arrythmia symptoms, which has been a real relief.
9
Improved eyesight
2 people found this helpful
Help your heart and eyes! My mother (72) and I (49) have noticed that our eyesight has improved and the discomfort in our eyes has diminished. Both of our hearts have ceased "fluttering". We also feel an increase in energy, taking half a spoonful each morning.
7.5
Less skipping heartbeats
8 people found this helpful
I used to experience my heart skipping hard 6 or 7 times a day. Now, it occurs only 2 or 3 times lightly. Taking half a teaspoon twice daily has made a noticeable difference.
7.5
Helped rapid heartbeat
1 people found this helpful
This is a wonderful product! After reading other reviews, I can confirm taurine has significantly helped with my rapid heartbeat.
9
We explored how taurine can protect heart tissue during and after ischemia. In our study with isolated rat hearts, we compared three different treatment timings: no treatment, taurine before ischemia, and taurine right after.
The results showed that giving taurine after ischemia led to a remarkable improvement in heart function and less damage compared to both the control and pre-treatment groups. This suggests that taurine can be beneficial in minimizing heart injury, especially when administered immediately after blood flow is restored.
The results showed that giving taurine after ischemia led to a remarkable improvement in heart function and less damage compared to both the control and pre-treatment groups. This suggests that taurine can be beneficial in minimizing heart injury, especially when administered immediately after blood flow is restored.
8
TMCC shows promise for arrhythmias
We investigated the impact of a taurine-magnesium coordination compound (TMCC) on aconitine-induced arrhythmias in rats. Our study revealed that TMCC effectively reduced the severity of arrhythmias, needing higher doses of aconitine to provoke dangerous heart conditions.
In laboratory conditions, TMCC showed its potency by inhibiting specific ionic currents that contribute to heart rhythm disorders. However, the exact mechanisms behind these beneficial effects remain unclear and require further exploration.
Overall, while TMCC exhibits promising antiarrhythmic properties, further research is necessary to fully understand its application in heart health.
In laboratory conditions, TMCC showed its potency by inhibiting specific ionic currents that contribute to heart rhythm disorders. However, the exact mechanisms behind these beneficial effects remain unclear and require further exploration.
Overall, while TMCC exhibits promising antiarrhythmic properties, further research is necessary to fully understand its application in heart health.
8
We examined the effects of taurine on heart disease through a systematic review of randomized controlled trials. By analyzing data from various studies, we assessed how taurine influences key cardiovascular metrics like heart rate and blood pressure.
While the results indicated that taurine could help prevent hypertension and improve cardiac function, the findings were not universally consistent. Thus, incorporating taurine might be beneficial for those at risk of heart disease, but further research is essential for conclusive recommendations.
While the results indicated that taurine could help prevent hypertension and improve cardiac function, the findings were not universally consistent. Thus, incorporating taurine might be beneficial for those at risk of heart disease, but further research is essential for conclusive recommendations.
8
We examined how taurine levels relate to heart health in Newfoundland dogs, a breed known for its risk of heart issues like dilated cardiomyopathy (DCM).
In our study of 216 Newfoundlands, we found that low plasma taurine levels corresponded with lower concentrations of important amino acids and certain health conditions.
Interestingly, taurine supplementation improved DCM symptoms in some affected dogs.
Overall, these findings suggest that Newfoundlands may have a higher requirement for dietary sulfur amino acids to support healthy taurine levels.
In our study of 216 Newfoundlands, we found that low plasma taurine levels corresponded with lower concentrations of important amino acids and certain health conditions.
Interestingly, taurine supplementation improved DCM symptoms in some affected dogs.
Overall, these findings suggest that Newfoundlands may have a higher requirement for dietary sulfur amino acids to support healthy taurine levels.
9
We explored how taurine-rich diets can influence heart health by focusing on taurocholic acid (TCA), a bile acid with potential antihypertensive properties. In our study, we found that infusing TCA into specific areas of the brain significantly reduced blood pressure in hypertensive rats.
The treatment not only lowered levels of stress-related chemicals but also improved heart cell structure and reduced inflammation. TCA works by activating a receptor called TGR5, which plays a vital role in this process.
However, we must note that while TCA shows promise, this research primarily focuses on animal models, and further studies are needed to fully establish its effectiveness in humans.
The treatment not only lowered levels of stress-related chemicals but also improved heart cell structure and reduced inflammation. TCA works by activating a receptor called TGR5, which plays a vital role in this process.
However, we must note that while TCA shows promise, this research primarily focuses on animal models, and further studies are needed to fully establish its effectiveness in humans.
References
- Basili M, Pedro B, Hodgkiss-Geere H, Navarro-Cubas X, Graef N, et al. Low plasma taurine levels in English cocker spaniels diagnosed with dilated cardiomyopathy. J Small Anim Pract. 2021;62:570. 10.1111/jsap.13306
- Lou J, Wu H, Wang L, Zhao L, Li X, et al. Taurine-magnesium coordination compound, a potential anti-arrhythmic complex, improves aconitine-induced arrhythmias through regulation of multiple ion channels. Toxicol Appl Pharmacol. 2018;356:182. 10.1016/j.taap.2018.08.008
- Li Y, Sun K, An MY, Pan YY, Sun T, et al. [Anti-arrhythmic effects of taurine-magnesium coordination compound on torsades de pointes]. Zhongguo Ying Yong Sheng Li Xue Za Zhi. 2018;34:106. 10.12047/j.cjap.5596.2018.026
- An MY, Sun K, Li Y, Pan YY, Yin YQ, et al. Therapeutic effects of a taurine-magnesium coordination compound on experimental models of type 2 short QT syndrome. Acta Pharmacol Sin. 2018;39:382. 10.1038/aps.2017.86
- Briet F, Keith M, Leong-Poi H, Kadakia A, Aba-Alkhail K, et al. Triple nutrient supplementation improves survival, infarct size and cardiac function following myocardial infarction in rats. Nutr Metab Cardiovasc Dis. 2008;18:691. 10.1016/j.numecd.2007.10.003
- Ueno T, Iguro Y, Yotsumoto G, Fukumoto Y, Nakamura K, et al. Taurine at early reperfusion significantly reduces myocardial damage and preserves cardiac function in the isolated rat heart. Resuscitation. 2007;73:287.
- Backus RC, Ko KS, Fascetti AJ, Kittleson MD, Macdonald KA, et al. Low plasma taurine concentration in Newfoundland dogs is associated with low plasma methionine and cyst(e)ine concentrations and low taurine synthesis. J Nutr. 2006;136:2525.
- Eby G, Halcomb WW. Elimination of cardiac arrhythmias using oral taurine with l-arginine with case histories: Hypothesis for nitric oxide stabilization of the sinus node. Med Hypotheses. 2006;67:1200.
- Oudit GY, Trivieri MG, Khaper N, Husain T, Wilson GJ, et al. Taurine supplementation reduces oxidative stress and improves cardiovascular function in an iron-overload murine model. Circulation. 2004;109:1877.
- Sole MJ, Jeejeebhoy KN. Conditioned nutritional requirements: therapeutic relevance to heart failure. Herz. 2002;27:174.
- Khnychenko LK, Bul'on VV, Sapronov NS. [Effect of the novel taurine derivative on various parameters of metabolism on experimental myocardial infarction]. Eksp Klin Farmakol. 2001;64:38.
- Tzang CC, Lin WC, Lin LH, Lin TY, Chang KV, et al. Insights into the cardiovascular benefits of taurine: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Nutr J. 2024;23:93. 10.1186/s12937-024-00995-5
- Mahmoud MM, El-Batran SA, Hegazy R, El-Sayed WM. Taurine and enzymatically modified isoquercitrin protected against methotrexate-induced deteriorations in the conductivity and rhythmicity of the heart in rats: Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and histological architecture approach. J Appl Toxicol. 2024;44:1924. 10.1002/jat.4682
- Khoramjoo M, Wang K, Srinivasan K, Gheblawi M, Mandal R, et al. Plasma taurine level is linked to symptom burden and clinical outcomes in post-COVID condition. PLoS One. 2024;19:e0304522. 10.1371/journal.pone.0304522
- Li Y, Gao YN, Zhu YB, Lu WF, Yu JY, et al. Taurocholic acid ameliorates hypertension through the activation of TGR5 in the hypothalamic paraventricular nucleus. Food Funct. 2024;15:5088. 10.1039/d4fo00808a
- Bkaily G, Simon Y, Abou Abdallah J, Ouertane C, Essalhi A, et al. Short Communication: Taurine Long-Term Treatment Prevents the Development of Cardiac Hypertrophy, and Premature Death in Hereditary Cardiomyopathy of the Hamster Is Sex-Independent. Nutrients. 2024;16. 10.3390/nu16070946
- Jacques D, Bkaily G. Taurine Prevents Angiotensin II-Induced Human Endocardial Endothelium Morphological Remodeling and the Increase in Cytosolic and Nuclear Calcium and ROS. Nutrients. 2024;16. 10.3390/nu16050745
- Dai T, Yan F, Gong J, Liu S. Anti-heart failure mechanism of saponin extract of black ginseng based on metabolomics. J Pharm Biomed Anal. 2023;236:115738. 10.1016/j.jpba.2023.115738
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- Razzaghi A, Choobineh S, Gaeini A, Soori R. Interaction of exercise training with taurine attenuates infarct size and cardiac dysfunction via Akt-Foxo3a-Caspase-8 signaling pathway. Amino Acids. 2023;55:869. 10.1007/s00726-023-03275-4
